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🇮🇹 Catania, Italia
Catania is Sicily's second city at the foot of Etna with an extraordinary UNESCO Baroque centre. Milan flight around 1 hour (14 times/week). The Fontana dell'Elefante, Pescheria market, Greco-Roman Theatre and Etna (Europe's tallest active volcano) offer a unique experience.
📅 Best time to visit
Spring and autumn: ideal for Etna hikes and warm sea. July–August very hot but perfect for beaches. Winter mild.
🌤 Climate
Hot Mediterranean climate: scorching summers (32–38°C) and mild winters (10–16°C). Scirocco wind can bring intense heat in autumn.
🏨 Where to stay
The Historic Centre near the Fontana dell'Elefante is most characterful. The Plaja seafront is ideal for beach and city.
🏨 Find hotels in Catania💡 Practical tips
- Airport CTA: Alibus to centre (20 min, €4).
- Don't miss the Pescheria fish market (Mon–Sat morning).
- Granita with brioche is the typical Sicilian breakfast.
- Taormina is 50 km: an unmissable day trip.
✈️ Direct flight Milan → Catania
Flight duration: approx. 1h 40min. Airlines: Ryanair, Volotea, easyJet. Departure from Terminal 1.
🛫 Also from Linate (LIN)
Linate (7 km from centre, M4 metro) also offers direct flights to Catania: ~1h 40min, airlines: ITA Airways, easyJet, Volotea.
🚗 Car rental
Rent a car at Milan Malpensa airport (NAP) or directly in Catania to explore the area at your own pace.