Catania: Underground Catania Tickets and Guided Tour

Southern Italy, Sicily



Explore what lies beneath the city of Catania on a guided tour to uncover secret churches and mysterious passageways. See what's under the Castle "Ursino" and walk along the river of Amenano.

Underground Etna and Catania City Tour

Explore underground caves, ancient ruins, and Baroque churches beneath Catania, suitable for history and nature enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Admire the power of Etna and its eruptions in a prehistoric cave
  • Follow the mysterious underground river 'Amenano' into a cave
  • Explore an ancient Roman monument
  • Discover mysteries inside a late Baroque church
  • Descend to 15 meters below ground level

Description

Meet your expert guide in front of the ruins of the Black Amphitheater, a Roman structure seating 15,000 people. Begin your journey exploring the city's underground mysteries among church ruins and prehistoric lava caves.

Follow your guide through Catania's main street, Via Etnea. Along the way, admire aristocratic palaces and late Baroque churches as you move between different sites.

Discover what lies beneath the city's surface as you visit multiple subterranean locations.

Includes

  • Entry tickets to four different underground sites

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

  • This tour operates rain or shine. Cancellation occurs only if conditions prevent safe site access.
  • You will climb a few steps, some irregular, to access various sites.
  • If a planned site is unavailable, it will be replaced with another underground location selected by the organizers.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

Wear comfortable shoes suitable for stairs and uneven surfaces. The best time to visit is during daylight hours for easier navigation on the city streets.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes access to underground caves, ancient ruins, the underground river Amenano, a prehistoric Etna cave, and a late Baroque church beneath Catania, Sicily.
The tour begins in front of the ruins of the Black Amphitheater, an ancient Roman structure in Catania, Sicily.
Participants descend approximately 15 meters below ground level to explore caves and historical sites.
Yes, the tour includes a prehistoric cave where you can admire traces of Mount Etna's eruptions.
The tour is generally suitable for families, but it is best to check with the operator regarding age restrictions and safety measures.
No special equipment is required, but comfortable walking shoes and suitable clothing are recommended for exploring underground sites in Sicily.
The tour runs year-round, and you should check the official website for current hours and availability.
Due to the nature of underground caves and ancient ruins, accessibility is limited and may not be suitable for wheelchair users.
Tour duration varies, typically lasting between 1.5 to 2 hours; check the website for exact times.
Yes, tickets can be booked online in advance for guaranteed entry to the underground sites in Sicily.

Trusted local guides, read by millions every month

  • 2006 online since
  • 26.2M page views a month across the network
  • 14 languages

180+ destination guides, one network

Every guide covers a single destination on its own website, with events, restaurants, things to do and places to stay chosen from local recommendations.

My Guide Network Locations

Nearby Destinations

Add to your trip

Add your travel dates so we can place this on the right day, or save it for later.

Added to your trip Added to day {[{trip.toast.day}]}, MorningAfternoonEvening Saved to your trip Already in your trip Transfer saved to your trip Save your trip to get fresh suggestions Staying in {[{trip.toast.label}]} Base cleared Trip deleted Link copied Could not save your trip Something went wrong, please try again