Beautiful baroque theatre located in the piazza Vincenzo. The opera season had just started and I…read morewas anxious to get some tickets. The Russian ballet was playing here too, but sadly could not find a sitter! However, got to enjoy the outside views! Next time...going to Sicily sans kids! Built in 1890 this opera house provides a perfect example of typical Sicilian Baroque architecture and should not be missed.

Really cool atmosphere. It's theme is an old medicine house from the earlier centuries. Try their…read morehouse beers!

We have done many WW2 museums this year, this was the first one in Italy. It did not disappoint in…read morehighlighting a part of WW2 you hear little about in the U.K. a mix of live size displays, model battle scenes, films and wax figures the history of the invasion of Sicily is told. Very good, maybe a bit too much text in Italian.

Awesome. An excellent museum…read more Tons of explanatory material. A very interesting subject. We spent 1-1/2 hours here. You could easily spend more time. €6 for 2

Wow. Stunning. I saw the Nutcracker ballet and although the dancing wasn't as good as I expected…read morethe theatre itself was gorgeous and worth the ticket. Ushers were helpful in finding my seat even with the language barrier. Take note there is no bar for a refreshment or glass of wine at intermission but do take the time to walk around and explore the theater.

Castle on the coast for you to tour. Spectacular views of the coastline…read more Located in Acicastello, which is a little town (near Catania) along the coast not far from where we live. This castle is perched up high on a cliff and for a small fee offers a chance for you to enter. Great photo ops! A steep staircase from the piazza will take you up to the top. Don't miss it!

Great little arcade to take the kids. Babysitting available for around 5 euro per child while you…read moreshop for an hour. Best for kids under 6. I dropped my child off here and he enjoyed it. Train ride and a space for birthday parties.