Sicily is unquestionably one of the most beautiful and fascinating islands in the entire Mediterranean, a sea full of beauty to offer, one of the most desired destinations for numerous tourists from all over the world. If your landing place should be Catania, then don’t hesitate to rely on RIM Autonoleggio to rent your favorite vehicle!

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Catania-Fontanarossa airport is firmly in the top 10 busiest airports nationwide, with the Catania-Rome route being actually the busiest in Italy for years. Your arrival in the city of Etna cannot know a better welcome than RIM Autonoleggio: a vast fleet of vehicles to choose from, a specialized team of operators who will take you from the airport directly to your car. Advantageous and clear conditions with no hidden prices whatsoever. All you will need to complete the rental transaction is a European or international driving license, an identification document and a credit card.

Renting a car, when you are presented with a quality service, is a winning choice that can guarantee you a peaceful and pleasant stay. Catania is a true metropolis, with its theaters, its history and its street food that is coveted throughout the world. Such a historic and magnificent city, with so many places of interest in its province, deserves to be explored with the utmost freedom.

Is it worth renting a car in Catania?

Renting a car in Catania means being able to comfortably explore the province at your own pace and without relying on public transport. And when the province includes dream locations such as Aci Trezza, Aci Castello, Acireale, Giardini Naxos and, above all, Taormina, it really is worth it. Taormina is a truly wonderful city, rich in history and culture that has survived ancient civilisations, represented at its best by the Greek theater. Exploring the Catania coastline means coming face to face with some of the most evocative landscapes in all of Italy!

Places to visit

The absolute first point of interest is Mount Etna, the volcano that characterizes Catania’s skyline par excellence. You can rely on the numerous guided tours in the city, or reach the Rifugio Sapienza from provincial road 92 from Nicolosi or Zafferana Etnea. Etna is still a very active volcano, so there will be many variables influencing your excursion.

Visiting Catania is quite easy, as its historical center is relatively small and perfectly walkable. Once you have parked your car, a good starting point for a walk could be the main square, Piazza Duomo. Here there is also the iconic lava elephant fountain, symbolizing the strength and resilience the city has shown over the years. The elephant is the symbol of the city, a legacy that derives from a legend dating back to the 12th century. If you enjoy visiting museums, the Belliniano museum is dedicated to perhaps Catania’s most famous son: composer Vincenzo Bellini. A short walk to the north-east will take you to another building dedicated to his memory, the opera house named after the artist.

Traffic info

As far as traffic is concerned, Catania’s ZTL is active 24 hours a day and covers the entire central area of the city, taking in, among others, some very famous streets such as Via A. di Sangiuliano. Access is only allowed to residents and emergency vehicles, with cameras carefully monitoring the entrances. The historic center, full of activities and easily accessible on foot, falls within the ZTL, while the seafront and surrounding areas are easily accessible by car. For accommodation and car parking, it is best to stay outside the center to avoid problems. Around the perimeter of the ZTL there are several paid car parks; prices, in any case, will always be quite cheap.

The city that is the birthplace of, among others, Giovanni Verga, Carmen Consoli and Franco Battiato, who resided in Milo, on the slopes of Etna, awaits you for your next visit. Whether you are here for the art, the sea, the culture, the street food or more simply for work, thanks to the professional and guaranteed assistance of RIM Autonoleggio, your stay will be unforgettable, but above all comfortable and convenient!