Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Italian
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Oct
Typical Duration
7-14 nights
Price Range
$341–$22,419 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Sicily's rich history and culture, offering access to ancient Greek ruins, baroque architecture, and Mount Etna's dramatic volcanic landscape.
Cruises that visit Catania
- cruises to Catania
- Catania sailings
- Catania cruises
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 8-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 8-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 8-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 9-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 9-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 9-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 10-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 10-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 10-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 10-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
Build Your Day in Catania
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Getting around:
Centro Sicilia Shopping mall
Large shopping center with a hypermarket
Closes soon · 9 PM
Sicilia Outlet Village
Large outlet mall for luxury brands
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Porte di Catania
In-store shopping
Closes soon · 9 PM
Giardino Bellini - Villa Bellini
Quiet garden with benches & shaded paths
Pasticceria Savia
You cannot leave Catania without having an Arancini and cannoli here.
Closes soon · 9:20 PM
Ursino Castle
Archeology & local artefacts in castle
Temporarily closed
Trattoria del Cavaliere
Laid-back venue for Sicilian cuisine
Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata
Massive cathedral with a baroque facade
Closes soon · 9 PM
Fontana dell'Elefante (uʻ Liotru)
Elephant fountain & symbol of the city
Al Vicolo Pizza&Vino
Pizza & cocktails on a buzzing terrace
Piazza Università
Picturesque square with bronze lampposts
Open now
Centro Commerciale Katane
Bi-level mall with a supermarket & cafes
Open · Closes 12 AM
Piazza Stesicoro
Onsite services
Castello Normanno
Medieval castle on a coastal clifftop
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Epoca
Arancini, Cannoli and Granita were FANTASTIC!
L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele Catania
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Caffè Europa
Best arancini in Italy and the best pastries I’ve ever had.
Scirocco Sicilian Fish Lab
Rustic venue for traditional fish dishes
Fud Bottega sicula
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
A Putia dell'Ostello
Convivial eatery with a lava cave
Spaghetti & Co.
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Riserva Naturale Oasi del Simeto
Wetland reserve known for birdwatching
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Roman Amphitheater of Catania
Ruins of an ancient theater in a piazza
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Ciauru i mari
Dine-in·No delivery
Porta Garibaldi
Onsite services
Vuciata
Humble eatery serving pasta & seafood
Lido Azzurro
Loungers, a pool & seafront dining
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Trattoria U Fucularu
Dine-in·No delivery
Palazzo Biscari
Ornately decorated Baroque palace
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Catania Shopping Centre
Onsite services
Closes soon · 9 PM
Canusciuti Sicilian Cafe
wonderful breakfasts, craft beers, and Sicilian delicacies.
Rinascente Catania
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closes soon · 9 PM
BarnAut
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Monastero dei Benedettini di San Nicolò l'Arena
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Ciurma Catania
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Il Gambero Pazzo
Casual restaurant serving seafood plates
Spiaggia di Catania
Open now
Chiosco Sicilia Seltz
Delicious espresso and perfect service.
Me Cumpari Turiddu
Retro-chic setting for Sicilian dining
Spiaggia libera n. 3 alla Playa di Catania
First
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Deliziosa Ristorante | Cucina Tipica Siciliana & Pizzoleria
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Putì
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
L’Oste Pazzo
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Bistro Uzeta
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
A Putia Do Calabrisi
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Pasta Bistrot Catania
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Spiaggia Vulcano
Public beach with loungers & a snack bar
Bohéme Mixology Bar
Cozy option for cocktails & bites
Mezzaparola Cocktail Art Pub
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
TANTìKKIA - cucina e vino
Dine-in·No delivery
Trattoria Sorano
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Caffè Opera
One of the best cappuccinos we had in Italy and amazing pastries.
Closes soon · 9:30 PM
PLANTE Lab
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Spiaggia Libera 1
Sandy stretch with views of Mt. Etna
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Centro Commerciale Grandecina Catania
Source for family apparel & housewares
Closes soon · 9 PM
Le Capannine
Thatched umbrellas, DJs & a restaurant
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Sottovoce
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
mm street food
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Fontana dell’Amenano
Decorative marble fountain dated 1867
The Rabbit Hole
Dine-in
Lido Bikini Beach Catania
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Concezione Restaurant
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Sapio
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Ristorante Coria
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Lido Cocoa Beach Catania
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
901 Café
Delicious iced coffee & friendly staff, beautiful ambience sitting outside.
Closed · Opens 5:30 AM Thu
Angiò Macelleria di mare
Dine-in·No delivery
Chef Dedé
Dine-in·Delivery
Casa Cape
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 4 PM Thu
Spiaggia della Plaia
Retrò - Cocktail Bar
Dine-in·No delivery
Drinkeria Cocktail bar
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Materia | Spazio Cucina
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Thirsty Corner
Dine-in·No-contact delivery
Villa Bellini - Parco Maestranze
Open now
Freak
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closes soon · 9:30 PM
Drink Coffee
Great coffee, great service and great prices.
centro Catania
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Boston Cocktail Bar
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Murale
4 Canti
Villa Bellini - Viale degli Uomini Illustri
Mall
Catania seaport
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Catania
Catania stands as one of Sicily's most vibrant cruise destinations, offering visitors an intoxicating blend of baroque architecture, volcanic landscapes, and authentic Italian culture. Perched on the eastern coast of Sicily, this bustling port city serves as a primary point of call for eight major cruise lines, including Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and MSC Cruises, among others. With 119 upcoming cruises calling here and peak seasons spanning from May through October, Catania has established itself as a must-visit stop on Mediterranean itineraries.
As a port of call, Catania typically welcomes cruisers for a day or partial day, making it an ideal launching point for exploring Sicily's most iconic attractions. Most cruises visiting here are seven-night voyages that weave together ports like Civitavecchia, Salerno, Barcelona, Livorno, and Marseille, creating rich Mediterranean experiences. From the ship, you're just steps away from the city's UNESCO-listed historic center, where ornate piazzas and elegant palaces showcase centuries of Sicilian heritage.
What makes Catania particularly special is its proximity to natural wonders and cultural treasures. Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, looms majestically nearby, while the city itself enchants visitors with its lively fish markets, exceptional cuisine, and welcoming locals. Whether you're seeking adventure, history, or simply authentic Mediterranean charm, Catania delivers an unforgettable cruise experience that captures the very essence of Sicily.
As a port of call, Catania typically welcomes cruisers for a day or partial day, making it an ideal launching point for exploring Sicily's most iconic attractions. Most cruises visiting here are seven-night voyages that weave together ports like Civitavecchia, Salerno, Barcelona, Livorno, and Marseille, creating rich Mediterranean experiences. From the ship, you're just steps away from the city's UNESCO-listed historic center, where ornate piazzas and elegant palaces showcase centuries of Sicilian heritage.
What makes Catania particularly special is its proximity to natural wonders and cultural treasures. Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, looms majestically nearby, while the city itself enchants visitors with its lively fish markets, exceptional cuisine, and welcoming locals. Whether you're seeking adventure, history, or simply authentic Mediterranean charm, Catania delivers an unforgettable cruise experience that captures the very essence of Sicily.
Cruise Lines at Catania
- Norwegian Cruise Line (53 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (28 cruises)
- Virgin Voyages (18 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (5 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (4 cruises)
- Holland America Line (3 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (3 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (3 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (2 cruises)
- Carnival Cruise Line (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Catania
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Ship Schedule at Catania
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Catania?
Spring and autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds.
What are must-see sights in Catania?
Piazza del Duomo, Catania Cathedral, La Pescheria market, and Mt. Etna viewpoints.
Where is La Pescheria market located?
In the southwest corner of Piazza del Duomo, near the fish market stalls.
Is Mt. Etna accessible for hikes from Catania?
Yes, day trips offer guided hikes and scenic gondola routes.