Mediterranean

Catania, Sicily

The snowcapped head of Mount Etna gazes down upon you in the ‘Milan of the South’. Everywhere you’ll feel the rich rewards of this volcanic island’s rich bounty – from fragrant citruses to the fabulous fish markets.

Highlights

CASTELLO URSINO
The only surviving remnant of medieval times in Catania.

VIA CROCIFERI
Via Crociferi is the centre of Catania’s religious power. Church is stacked upon church, all in the grand baroque style.

MUSEUM OF THE ALLIED INVASION OF SICILY
This is without doubt one of the best modern exhibits in Italy.

BELLINI’S HOME
Visit Bellini’s childhood home which has been turned into a museum in his honour.