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) ![Mount Etna which includes mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/85000/85750-Mount-Etna.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.ca/Catania-Contrada-Pantano-DArci.dx553248635976399691) - Eastern Sicily Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Eastern Sicily ![Romano Palace Luxury Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1105600/1105578/3f692de6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Romano Palace Luxury Hotel Viale Kennedy 28 Catania CT CA $135 CA $165 total Jan 6 - Jan 7 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Catania Beach and Catania Port are ... 7.8/10 Good! (919 reviews) Rustic decor is impressive. Gound is outstanding. Facilities a bit dated. Very convenient for airport. Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=1105578&PinnedHotelID=1105578&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 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! (785 reviews) Good size room and we had an amazing view off our balcony. Shower stall is very small and uncomfortable. The breakfast spread is incredible, but I was disappointed that the hotel bar/restaurant had a very limited menu. There were about 10 items listed but they only had 4-5 of them available. Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=1053832&PinnedHotelID=1053832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049129) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=1053832&PinnedHotelID=1053832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049129) ![Splendid Hotel Taormina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1740000/1735700/1735615/1f3cc253_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Splendid Hotel Taormina Via Dietro Cappuccini, 10 Taormina ME CA $101 CA $124 total Jan 8 - Jan 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (266 reviews) Fantastic and very friendly staff. Clean and very nice rooms. Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F01%2F2026&endDate=09%2F01%2F2026&selected=1735615&PinnedHotelID=1735615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049129) [See all 13,569 properties in Eastern Sicily](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6049129) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Hotel - Residence La Residenza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2320000/2315300/2315225/d9eb05d7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel - Residence La Residenza Via 27 Lulgio, 115 Messina ME Stay at this residence in Messina. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Basilica Santuario di S. Antonio and ... 7.4/10 Good! (208 reviews) Comfortable hotel with friendly staff. 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! 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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 4.5/5(7 reviews) 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 4.5/5(13 reviews) 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 4.5/5(7 reviews) 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) ![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) ![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 4.5/5(14 reviews) 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) ### 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 $6,277 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 $885 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) - [Taormina Cable Car ](https://expedia.ca/Taormina-Cable-Car-Taormina.d6182944.Vacation-Attraction) - [Corso Umberto ](https://expedia.ca/Corso-Umberto-Taormina-City-Centre.d6343604.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) - [Port of Milazzo ](https://expedia.ca/Port-Of-Milazzo-Milazzo.d6263940.Vacation-Attraction) - [Etnaland ](https://expedia.ca/Etnaland-Belpasso.d6102836.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lungomare di Ortigia ](https://expedia.ca/Lungomare-Di-Ortigia-Ortigia.d6284111.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ursino Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Ursino-Castle-Catania-City-Centre.d6075316.Vacation-Attraction) - [Spisone Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Spisone-Beach-Taormina.d6077514.Vacation-Attraction) - [Calamosche Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Calamosche-Beach-Sicily.d6327193.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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