Traveling to Catania with Kids
If you're planning a vacation in Catania with kids, they will have a wonderful time in Sicily, even without a special entertainment program. Your child can enjoy playing in the warm sea, building sandcastles on the beach, and savoring fresh seafood, fruits, vegetables, and high-quality cheeses. The sea air will also strengthen their immune system and have a positive impact on their overall health.
Best Time to Visit Catania with Kids
The best time for a family vacation in Catania is May-June or September. During this time, the weather is not too hot and humid in Sicily.
Family-Friendly Hotels
Many hotels in Catania are suitable for family vacations with children. For example, the Holiday Club Giardini Naxos has a kids' club and a playground in a green park. Babysitting services are available for an additional fee. Almost all hotels have animators who entertain children with fun contests and games.
Activities for Kids in Catania
- Outdoor Activities
- Toy Museum
- Etnaland Amusement Park
If your child is of school age, you can go fishing or try diving together.
Visiting the Toy Museum near Cathedral Square can be interesting. It showcases a huge collection of dolls, toy trains, and ceramic figurines.
The most exciting place for excursions from Catania with kids is the Etnaland amusement park. This outdoor entertainment complex is located near Belpasso. It features various rides (including water attractions), spa areas with waterfalls and jacuzzis, a prehistoric dinosaur park, a zoo, a cable car, and a laser show area. The entrance fee is 25 EUR for adults, while children under 1 meter tall enter for free. The official website of the complex at the foot of Mount Etna is: http://www.etnaland.eu.
