Beaches & parks
Aci Trezza and the Cyclops Riviera
A fishing village on a rocky lava coast facing the sea stacks that legend says were hurled by the Cyclops. Good for a seafront lunch and a swim from the rocks.
Boat & day trips
Mount Etna (south side, Rifugio Sapienza)
Europe's most active volcano. The road ends near 1,900 m among old craters, where a cable car and off-road vehicles go higher when conditions allow.
From the ship
| Terminal | One way | How |
|---|---|---|
| Catania Cruise Terminal, Molo Sporgente Centrale | 75 min | tour or taxi |
Times are estimates. Allow extra on busy days and for tender queues.
Nearby
Beaches & parks
Villa Bellini gardens
The city's main park, at the top of the Via Etnea shopping street, with terraces, a bandstand and a view towards Etna on clear days.
Sights
Benedictine Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena
One of Europe's largest monasteries, now part of the university, built over Roman remains. Guided tours run daily, with set English-language times.