Full description
The journey begins with a fresh seafood tasting, handpicked by the guide based on the market’s daily catch. As travelers wander through the lively streets, they’ll soak in the atmosphere of Catania’s bustling fish market, learning about local traditions, recipes, and the secrets of market life while engaging with friendly vendors.
Next comes a must-try Sicilian specialty—arancini al ragù, prepared by the legendary Mamma Agata, followed by a visit to a hidden underground site, where a lava tunnel reveals a flowing stream of the ancient Amenano River, a secret gem known only to locals.
More flavors await, including spicy anchovies, baked cipollina, and other regional delicacies, paired with a refreshing fruit seltzer and, of course, a cold Sicilian beer for the perfect toast. History enthusiasts will love the stop at Piazza Federico di Svevia, where the medieval Castello Ursino stands in all its grandeur, offering a glimpse into Catania’s fascinating past.
The tour ends back in Piazza Duomo, where travelers indulge in a final sweet treat—either a traditional granita with brioche or the delicate ricotta minnuzza cake, a perfect finale to this flavorful adventure.
Beyond the food, this tour is a chance to experience Catania through the eyes of a local, with guides who share personal stories, cultural insights, and a deep passion for their city, making travelers truly feel the spirit of Catania.
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Additional information
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the departure time of the tour
● We have a waiting tolerance of ten minutes. Once the tour has started we do not guarantee a second chance to reach the group along the way. Refunds or compensation will not be provided for late arrivals, regardless of the reason for the delay. However, we always do our best to assist our partners’ guests in the event of unexpected last-minute issues
● This tour is suitable for vegetarians and pescatarians
● This tour is not suitable for travelers vegans, allergic to gluten, picky eaters
● Travelers join this tour at their own risk. The food provided on this tour may contain or come into contact with common allergens (or actual food traces), such as dairy, eggs, wheat, soybeans, nuts, shellfish or wheat. Our tours have a high risk of nut contamination. It cannot guarantee total absence of food allergens and cross contaminations
● Not recommended to travelers with limited walking and standing capacity. Seats are not guaranteed at every food stops
● The amount of food provided replaces a full meal. Advise your guest to come hungry
● In order to save plastic we strongly recommend travelers to bring their own water bottle that can be refilled at public fountains
● We suggest guests to wear comfy shoes and sunhat
● If you are driving to Catania, please add 1 hour to time estimated by Google maps. There can be heavy traffic
● Group size: minimum 2 / maximum 12 (tours are confirmed with minimum 2 participants)
Inclusions
✔ City center walking tour guided by a local expert in English
✔ Entrance to the lava tunnel (when accessible)
✔ 7+ Street food samples: fish recipe of the day, deli foods (es. arancini, cipollina, siciliana), seasonal treat (fruit or other local specialty of the season), dessert (ricotta cake or granita and brioche)
✔ 3 drinks
Exclusions
✖ Hotel Pick-up and drop off
✖ Transportation
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified service
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the service
Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided
Meeting Point
Please stand in Piazza del Duomo 3, Catania (main door of Palazzo dei Chierici)
Your guide will be carrying a red bag with logo printed on