Things to see nearby

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The Palace overlooks Duomo Square. Here we can see the symbol of Catania, a statue of an elephant, surmounted by an obelisk, which the people of Catania call “u Liotru”. You can also visit the Cathedral of Sant’Agata. The religious building, dedicated to the virgin martyr and patron saint of Catania.

Distance: 30 mt

The fish market in Catania is a scenario that tells us about the history of fish, its colours, smells and shouting make it one of the most evocative corners of the city.

Distance: 900 mt

The Benedictine Monastery is located in the historic center of Catania and for its size is considered the second largest in Europe. Today, this imposing historical building hosts the University of Catania and many cultural events.

Distance: 700 mt

Ursino Castle is one of the most important monuments of Catania, today also a museum. The birth of the imposing manor dates back to about 800 years ago and was built by Emperor Frederick II of Swabia.

Distance: 750 mt

The Greek Roman Theatre stands between the Via Greek Theatre and Via Vittorio Emanuele. It is assumed that the construction of the Theatre, which could accommodate about 7,000 spectators, dates back to the second century A.D. and that it was built on a pre-existing Greek structure built in the ancient acropolis of Catania.

Distance: 650 mt

Stesicoro square is one of the busiest squares in the historic center of Catania, both for its central position and for its proximity to the typical “Fera o Luni” market. On the other side of the square, under the road surface, about ten meters deep, a part of the Roman amphitheater is visible, brought to light at the beginning of the twentieth century.

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The Achillian Thermal Baths are one of the most significant buildings of the Roman Imperial period in Catania. The part of the building that can be visited today consists of a central room having a rectangular plan with four pillars on which the vaults are set. At the center of this room there is a basin which was originally covered in marble, as well as some slabs of marble, which were to form the flooring of the room.

Distance: 400 mt

Palazzo Biscari, the majestic house of the Paternò Castello family, was built following the earthquake of 1693 which razed eastern Sicily to the ground.
The central courtyard, adorned by a large pincer staircase, gives access to the entrance of the structure where there are several rooms including the paintings room and the Ball room which, in full Rococo style, is enriched with stuccos, decorations and frescos.

Distance: 32 km

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