Catania is the second city of Sicily. As it has been such a vital city in the region for centuries, there is understandably a great deal of history here. With Mount Etna looming large in the background, Catania takes on a uniquely Sicilian look and there is certainly much to explore in the city and beyond. Car rental in Catania allows visitors the chance to see the city at their own pace as well as to travel to nearby places of interest, such as Mount Etna, with ease. There is, of course, also the chance to see more of what Sicily itself has to offer.
Catania’s history stretches back to around 730 BC when it was a Greek settlement and examples of Greek architecture can be seen throughout the city. The Greek-Roman theatre originates from the 2nd century. The centre of Catania has also been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are many more examples of classic Greek and Roman architecture in Catania and fans of both culture and history will not be short of sites to explore. Hiring a car in Catania gives you the chance to see it all.
