Culture and Street Food: Catania on the table

Catania, IT
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Highlights

  • Discover the local food and wine culture
  • Explore the colorful and vibrant historical fish market
  • Taste the delicious Etna street food specialties
  • Learn about the tradition and history of Sant'Agata's olives
  • Indulge in the unique and surprising flavors of Sicilian cuisine

Meeting Point

Right under the elephant statue!

Meeting point

95100 Catania, Metropolitan city of Catania , Italy

End point

End Point

Right under the elephant statue!

Meeting point

95100 Catania, Metropolitan city of Catania , Italy

End point

What to expect

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A' Piscaria Mercato del Pesce

Suggestive historical fish market, which takes place a stone's throw from Piazza Duomo, among thousands of colors and voices, in the historical context of the ancient Spanish walls of the XVI century. and the Amenano, the mysterious underground river that runs through Catania. Here sounds, scents, flavors tell the story of this land, in the middle of the Mediterranean

Duration 25 minutes
2

Benedictine Monastery of San Nicolo l'Arena

In the unique and fascinating context of the masterpiece of the Catania baroque, we will be able to taste some typical specialties of the Etna street food (arancino or cipollina) or a refreshing granita

Duration 20 minutes
3

Santuario Sant'Agata al Carcere

A journey through history and tradition, in the place that perhaps more than any other is linked to agatine devotion. Looking out from the small window that tradition associates with the Martyr's prison, we will be able to tell the story of the Olivette di Sant’Agata and other sweets related to the figure of the Patron Saint of Catania.

Duration 30 minutes
Admission Admission Included
4

Monumento a Vincenzo Bellini

Telling the story of the Swan of Catania, is also making a gastronomic journey from the famous "Pasta alla Norma" to the recent creation of "Cigni di Bellini", in which the chocolate of Modica hides a surprising heart !!!

Duration 15 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Etna 'Ngeniousa

What our experts say

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    Try a granita at Caffè Sicilia nearby.
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    Visit the nearby Duomo after the tour.
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    Check out local artisan shops in the market.
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    Bring cash for street food purchases.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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