Title: Visit Eastern Sicily: Best of Eastern Sicily Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.ca/Eastern-Sicily-Hotels.d6049129.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.ca/Eastern-Sicily-Vacation-Rentals.d6049129.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Eastern-Sicily.d6049129.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Eastern-Sicily.d6049129.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Eastern Sicily Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Eastern-Sicily.d6049129.Car-Rental-Guide)[Eastern Sicily Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Eastern-Sicily.d6049129.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Eastern Sicily ## Travel Guide ![Ursino Castle showing heritage architecture and château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85795-Ursino-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Roman Amphitheater which includes a ruin](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85757-Roman-Amphitheater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cathedral Square featuring a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/208000/208142-Cathedral-Square-Piazza-Duomo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cathedral Square which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious aspects](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85686-Catania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cathedral of Noto showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/208000/208183-Cathedral-Of-Noto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Eastern Sicily Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Eastern Sicily ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/87000/87667-Temple-Of-Apollo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ortigia 4.5/5(17 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Syracuse-Ortigia.dx553248635213212045) ![Greek Theatre showing a ruin and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85979-Greek-Theatre-Teatro-Greco.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Taormina City Centre 5/5(16 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.ca/Taormina-Taormina-City-Centre.dx553248633938935393) ![Angera featuring a river or creek and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256746-Lombardy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Catania City Centre 4.5/5(36 area reviews) Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historic sites and theaters. Make a stop by Manganelli Palace or Piazza Stesicoro while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Catania-Catania-City-Centre.dx553248633938945265) ![Ursino Castle showing heritage architecture and château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85795-Ursino-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Catania 3.5/5(6 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Catania-Old-Town-Catania.dx553248635213212759) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/259ec8d68c7933a3d00d26bfef73da78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mazzaro 5/5(5 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.ca/Taormina-Mazzaro.dx6035389) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/25777a6c8b031ee80cb538576725477e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ragusa Ibla Ragusa Ibla is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Duomo di San Giorgio Ragusa and Palazzo Arezzo Di Trifiletti. [](https://expedia.ca/Ragusa-Ragusa-Ibla.dx553248621532498620) - Eastern Sicily Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Eastern Sicily ![UNA Hotels Capotaormina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22100/22100/5765945a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### UNA Hotels Capotaormina Via Nazionale, 105 Taormina ME Book a stay at this beach hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews) A fantastic Hotel with a great view! Wonderful location! Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=22100&PinnedHotelID=22100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049129) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=22100&PinnedHotelID=22100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049129) ![Etna Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10970000/10965100/10965069/6b4eefb1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Etna Suite Via Etnea, 290 Catania CT CA $123 CA $146 total Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this ski guesthouse in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (834 reviews) good breakfast. various food Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026&selected=10965069&PinnedHotelID=10965069&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049129) ![Hotel Bel Soggiorno](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1053900/1053832/d62e8778_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Bel Soggiorno Via Luigi Pirandello 60 Taormina ME CA $102 CA $137 total Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (781 reviews) This is a lovely place! We had a view of Mt. Etna and the bay. We had our own private terrace. The dining area has beautiful views of the water and the gardens surrounding the property. The food choices were varied. All the staff were friendly and helpful! There is parking right on the premises. ... 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Well located for ferry port and train station, with tram to both for the less energetic. I checked in late Sunday afternoon which meant reception was not staffed, but intercom provided all information to get in and access key card. Very comfortable bed and perfect ... Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Messina-Hotels-Hotel-Residence-La-Residenza.h2315225.Hotel-Information) ![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) ### 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 Lido Mazzaro 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 [](https://expedia.ca/Taormina-Hotels-Ampio-E-Panoramico-Appartamento-A-Due-Passi-Dal-Mare.h66305637.Hotel-Information) ![Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8070000/8061400/8061349/86e96583_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata Via Monte Sant'Agata, 5 Catania CT Stay at this apartment in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and premium bedding. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Catania Port ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews) Staff was super helpful and location is excellent Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Catania-Hotels-Ferrini-Home-Via-Monte-SantAgata.h8061349.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6049129&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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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.ca/Mount-Etna-Sicily.d6049157.Vacation-Attraction) ![Catania Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d69ef13f843668b35217f727c841f038.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.ca/Catania-Beach-Italy.d6206823.Vacation-Attraction) ![Messina showing general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85569-Messina-Province.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.ca/Corso-Umberto-Taormina-City-Centre.d6343604.Vacation-Attraction) ![Taormina Cable Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0cb6f5ec66af1953d4bdff3940b6d204.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.ca/Taormina-Cable-Car-Taormina.d6182944.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cathedral Square which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious aspects](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85686-Catania.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.ca/Piazza-Del-Duomo-Catania-City-Centre.d6075324.Vacation-Attraction) ![Spiaggia di Lido di Noto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0ab8bc81ff1e7f8c569bc2edb666c826.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.ca/Spiaggia-Di-Lido-Di-Noto-Noto.d553248635977468135.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![8 Days Private Historical Tour in Rural Sicily with Food and Wine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48427599/ae48f365-42a0-4c09-9822-7ad44b8f1b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 8 Days Private Sicily Tour:" Secrets of non-tourist Sicily" CA $6,274 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/8-days-private-sicily-tour-secrets-of-non-tourist-sicily.a48427599.activity-details) ![Archaeological Park of Selinunte, The Temple of Era](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3084345/0e0902ed-f55c-4f0a-9124-6c4823d9055a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Selinunte Archaeological Park and Cusa Caves from Palermo, Private Tour CA $887 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/selinunte-archaeological-park-and-cusa-caves-from-palermo.a3084345.activity-details) [See all activities in Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Eastern-Sicily.d6049129.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Eastern Sicily ![Cathedral Square which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious aspects](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85686-Catania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Catania ![Syracuse which includes street scenes as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/87000/87499-Syracuse.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Syracuse ![Messina featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85576-Messina-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Taormina ![Piazza del Duomo which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/162000/162821-Piazza-Del-Duomo-Acireale.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Acireale - Cities near Eastern Sicily - Places of interest [Catania](https://expedia.ca/Catania.dx924)[Syracuse](https://expedia.ca/Syracuse.dx4912)[Taormina](https://expedia.ca/Taormina.dx4915)[Acireale](https://expedia.ca/Acireale.dx4919)[Aci Castello](https://expedia.ca/Aci-Castello.dx4947)[Messina](https://expedia.ca/Messina.dx4951)[Letojanni](https://expedia.ca/Letojanni.dx180615)[Giardini Naxos](https://expedia.ca/Giardini-Naxos.dx182132)[Milazzo](https://expedia.ca/Milazzo.dx182138)[Chiaramonte Gulfi](https://expedia.ca/Chiaramonte-Gulfi.dx602207)[Motta Sant'Anastasia](https://expedia.ca/Motta-SantAnastasia.dx6023518)[Villa San Giovanni](https://expedia.ca/Villa-San-Giovanni.dx6023653)[Zafferana Etnea](https://expedia.ca/Zafferana-Etnea.dx6024099)[Ragusa](https://expedia.ca/Ragusa.dx6025646)[Terme Vigliatore](https://expedia.ca/Terme-Vigliatore.dx6025921)[Francavilla di Sicilia](https://expedia.ca/Francavilla-Di-Sicilia.dx6034400)[Noto](https://expedia.ca/Noto.dx6034839)[Motta Camastra](https://expedia.ca/Motta-Camastra.dx6035021)[Mascali](https://expedia.ca/Mascali.dx6046597)[Calatabiano](https://expedia.ca/Calatabiano.dx6046835)[Ispica](https://expedia.ca/Ispica.dx6047756)[Sampieri](https://expedia.ca/Sampieri.dx6048991)[Misterbianco](https://expedia.ca/Misterbianco.dx6048992)[Linguaglossa](https://expedia.ca/Linguaglossa.dx6050919)[Portopalo di Capo Passero](https://expedia.ca/Portopalo-Di-Capo-Passero.dx6051160) - [Mount Etna ](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Etna-Sicily.d6049157.Vacation-Attraction) - [Corso Umberto ](https://expedia.ca/Corso-Umberto-Taormina-City-Centre.d6343604.Vacation-Attraction) - [Taormina Cable Car ](https://expedia.ca/Taormina-Cable-Car-Taormina.d6182944.Vacation-Attraction) - [Piazza del Duomo ](https://expedia.ca/Piazza-Del-Duomo-Catania-City-Centre.d6075324.Vacation-Attraction) - [Spiaggia di Lido di Noto ](https://expedia.ca/Spiaggia-Di-Lido-Di-Noto-Noto.d553248635977468135.Vacation-Attraction) - [Greek Theatre ](https://expedia.ca/Greek-Theatre-Taormina-City-Centre.d6077078.Vacation-Attraction) - [Catania Cathedral ](https://expedia.ca/Catania-Cathedral-Catania-City-Centre.d6075320.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lungomare di Ortigia ](https://expedia.ca/Lungomare-Di-Ortigia-Ortigia.d6284111.Vacation-Attraction) - [Etnaland ](https://expedia.ca/Etnaland-Belpasso.d6102836.Vacation-Attraction) - [Port of Milazzo ](https://expedia.ca/Port-Of-Milazzo-Milazzo.d6263940.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ursino Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Ursino-Castle-Catania-City-Centre.d6075316.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cathedral of Noto ](https://expedia.ca/Cathedral-Of-Noto-Noto.d6105016.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points 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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