Climbing an active volcano, sailing while listening to fantastic stories , taking a walk through history or enjoying an entertaining puppet show. These are just some of the experiences you can have in Catania with the little ones. But there are many others that will make your stay in the city unforgettable.
Here are some of the best things to do in Catania if you are travelling with children. Although, I'll tell you right now that it can be a bit tiring, so you'll have to recover your strength with a good ice cream. A great plan, don't you think? Mount Etna is the main protagonist of Catania's landscape.
Climbing this enormous volcano is an adventure for children. Besides, there are many ways to get to know it. If they are small, there are very accessible trails that lead to the Silvestri craters from the Sapienza Refuge, located at an altitude of 1, metres. But if there is one thing that excites children, it is going up the Etna cable car. From there, and in 4x4 vehicles, you can get almost to the top of the volcano. In addition, there are day trips to Etna specially designed to entertain and teach the little ones.
By the way, Etna can be climbed at any time of the year , so you can include it in your plans to enjoy Catania at Christmas or during the winter. Although it is the highest active volcano in Europe, only in exceptional conditions, such as when there is a risk due to its activity, is it forbidden to climb to the summit. You also have the option of discovering Etna in another way: by train. The Circumetnea is a historic railway that circles the mountain and passes through spectacular villages and landscapes.
It is a great way to discover this natural treasure with your family and enjoy a truly unforgettable journey, especially if you are travelling with very young children. Book a day trip to Mount Etna from Catania. You can choose between a day trip to Mount Etna from Catania or a half-day trip.
