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Important changes for your Sicily trip: This is the new tourist tax in Catania from 2026

Important changes for your Sicily trip: This is the new tourist tax in Catania from 2026

Catania is awakening to new life. The scent of freshly brewed coffee wafts through the Baroque streets, Mount Etna watches majestically over the city, and in the evenings, the vibrant life on Piazza Duomo beckons. But as in many Italian metropolises, visitors will have to dig deeper into their pockets for this experience starting in 2026. The city of Catania has increased its tourist tax (tassa di soggiorno) as of January 1, 2026. Here’s what to expect and how you…

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Subway in Catania – Metro

Subway in Catania – Metro

The Catania Metro, also known as the “Metropolitana di Catania,” is a public transportation system serving the city of Catania in Sicily, Italy. Though relatively small compared to the subway systems of large metropolises, it plays an essential role in Catania’s urban transit. Here’s an overview of the Catania Metro: The Catania Metro consists of a single line, the Linea Rossa (Red Line), running from the northern neighborhood of Nesima to the southern area of Stesicoro, with a total of…

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