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Catania, story of a phoenix

Duration: 2h
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Guru: Fabrizio
Quality Verified Registered on February 15, 2021

Since 2015 I have been working as a tour leader, organizing tours in Sicily and Southern Italy: initially for groups of Spanish and Italian tourists, in the last three years for the Latin American market (Argentines, Brazilians, Uruguayans, etc.). Devourer of history and archeology books since I was little, I am passionate about Mediterranean art and culture. Proud of my Sicilian roots, I love to convey to travelers my love and passion for a unique land, Sicily.

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    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Do you want to know an unprecedented Catania?

In this unique and original tour, we will walk through the streets less traveled by tourists and weave the history of the monuments to the most outstanding historical facts of the second largest city in Sicily.
Rebuilt more than seven times , after eruptions, wars and earthquakes, Catania has managed to be reborn, like a phoenix , more beautiful than ever.
Between imposing and sumptuous buildings, we will discover the history of the Sicilian Baroque , an expression of the return to life, the joy of living and overcoming the horror of the catastrophic earthquake of 1693 .
We will learn the history of Águeda , patron saint of the city, and Vincenzo Bellini, the greatest exponent of Italian "bel canto".
We will get to know the vestiges of its medieval past , and also the heritage of its Greco- Roman origins .
The explanation will be enriched with anecdotes about popular traditions and customs, legends and myths, Sicilian lifestyle, etc.

For all this the suggested price is €12 per person. If this makes you hesitate, take a look at the opinions! (Keep in mind that we pay a commission for each reservation, which we have to deduct from your tip).

Important information for the traveler

  • The duration of the tour is approximately 2 hours and the route consists of 2.3 km.
  • The tour does not include the three main squares (Duomo, Università and Stesicoro), which I recommend you visit before or after our walk. I will also give you some information.


Also available to do other times or dates that are not scheduled, upon request. Check my availability by private message.

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  • Meeting point:
    Piazza Vincenzo Bellini, 95131 Catani...
    Piazza Vincenzo Bellini, 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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    Piazza Vincenzo Bellini

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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4.73
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4.91
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4.93
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Pina 13 Dec 2022
Lima

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Travelled in group - Dec 2022
Fabrizio is the best guru guide we've met: fun, his attitude is sooo friendly, very honest, he knows absolutely of what he is talking about, perfect spanish: we were very lucky having him as our guide today. Thank you, Fabrizio.
Jose 10 Dec 2022
Alcala de Henares

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Travelled in couple - Dec 2022
Fantastico
Andrea 22 Nov 2022

Ho fatto il tour con Fabrizio al mio primo giorno a Catania. Consiglio a tutti, soprattutto se interessati anche ad angoli della città che non fanno necessariamente parte del solito giro turistico. Apprezzatissimi anche i suggerimenti su dove mangiare bene e a poco. 🙂
Ana Garcia 15 Aug 2022

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Travelled in couple - Aug 2022
Muy buena experiencia con Fabrizio , lo explicó todo fenomenal y se hizo muy ameno el tour. Un 10. Gracias
Chiara 11 Aug 2022
Nocera Superiore

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Travelled in couple - Aug 2022
Professionale, simpatico e coinvolgente. Racconta in maniera esaustiva per più di due ore
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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