Title: Things to Do in Eastern Sicily in 2026 | Expedia.com [Eastern Sicily Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Sicily.dx6049129)[Hotels in Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Sicily-Hotels.d6049129.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Eastern-Sicily.d6049129.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Eastern-Sicily.d6049129.Car-Rental-Guide)[Eastern Sicily Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Sicily.d6049129.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Eastern Sicily ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Eastern Sicily Types of activities Where to stay [Eastern Sicily Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Sicily.dx6049129) ![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) ![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) ### Eastern Sicily Attractions Explore the sights of Eastern Sicily with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6049129&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or try out our list of {4 fun activities in Eastern Sicily [fun activities in Eastern Sicily](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6049129&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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5h 30m 10/10 100 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $180 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cooking-class-in-taormina-with-chef-massimo.a45268704.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![The Godfather and Taormina Tour from Messina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1676174/da8cc6f2-ac49-4879-9e2b-51f6e1f3c511.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Godfather and Taormina Tour from Messina 6h 9.2/10 48 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $118 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-godfather-and-taormina-tour-from-messina.a1676174.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 355 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Cooking Class with lunch or dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47879126/3274b08a-b05a-4916-a506-d2b8c7a6649e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cooking Class with lunch or dinner 3h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $112 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cooking-class-with-lunch-or-dinner.a47879126.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Taormina and Castelmola on tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47680469/6d075089-32b7-4c51-bef8-9c372df79c8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taormina and Castelmola on tour 5h Free cancellation available $71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/taormina-and-castelmola-on-tour.a47680469.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Private Tour to Taormina, Savoca and Messina starting from Messina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47398410/1f968408-1ac2-4064-bb7f-fc7d1267d435.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour to Taormina, Savoca and Messina starting from Messina 6h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $124 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/taormina-tour-savoca-godfather-free-messina-tour-from-messina.a47398410.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Private Tour Alcantara Gorges, Taormina and Messina. Departure Messina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49270243/5f9502f0-d854-4b89-9a68-ee5d2e88212a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour Alcantara Gorges, Taormina and Messina. Departure Messina 6h Free cancellation available $124 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-alcantara-gorges-taormina-and-messina-departure-messina.a49270243.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Catania : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46353965/5003ebe8-39d2-4012-bbb5-2ab1d3ef0854.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Catania : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour) 8h 9.6/10 42 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $94 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/catania-private-custom-walking-tour-with-a-local-guide.a46353965.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Sicily Unveiled: A Self-Guided 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table](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3114919/1b86f35f-fcd6-4075-ae06-f623c651d46a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Culture and Street Food: Catania on the table 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/culture-and-street-food-catania-on-the-table.a3114919.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Catania Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50470493/299e0d99-452e-4888-9f77-b119a03e5fb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Catania Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide 2h Free cancellation available $29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/catania-highlights-walking-tour-with-a-guide.a50470493.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Catania: Coastline Sailing Trip 6hr with Aperitif and Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48275605/d0a0d21a-0852-4149-a532-f99cf8b2a811.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Catania: Coastline Sailing Trip 6hr with Aperitif and Lunch 6h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $1,048 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/catania-coastline-sailing-trip-6hr-with-aperitif-and-lunch.a48275605.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 69 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45268704/ffc4abd3-beff-4eb6-9c05-c3e220adf270.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!! 5h 30m 10/10 100 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $180 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cooking-class-in-taormina-with-chef-massimo.a45268704.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Cooking class fresh pasta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48301264/1a426a51-016e-4b92-8a1c-90a83a0804d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cooking class fresh pasta 3h 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cooking-class-fresh-pasta.a48301264.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Cooking Class with lunch or dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47879126/3274b08a-b05a-4916-a506-d2b8c7a6649e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cooking Class with lunch or dinner 3h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $112 includes taxes & fees per adult 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[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cooking-class-arancini-in-catania.a48294142.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Sicilian Cooking Class & Market Tour in Catania with Chef Luca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50163317/150e0a4f-23c9-4cbd-ab85-d3361e892958.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sicilian Cooking Class & Market Tour in Catania with Chef Luca 4h Free cancellation available $129 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sicilian-cooking-class-market-tour-in-catania-with-chef-luca.a50163317.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Sicilian cooking Class and Visit to the Catania Market](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48850901/ec09d805-76ad-4dde-a785-a9fbe8468597.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sicilian cooking Class and Visit to the Catania Market 3h Free cancellation available $94 includes taxes & fees per adult 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Alcantara Gurne 2h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/river-jumping-alcantara-gurne.a46966565.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Sunset Tour and Searching Dolphins](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48213365/9f8f0769-5a85-46b1-ae58-918c647ee521.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset Tour and Searching Dolphins 2h 30m 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/taormina-coast-tour-and-searching-dolphins.a48213365.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45946818/d004fe32-868d-4fe6-aa2f-5326354280d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit 1h 9.2/10 29 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/siracusa-ortygia-island-boat-tour-with-grotto-visit.a45946818.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Sailing tour at sunset in catania](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48740265/e914e8d4-a6b7-4746-868e-1d32cce639d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sailing tour at sunset in catania 3h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $77 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sailing-tour-at-sunset-in-catania.a48740265.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Sicily & Mount Etna Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/268309/5544f364-7266-46b8-beef-1680cf6ac56b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sicily & Mount Etna Day Trip 18h 30m 7.2/10 52 verified reviews $186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sicily-mount-etna-day-trip.a268309.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49474738/dd846d80-ec78-4930-a9ed-717bd056c5a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves 1h 30m 9.4/10 64 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/syracuse-boat-tour-with-captain-mirko-snorkeling-caves.a49474738.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Syracuse :Private boat trip con Prosecco/Fresh fruit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47945970/ccc9a64a-6d31-4314-a3f5-c2479fb30067.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Syracuse :Private boat trip con Prosecco/Fresh fruit 2h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tour-privato-in-barca-con-prosecco.a47945970.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Syracuse: Boat Trip with Lunch, Wine, and Swimming Stops](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47822640/0aa4e3ae-6f17-4646-95c2-970cd2bdccff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Syracuse: Boat Trip with Lunch, Wine, and Swimming Stops 8.6/10 27 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/syracuse-boat-trip-with-lunch-wine-and-swimming-stops.a47822640.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Catania: Coastline Sailing Trip 6hr with Aperitif and Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48275605/d0a0d21a-0852-4149-a532-f99cf8b2a811.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Catania: Coastline Sailing Trip 6hr with Aperitif and Lunch 6h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $1,048 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/catania-coastline-sailing-trip-6hr-with-aperitif-and-lunch.a48275605.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Day Trip to Ragusa Ibla Modica and Scicli from Malta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49296321/0db139f5-0617-4c57-ba61-70d7b66776e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Ragusa Ibla Modica and Scicli from Malta 15h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $162 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-ragusa-ibla-modica-and-scicli-from-malta.a49296321.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 21 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Sunset Tour and Searching Dolphins](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48213365/9f8f0769-5a85-46b1-ae58-918c647ee521.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset Tour and Searching Dolphins 2h 30m 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/taormina-coast-tour-and-searching-dolphins.a48213365.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Catania: Gulf Scuba Diving Tour with Marine Biologist](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4757864/422c8d85-8299-4948-8b32-58c2a1ff95b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Catania: Gulf Scuba Diving Tour with Marine Biologist 3h 30m 10/10 71 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $82 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/gulf-of-catania-diving-tour.a4757864.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Cefalu Etna wild jeep experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5296877/9d20fcd2-305e-413d-adeb-386200ff441f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cefalu Etna wild jeep experience 9h 10/10 2 Viator reviews $171 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cefalu-etna-wild-jeep-experience.a5296877.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Taormina and Messina Shared Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3189602/444fed4c-e618-406f-aec7-a3457cb2b7c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taormina and Messina Shared Group Tour 5h Free cancellation available $118 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/messina-and-taormina-private-tour-for-small-group.a3189602.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Etna walking tour, visit of a lava tunnel, Arancino tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48350034/61c8f2e2-ac87-4c01-b928-c9dccf8fa393.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Etna walking tour, visit of a lava tunnel, Arancino tasting 6h+ 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $115 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/etna-walking-tour-and-visit-to-a-lava-cave.a48350034.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Ferla: Pantalica Nature Reserve UNESCO Tour with Swim Stop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45917166/c3d2096b-d1cd-4222-8053-ff8d1d55f32f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ferla: Pantalica Nature Reserve UNESCO Tour with Swim Stop 3h 30m 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $294 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ferla-pantalica-nature-reserve-unesco-tour-with-swim-stop.a45917166.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![SYRACUSE Neapolis Archaeological Park Private Tour in Sicily](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47658991/0032a7af-84e3-4db6-93d9-e205b18b35bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### SYRACUSE Neapolis Archaeological Park Private Tour in Sicily 2h Free cancellation available $377 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/syracuse-ortygia-neapolis-archaeological-park-guided-tour.a47658991.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Noto: Guided trekking and birdwatching at Vendicari Reserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48311138/e4b265ab-9e75-4256-809b-3c8dd2a8a794.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Noto: Guided trekking and birdwatching at Vendicari Reserve 3h Free cancellation available $294 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/noto-guided-trekking-and-birdwatching-at-vendicari-reserve.a48311138.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Aci Castello: Underwater Scooter Diving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4761149/f7a86d82-569b-4131-9f39-aa2d2790513e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aci Castello: Underwater Scooter Diving Tour 4h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $118 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/aci-castello-underwater-scooter-diving-tour.a4761149.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ![Sunset with BBQ by jeep](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3169418/73aed2c0-0817-42ae-9af4-5531a6e42c42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset with BBQ by jeep 4h 10/10 1 Viator review $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-with-bbq-by-jeep.a3169418.activity-details?&rid=6049129&location=Eastern+Sicily&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Eastern Sicily | Number of things to do | 4 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Selinunte: The acroplois and the beaches from Trapani](/things-to-do/selinunte-the-acroplois-and-the-beaches-from-trapani.a659489.activity-details): $198 | | Top 5 things to do | [Selinunte: The acroplois and the beaches from Trapani](/things-to-do/selinunte-the-acroplois-and-the-beaches-from-trapani.a659489.activity-details)[Tour Selinunte](/things-to-do/tour-selinunte.a3178669.activity-details)[Selinunte Archaeological Park and Cusa Caves from Palermo, Private Tour](/things-to-do/selinunte-archaeological-park-and-cusa-caves-from-palermo-private-tour.a3084345.activity-details)[8 Days Private Sicily Tour:" Secrets of non-tourist Sicily"](/things-to-do/8-days-private-historical-tour-in-rural-sicily-with-food-and-wine.a48427599.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | | ## What to do in Eastern Sicily - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Eastern Sicily There's no need to endlessly reach for your wallet in Eastern Sicily. The following won't even cost a dollar. **Bridge of the Saracens** \- Drop by this historic landmark and experience a slice of the region's cultural heritage. **Royal Capizzi College Library** \- Chat to a few locals and discover why many tourists drop by this place. **Church of the Sacred Heart** \- Inject a bit of spirituality into your travels by stopping by this religious attraction. ### Things to Do in Eastern Sicily with Kids There's fun for all the family no matter where you go in Eastern Sicily. Here are a few [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6049129&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) you can try together that are sure to make your escape unforgettable: - [Giardini Naxos, Taormina and Castelmola half day Tour from Catania](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/giardini-naxos-taormina-and-castelmola-half-day-tour-from-catania.a1074618.activity-details) - [Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/syracuse-ortigia-and-noto-day-trip-from-catania.a1074612.activity-details) - [Mount Etna Half day Jeep 4x4 Tour from Catania or Taormina](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mount-etna-half-day-jeep-4x4-tour-from-catania-or-taormina.a1132594.activity-details) - [The Godfather movie tour from Catania](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-godfather-tour-from-catania.a1074602.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Eastern Sicily? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Eastern Sicily ![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) ![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) ![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) ![Vista dal molo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/924/dc2136aa-5b01-47bb-8b61-9a559a5624d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Catania Port Explore the waterfront in Catania with a trip to Catania Port. Discover the theater scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Catania-Port-Old-Town-Catania.d6205581.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) ![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) ![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. [](https://expedia.com/Piazza-Del-Duomo-Catania-City-Centre.d6075324.Vacation-Attraction) ![Greek Theatre showing building ruins and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077078/393a8cf3-ca86-4ddd-b5cc-c25b4ae8c255.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Greek Theatre Visit this ancient theater to admire Roman ruins, watch internationally acclaimed musicians and enjoy stunning views across the Bay of Nexus. [](https://expedia.com/Greek-Theatre-Taormina-City-Centre.d6077078.Vacation-Attraction) ![#LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034839/545f595d-4057-422d-8c6b-fce35f4297af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spiaggia di Lido di Noto Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggia di Lido di Noto during your trip to Noto Marina? Wander the gardens and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Spiaggia-Di-Lido-Di-Noto-Noto.d553248635977468135.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Eastern Sicily ![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(147 area reviews) The historic heart of Syracuse is dotted with churches and atmospheric piazzas, where visitors enjoy sweeping sea views while dining at gourmet restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Syracuse-Ortigia.dx553248635213212045) ![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. [](https://expedia.com/Taormina-Taormina-City-Centre.dx553248633938935393) ![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(194 area reviews) Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historic sites and theaters. Make a stop by Manganelli Palace or Via Crociferi while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.com/Catania-Catania-City-Centre.dx553248633938945265) ![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) Baroque architecture and elegant piazzas decorate the historic core of a city framed by Mount Etna and filled with exciting attractions to suit varied interests. [](https://expedia.com/Catania-Old-Town-Catania.dx553248635213212759) ![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. [](https://expedia.com/Taormina-Mazzaro.dx6035389) ![Mount Etna showing mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049129/4f7a8d72-1085-4d40-ab92-8f1bbb489767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Contrada Pantano d'Arci While visiting Contrada Pantano d'Arci, you might make a stop by sights like Catania Beach and Spiaggia della Plaia. [](https://expedia.com/Catania-Contrada-Pantano-DArci.dx553248635976399691) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Sicily.dx6049129.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from 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 ![Syracuse, panoramic phot of the Roman Amphitheatre at Syracuse (Siracusa), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sicily, Italy, Europe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/0fad57c8-f045-437c-be3c-817a684ac32e.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 ![Aci Castello which includes heritage architecture and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4947/a34010fa-234d-4abd-b8e7-4ca307c57670.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aci Castello ![E8BGTG](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4951/9f7f3654-5715-4b94-8207-c2ee115cbf87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Messina ![taormina giardininaxos messina isolabella sicilia sicily italia italy landscape wallpaper gnuckx travel creative commons zero cc0 cc facebook bebo news today oggi panoramio flickr googleearth maps geotagged wiki wikipedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180615/44836f02-0f69-4106-a463-2261e18ea19a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Letojanni ![Giardini Naxos which includes a sandy beach and a coastal town as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182132/78267b0b-ad69-4fe2-8ae6-e9aa6b632263.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Giardini Naxos ## Frequently asked questions ### What to do in Eastern Sicily on a sunny day? > - [Full-Day Sailing Cruise with Lunch from Catania](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-sailing-cruise-with-lunch-from-catania.a522377.activity-details) > - [Catania Street Food Walking Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/catania-street-food-walking-tour.a1161331.activity-details) > - [Market, Cook and dine at a Cesarina's home in Acitrezza](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/market-cook-and-dine-at-a-cesarinas-home-in-acitrezza.a620651.activity-details) > - [Market tour, lunch/dinner at a Cesarina's home in Acitrezza](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/market-tour-lunch-dinner-at-a-cesarinas-home-in-acitrezza.a620920.activity-details) ### What to do in Eastern Sicily on a rainy day? > - [The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local in Catania](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-art-of-the-italian-aperitivo-with-a-local-in-catania.a872143.activity-details) > - [Private Market tour + Cook + Dine in a local home in Catania](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-market-tour-cook-dine-in-a-local-home-in-catania.a557530.activity-details) > - [Local Market visit and Dining at a local's home in Catania](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/local-market-visit-and-dining-at-a-locals-home-in-catania.a557514.activity-details) > - [Private cooking class at a local's home in Catania](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-cooking-class-at-a-locals-home-in-catania.a557512.activity-details) ### What should I not miss in Eastern Sicily? > - Greek Theatre > - Catania Cathedral > - Temple of Apollo > - Lido Mazzaro ### Are there cheap things to do in Eastern Sicily? ### What can you do in Eastern Sicily for free? > - Catania Cathedral > - Temple of Apollo > - Cathedral of Messina > - Greek-Roman Theatre ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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