Catania Street food tour by night
ID: GYG669876-1113848
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Country: Italy
Country: Italy
Duration: 03:00 hours
Description
A guided walking tour will lead you through the historical streets and squares of the historic centre, introducing you to Catania delights and its "movida"
The Catania food tour is an unmissable journey to savour the authentic culinary essence of the city. Every corner offers delights at all hours, from sunrise to deep into the night, offering a taste of the vibrant Catania soul. Over time, this experience has become a true cult, thanks to the combination of excellent quality ingredients and a centuries-old gastronomic tradition that has made Catania a mecca for gourmets and street food lovers.
Start the tour by discovering the Benedictine Monastery and then enjoy an aperitif of horse meat and wine at sunset in the historic setting of Castello Ursino. You'll pass through the fish market where you'll taste typical Sicilian cheeses and cold cuts, before arriving at Piazza Duomo, a sublime example of Sicilian Baroque and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to taste the typical arancino.
Continue through the streets of the historical centre to discover side streets and the Massimo Bellini theatre, the centre of Catania's opera.
Finally, the sweet part of the tour will take you through a selection of Sicilian pastry delicacies, including the famous cannolo di ricotta, cassatella and almond paste during the winter months, or the fresh Sicilian granita during the summer months.
An unforgettable experience to immerse yourself in Catania's culinary culture.
The Catania food tour is an unmissable journey to savour the authentic culinary essence of the city. Every corner offers delights at all hours, from sunrise to deep into the night, offering a taste of the vibrant Catania soul. Over time, this experience has become a true cult, thanks to the combination of excellent quality ingredients and a centuries-old gastronomic tradition that has made Catania a mecca for gourmets and street food lovers.
Start the tour by discovering the Benedictine Monastery and then enjoy an aperitif of horse meat and wine at sunset in the historic setting of Castello Ursino. You'll pass through the fish market where you'll taste typical Sicilian cheeses and cold cuts, before arriving at Piazza Duomo, a sublime example of Sicilian Baroque and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to taste the typical arancino.
Continue through the streets of the historical centre to discover side streets and the Massimo Bellini theatre, the centre of Catania's opera.
Finally, the sweet part of the tour will take you through a selection of Sicilian pastry delicacies, including the famous cannolo di ricotta, cassatella and almond paste during the winter months, or the fresh Sicilian granita during the summer months.
An unforgettable experience to immerse yourself in Catania's culinary culture.
Highlights
- Catania nightlife
- Street food
- Culinary traditions
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
- Walking tour of Catania.
- Local guides.
- A variety of street food tastings: arancino, olives, cheeses and various products in oil, a plate of horse meat or fish, a glass of local wine, local sweets (cannolo siciliano, cassatella, almond paste, or granita).
- Artisanal soft drinks at one of the town's kiosks.
NOT INCLUDED
- Everything not specified under 'included'
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.