Discover Nicolosi
Discover all there is to see and do in Nicolosi. Don't miss the best events, interesting places and curiosities related to the area.
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Explore Nicolosi
Ready to immerse yourself in the wonders and beauties of this city? Here's what you can explore.
Not to be missed in Nicolosi
Choose what to do among the events scheduled in Nicolosi. Do not miss the main social activities, the most important patronal feasts and all the festivals in the province of Catania.
Search all the adventures and tours available in Nicolosi and the Etna Park
Immerse yourself deeply in the rich culture, fascinating history and authentic traditions of Sicily like never before, living unforgettable experiences that will make you appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of this enchanting land with a thousand faces.
Useful tips for your holidays in Nicolosi
Follow our tips to better enjoy your holiday in Nicolosi. Discover new places, experience the Sicilian typicality that tells the culture of a people rich in traditions.
Discovering Nicolosi, the Gate of Etna
Nicolosi represents the ideal stopover for those wishing to explore the Etna Park between adventurous excursions and visits to the village's Volcanological Museum.
Why visit Nicolosi
Nicolosi, located in the province of Catania, is the ideal destination for those who want to spend a holiday at the foot of the Etna volcano, while remaining close to the sea, which is just over 15 km away.
Its geographical position allows you to move easily to visit the main places of Sicily, from the majestic Etna, with numerous excursions and guided tours for the Etna park, to the baroque villages located in the immediate vicinity. Nicolosi is one of the cities where the never stops, with numerous activities to do both in the winter period than in that Summer.
What to do in Nicolosi
In the vicinity of Nicolosi, at the Rifugio Sapienza, starting point for excursions to Etna, it is possible to access the ski slopes and the cable car, ideal for best experiencing Etna and its landscapes of incredible beauty by practicing the most popular ones winter sports.
During one's own holiday in Nicolosi you can visit numerous monuments and places of particular interest, including important religious buildings, such as the Monastery of San Nicolò, Mother Church of Nicolosi, Church of San Francesco di Paola. In this city it is also possible to find various cultural and historical destinations, such as the Volcanological museum and Museum of Peasant Civilization, able to capture the attention of enthusiasts and curious who want to know more about the Sicilian territory and its past.
You can't forget to visit Red Mountains, two volcanic cones formed during the 1669 eruption.
How to move in Nicolosi
Nicolosi is a small village that can be easily visited on foot. For those arriving from afar, however, you can find several parking areas, where you can leave your car and continue your tour through the suggestive streets of Nicolosi. Many of the main points of interest are close to each other, favoring individual walks to discover the Etna town.
How to get to Nicolosi
Thanks to the Sicilian motorways it is possible to reach Nicolosi starting from any point in Sicily with theauto and with the regional bus lines which, several times a day, cross the region connecting the various municipalities to each other. From Catania, the provincial capital, it is just 16 km away, easily reachable in just 20 minutes by car.
Catania Fontanarossa Airport is the closest airport, ideal for those who intend to arrive in Sicily and then go to Nicolosi.
Useful numbers
Common
095 7917011
Tourist Info
095 914488
Municipal police
095 911380
Emergency medical Service
095 914757
Quick Links
Municipality site
www.comune.nicolosi.ct.it
