Title: Visit Eastern Sicily: Best of Eastern Sicily Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com

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# Eastern Sicily

## Travel Guide

![Ursino Castle featuring a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075316/e8e174e4-b1d1-4645-9258-82ccc69e067b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Roman Amphitheater showing a ruin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182500/734b0d37-8ca2-4a3c-9f9f-4759de96ad7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Cathedral Square featuring a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075324/1d899742-eb50-4acc-87b3-74a0b61a902f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Cathedral Square featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075324/0e7843a7-b302-4f83-861f-2d28979a6a77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Cathedral of Noto featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105016/589e1154-3928-4017-b5b9-4bf8eeafbbe4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Eastern Sicily

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Eastern Sicily

![Greek Theatre which includes heritage architecture and a ruin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077078/018d1d35-3973-4844-b346-10f55ff26af0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Taormina City Centre

5/5(84 area reviews)

 The picturesque gardens and beautiful seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Taormina City Centre. A stop by Corso Umberto or Piazza IX April might round out your trip. 

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![Temple of Apollo featuring a ruin and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103312/c01973e1-54a2-483a-96a4-1c067a6baf15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Ortigia

4.5/5(148 area reviews)

 Travelers come to Ortigia for its seaside views, and you can see top attractions like Cathedral of Syracuse and Piazza del Duomo while you're in town. 

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![Angera showing a small town or village and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075350/f4946726-8c1c-424f-9dc8-0c0cb671b1a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Catania City Centre

4/5(200 area reviews)

 Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historic sites and theaters. Make a stop by Via Crociferi or Piazza Stesicoro while you're exploring the area. 

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![Ursino Castle featuring a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075316/e8e174e4-b1d1-4645-9258-82ccc69e067b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Old Town Catania

4/5(20 area reviews)

 Historic sites and theaters are highlights of Old Town Catania. Make a stop by Ursino Castle or Catania Fish Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porto Station to get around town. 

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![View from Isolabella](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035389/c30fbcf3-c6ca-49eb-be61-51788e8da57c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Mazzaro

4.5/5(44 area reviews)

 The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Mazzaro. A stop by Lido Mazzaro or Isola Bella might round out your trip. 

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![The Sanctuary of the Madonna delle Lacrime was erected in memory of the miraculous lacrimation of the effigy depicting the Immaculate Heart of Mary, placed to the bedside of the spouses Lannuso at their humble home in Via degli Orti in Syracuse, in 1953.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/ebc9711a-483a-4c63-a902-49105c0eea54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Santa Lucia

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

 Santa Lucia is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porto Piccolo and Ionian Sea. 

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- Eastern Sicily Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Eastern Sicily

![Grand Hotel Baia Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1039700/1039628/c646ec4a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Grand Hotel Baia Verde

Via Angelo Musco, 8/10 Aci Castello CT

$102 nightly

$119 total

Mar 28 - Mar 29

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Aci Castello. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Problems with room , the heater, the water sticker in the bath tub, blanket stained

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

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![Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1194000/1193988/ceb7d5bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Via Etnea 218 Catania CT

$210 nightly

$240 total

Mar 26 - Mar 27

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Perfect stay. The hotel is immaculate and the staff, especially Alexandra, was superb.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

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Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare

Via Nazionale, 137 Taormina ME

$813 nightly

$906 total

Mar 26 - Mar 27

Total with taxes and fees

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Hotel - Residence La Residenza

Via 27 Lulgio, 115 Messina ME

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![Ampio e Panoramico Appartamento a due Passi dal Mare, Vista Unica su Isolabella](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66310000/66305700/66305637/4b1d1347_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Ampio e Panoramico Appartamento a due Passi dal Mare, Vista Unica su Isolabella

 Taormina / Mazzarò Provincia di Messina

Book a stay at this beach apartment in Taormina. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Isola Bella and Greek Theatre are ...

10/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)

Views are spectular.Host is very accomodating.All equipment functioned well.Very large terrace.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

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![Alla Giudecca](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1759000/1758948/b950080f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Alla Giudecca

Via Alagona 52, Ortigia Syracuse SR

Book a stay at this family-friendly residence in Syracuse. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a business center, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (276 reviews)

I loved this hotel. Stairs are not my friend and even though there is no elevator they had a ground floor apt for me. The people are lovely. I would stay here again. It’s an historic building and area thoughtfully cared for which speaks to my heart.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

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### Popular places to visit

![0_Tramonti-Etna](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049157/35c407a9-b14d-41a2-becb-03c548131504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Mount Etna

This tranquil city is in a stupendous position on the sea in front of Mount Etna, with a mild climate year round and marvellous scenery, where peace and quiet reign supreme. It's been world famous for centuries, which has brought an influx of noteworthy tourists, even today, thanks to the numerous holiday promotions for Taormina.

[](https://expedia.com/Mount-Etna-Sicily.d6049157.Vacation-Attraction)

![Panoramic view of Mt. Etna with snow from the beach of Catania; Shutterstock ID 783312544](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6206823/81c95450-b12b-42e3-bd73-b91f2575a454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Catania Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Catania Beach during your travels in Contrada Pantano d'Arci? 

[](https://expedia.com/Catania-Beach-Contrada-Pantano-dArci.d6206823.Vacation-Attraction)

![Taormina, Province of Messina, Sicily. All around the city there are beatiful balconies, often decorated with flower pots. This is Corso Umberto, the main street of the city.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343604/6a701be1-5cb2-437c-952b-73a6abac0f2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Corso Umberto

During your visit to Taormina, you can enjoy retail therapy at Corso Umberto. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.com/Corso-Umberto-Taormina-City-Centre.d6343604.Vacation-Attraction)

![Cathedral Square featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075324/0e7843a7-b302-4f83-861f-2d28979a6a77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Piazza del Duomo

Elegant fountains, a superb cathedral and fine shopping and dining make Catania’s main square a great place to spend some time.

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![Catania Cathedral which includes a statue or sculpture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075320/2677b185-0748-47a9-898d-56182b974512.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Catania Cathedral

You’ll see stunning artwork, Roman ruins and fine Baroque architecture when you visit the centerpiece of Catania’s main square.

[](https://expedia.com/Catania-Cathedral-Catania-City-Centre.d6075320.Vacation-Attraction)

![funivia cable car connecting taormina sicliy with lido di mazzaro italy; Shutterstock ID 4332784; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182944/e10129ff-c0f5-4e36-be04-7c9dfca5d7aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Taormina Cable Car

On this quick and practical lift system, appreciate the picturesque views as you soar above the beaches and coves of Mazzarò and spot the historic landmarks of Taormina.

[](https://expedia.com/Taormina-Cable-Car-Taormina.d6182944.Vacation-Attraction)

## Cities near Eastern Sicily

![Cathedral Square featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075324/0e7843a7-b302-4f83-861f-2d28979a6a77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Catania

![Panorama View of the Fortress Castello Maniace on Ortygia Island, Syracuse, Italy - UNESCO World Heritage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/d70a6da6-9ff1-4434-a9ea-253f757b3f88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Syracuse

![Messina featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4915/2a979dbd-3496-47bd-99b3-1723ef13f648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Taormina

![Piazza del Duomo showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104210/5a8ec43b-d1f2-4115-a72c-bbef74fb34c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Acireale

- Cities near Eastern Sicily
- Places of interest

[Catania](https://expedia.com/Catania.dx924)[Syracuse](https://expedia.com/Syracuse.dx4912)[Taormina](https://expedia.com/Taormina.dx4915)[Acireale](https://expedia.com/Acireale.dx4919)[Aci Castello](https://expedia.com/Aci-Castello.dx4947)[Messina](https://expedia.com/Messina.dx4951)[Letojanni](https://expedia.com/Letojanni.dx180615)[Giardini Naxos](https://expedia.com/Giardini-Naxos.dx182132)[Milazzo](https://expedia.com/Milazzo.dx182138)[Santa Tecla](https://expedia.com/Santa-Tecla.dx601365)[Chiaramonte Gulfi](https://expedia.com/Chiaramonte-Gulfi.dx602207)[Venetico](https://expedia.com/Venetico.dx602646)[Gioiosa Marea](https://expedia.com/Gioiosa-Marea.dx6023411)[Mortelle](https://expedia.com/Mortelle.dx6023416)[Caltagirone](https://expedia.com/Caltagirone.dx6023438)[Moio Alcantara](https://expedia.com/Moio-Alcantara.dx6023448)[Marina di Ragusa](https://expedia.com/Marina-Di-Ragusa.dx6023449)[Motta Sant'Anastasia](https://expedia.com/Motta-SantAnastasia.dx6023518)[Cassaro](https://expedia.com/Cassaro.dx6023596)[Villa San Giovanni](https://expedia.com/Villa-San-Giovanni.dx6023653)[Licodia Eubea](https://expedia.com/Licodia-Eubea.dx6023891)[Nicolosi](https://expedia.com/Nicolosi.dx6023976)[Zafferana Etnea](https://expedia.com/Zafferana-Etnea.dx6024099)[Ragusa](https://expedia.com/Ragusa.dx6025646)[Terme Vigliatore](https://expedia.com/Terme-Vigliatore.dx6025921)

- [Mount Etna ](https://expedia.com/Mount-Etna-Sicily.d6049157.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Catania Beach ](https://expedia.com/Catania-Beach-Contrada-Pantano-dArci.d6206823.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Isola Bella ](https://expedia.com/Isola-Bella-Sicily.d6182934.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Corso Umberto ](https://expedia.com/Corso-Umberto-Taormina-City-Centre.d6343604.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Marina di Portorosa ](https://expedia.com/Marina-Di-Portorosa-Furnari.d553248621562142140.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Piazza del Duomo ](https://expedia.com/Piazza-Del-Duomo-Catania-City-Centre.d6075324.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Giardini Naxos Beach ](https://expedia.com/Giardini-Naxos-Beach-Sicily.d6077075.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Catania Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/Catania-Cathedral-Catania-City-Centre.d6075320.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Taormina Cable Car ](https://expedia.com/Taormina-Cable-Car-Taormina.d6182944.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Letojanni Beach ](https://expedia.com/Letojanni-Beach-Sicily.d6077081.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Spiaggia di Lido di Noto ](https://expedia.com/Spiaggia-Di-Lido-Di-Noto-Noto.d553248635977468135.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Catania Port ](https://expedia.com/Catania-Port-Old-Town-Catania.d6205581.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Greek Theatre ](https://expedia.com/Greek-Theatre-Taormina-City-Centre.d6077078.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Port of Pozzallo ](https://expedia.com/Port-Of-Pozzallo-Pozzallo.d553248635975635230.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Fontane Bianche Beach ](https://expedia.com/Fontane-Bianche-Beach-Sicily.d6327072.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Marina di Ragusa Beach ](https://expedia.com/Marina-Di-Ragusa-Beach-Sicily.d6105208.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Port of Milazzo ](https://expedia.com/Port-Of-Milazzo-Milazzo.d6263940.Vacation-Attraction)
- [San Lorenzo Beach ](https://expedia.com/San-Lorenzo-Beach-Sicily.d6327201.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Sampieri Beach ](https://expedia.com/Sampieri-Beach-Sicily.d6322820.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Lungomare di Ortigia ](https://expedia.com/Lungomare-Di-Ortigia-Ortigia.d6284111.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Etnaland ](https://expedia.com/Etnaland-Belpasso.d6102836.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Stadio San Filippo ](https://expedia.com/Stadio-San-Filippo-II-Circoscrizione.d6077516.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Catania Fish Market ](https://expedia.com/Catania-Fish-Market-Catania-City-Centre.d6279792.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Eloro Beach ](https://expedia.com/Eloro-Beach-Sicily.d6327232.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Greek Theatre of Syracuse ](https://expedia.com/Greek-Theatre-Of-Syracuse-Neapolis.d6103294.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ursino Castle ](https://expedia.com/Ursino-Castle-Catania-City-Centre.d6075316.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Etna Cable Car ](https://expedia.com/Etna-Cable-Car-Nicolosi.d6182629.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Lido Mazzaro ](https://expedia.com/Lido-Mazzaro-Sicily.d6077084.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cathedral of Syracuse ](https://expedia.com/Cathedral-Of-Syracuse-Ortigia.d6103290.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Piazza Stesicoro ](https://expedia.com/Piazza-Stesicoro-Catania-City-Centre.d6075366.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cathedral of Noto ](https://expedia.com/Cathedral-Of-Noto-Noto.d6105016.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Spisone Beach ](https://expedia.com/Spisone-Beach-Taormina.d6077514.Vacation-Attraction)

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