Catania Street Food Tour

Feast on Catania's street food delights such as arancini, granita, and cannoli

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· 3.00h · Sicily, Italy

Catania's street food features unique, highly local, and often challenging dishes, including horse meat! Trying to order these for the first time without a local guide can lead to confusion or surprise. Join our Catania street food tour to uncover the city’s best cuisine while devouring Sicilian classics like arancini, granita, and cannoli. With your expert guide serving up local secrets, it’s a flavorful stroll perfect for anyone who loves food, culture, and a little bit of indulgence.

What You Get With This Tour

  • Expert local guide
  • Tasting of arancini, granita, seltz, and cannoli
  • Fish market visit
  • Old Town visit
  • Max group size of 12
  • Hotel Pick up/Drop Off
  • Gratuities

Tour Itinerary

  • 1

    Meet your expert guide at Piazza del Duomo

    Your day begins at Piazza del Duomo, where you meet your expert guide and dive into the historic center of Catania. You'll receive fascinating insights into the culinary traditions and local culture of the city.
  • 2

    Wander through the lively traditional fish market

    Follow your guide through the winding alleyways to the lively, traditional fish market. Here, you witness the energy of the vendors and learn about the local ingredients and unique, highly local dishes, including horse meat.
  • 3

    Taste classic arancini and refreshing seltz

    Along the way, you sample arancini, the classic stuffed Italian rice balls coated with breadcrumbs. You also sample Seltz Limone e Sale, a refreshing drink Sicilians enjoy by the beaches, perfect for cooling down.
  • 4

    Indulge in sweet Sicilian staples

    Next, satisfy your sweet tooth by indulging in a creamy cannolo, the iconic pastry filled with luscious ricotta. You also sample granita, the semi-frozen dessert that is perfect for a sunny Sicilian morning.
  • 5

    Your tour finishes in the Old Town

    Every tasting comes with stories, as your guide shares the history and culture that define Catania. The stroll concludes in the Old Town, leaving you filled with local flavors.

Additional Information

Catania Street Food Walking Tour Full Description

Your 3-hours tour includes:

  • Friendly expert local guide

  • Tasting of local specialties such as arancini, granita, seltz, and cannoli

  • Visit to Catania's historic fish market

  • Stroll through the Old Town

  • Small-group experience

Exploring Catania’s Culinary Heart

Your day begins at Piazza del Duomo, where you'll meet your expert guide and dive into the heart of Catania’s historic center. Wander through winding alleyways and the lively traditional fish market, learning fascinating insights into the culinary traditions and local culture of the city. Along the way, tuck into arancini, the classic stuffed Italian rice balls coated with breadcrumbs, and sample Seltz Limone e Sale, the refreshing drink Sicilians enjoy by the beaches.

Sweet Treats & Sicilian Flavors

Next, satisfy your sweet tooth with granita, the semi-frozen dessert that’s perfect for a sunny Sicilian morning, and indulge in a creamy cannolo, the iconic pastry filled with luscious ricotta. Every bite comes with a side of stories, as your guide shares the flavors, history, and culture that make Catania a food lover’s paradise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this tour best for?

Perfect for food lovers, curious travelers, and culture enthusiasts. Some walking is involved, so comfy shoes are recommended.

What about food allergies?

Unfortunately the tour is not suitable for people with food allergies.

What should I bring?

Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, and maybe a light jacket. And don’t forget your camera!

Will we stop for drinks and sweets?

Absolutely! You’ll sip Seltz Limone e Sale, taste granita, and indulge in cannoli, plus a few other local treats along the way. Meals aren’t included, but you’ll leave happily stuffed!

How big is the group?

This is a small-group experience, usually with up to 12 participants, so you get plenty of personal attention and space to enjoy the flavors.

What languages is the tour offered in?

The tour is available in Italian, English and French.

Can the itinerary change?

Yes! Sometimes markets or vendors change daily, but your guide will make sure you get the best local experience, flavors, and stories no matter what.

How long is the tour?

Your foodie adventure lasts about 3 hours, giving you plenty of time to stroll, taste, and soak up Catania’s vibrant streets.

Start From: $62.40

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!

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