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Italy

Catania / Sicily's meow-velous gem

MeowScore 😼75/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

May

Enjoy the warm weather and explore Mount Etna.

🍴
january

Visit the Fish Market and celebrate the feast of Saint Agatha with locals. 🐟🎉

🌼
february

Enjoy the Spring Festival and citrus season in the city. 🍊🌸

🎭
march

Explore the historic center and attend the Festival of the Holy Crucifix. 🏰🙏

🐇
april

Experience the stunning Easter processions and delicious traditional food. 🐣🍴

🚵‍♀️
may

Visit the breathtaking Mount Etna and enjoy the warm weather. 🌋☀️

🏖️
june

Relax on the beautiful beaches and attend the Feast of Saint John the Baptist. 🌊🎉

🎆
july

Celebrate Saint Agatha's Eve with fireworks and music. 🎇🎶

🌃
august

Enjoy the cool evening breeze and visit the Castello Ursino museum. 🏰❄️

🎉
september

Attend the Festival of Saint Euphemius and enjoy the grape harvest season. 🍇🍷

🧛
october

Experience the spooky Halloween celebrations in the city. 👻🎃

🍽️
november

Taste the traditional Sicilian dishes at the 'Taste and Memory' festival. 🍲🧀

🎅
december

Celebrate Christmas in the beautiful Piazza del Duomo. 🎄🎁

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

🤑

The shopping situation in Catania is average, but the prices of the goods depend on the location of the store. The tourist areas have higher prices, while the local markets offer better deals.

Visit the local markets for unique souvenirs and bargain prices.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

City break

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

City break

Catania is a small city and can be explored in a few days. Visitors often combine it with other destinations in Sicily.

Tipping

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Tipping not expected

Tipping

0%

Tipping not expected

Credit cards accepted, splitting the bill is common.

internet situation

good Speed

decent speed, but can be slow during peak hours

great Availability

good availability, most areas are well-covered

excellent Cellular

strong coverage in most areas

Electric socket type L

Common in Italy, Chile. Non-interchangeable 3-pin and 2-pin design, only 2-pin variant accepts Type C.

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biking hostile

Limited bike infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative attitudes

This cat-friendly city boasts of sunny squares perfect for sunbathing on your paws.

The fish markets are a must-visit. Purrfect for satisfying your seafood cravings.

Things to do

The mainstream

🏰
Ursino Castle
🌳
Bellini Gardens
🏛️
Roman Amphitheatre
🐟
Fish Market
🐘
Piazza del Duomo

The mainstream

🏰
Ursino Castle

A medieval fortress that has survived volcanic eruptions and sieges throughout the centuries. A fascinating piece of Catania's history that will intrigue any curious cat.

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🌳
Bellini Gardens

A green oasis in the heart of Catania, with magnificent views of Mount Etna. A purrfect spot for a relaxing stroll.

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🏛️
Roman Amphitheatre

An ancient amphitheatre that once hosted gladiator games and other spectacles. Perfect for cats who love history and architecture.

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🐟
Fish Market

A lively market that offers an array of fresh fish, seafood, and local delicacies. Cats can sniff out some tasty treats here!

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🐘
Piazza del Duomo

A beautiful square featuring Catania's Cathedral and the Fountain of the Elephant, the symbol of the city. A must-visit for any curious cat.

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Off the beaten path

1
Monastery of Benedictine Nuns
2
Amphitheater
3
Fish Market
4
Villa Bellini
5
Piazza del Duomo

Off the beaten path

1
Monastery of Benedictine Nuns

A peaceful and tranquil retreat hidden away in the heart of the city. 🙏🕊️🌺

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2
Amphitheater

An ancient Roman amphitheater with beautiful views of Catania. 🏟️🌅👀

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3
Fish Market

A lively and colorful outdoor marketplace where cats can find fresh seafood. 🐟🦐🦀

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4
Villa Bellini

A lovely park in the heart of the city, perfect for a relaxing afternoon stroll. 🌳🚶‍♂️🌷

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5
Piazza del Duomo

The center of Catania, surrounded by beautiful buildings, including the Cathedral of Saint Agatha. 🏰🌞🐾

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biking hostile

Limited bike infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips