
Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive)
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 43 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) worth booking?
Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) is a 3-hour experience in Catania, Italy, from $84 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 43 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (43)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $84 per person
Skip the morning heat and join us for a relaxing 3hr walk in the backstreets of Catania. Your local guide will walk you around her favorite food spots to try the traditional street food, such as the baked cipollina, the horse meatballs, some tasty fish recipes and finally ends with the refreshing granita. This is an off the beaten path walking tour. You will try foods you would hardly find on your own like the super crispy crispellas or the horse meatballs! This is the ideal experience for adventurous travelers who want to discover the local culture and avoid touristy stuff! The local street food consists of snacks served in deli shops and eaten by hand. You'll get quality and quantity! NOT ONLY FOOD! We will also talk about history, traditions and daily habits, discussing both lights and shadows of living in Sicily. We will show you some interesting hidden spots in the city. Take it as a night tasty walk with your Catanese friend. You bring your smile, we'll bring the magic!
What you get
About this experience
Skip the morning heat and join us for a relaxing 3hr walk in the backstreets of Catania. Your local guide will walk you around her favorite food spots to try the traditional street food, such as the baked cipollina, the horse meatballs, some tasty fish recipes and finally ends with the refreshing granita. This is an off the beaten path walking tour. You will try foods you would hardly find on your own like the super crispy crispellas or the horse meatballs! This is the ideal experience for adventurous travelers who want to discover the local culture and avoid touristy stuff! The local street food consists of snacks served in deli shops and eaten by hand. You'll get quality and quantity! NOT ONLY FOOD! We will also talk about history, traditions and daily habits, discussing both lights and shadows of living in Sicily. We will show you some interesting hidden spots in the city. Take it as a night tasty walk with your Catanese friend. You bring your smile, we'll bring the magic!
What's included
Included
- Catania Insider Guide (PDF)
- Sit-down tasting of Catanese bbq
- Seasonal dessert
- Sicilian delis and fritters
- Sicilian Wine and beer
- Walking Tour guided by Local Expert
- Arancini special
Not included
- Extra food or drinks
What you'll see and do
Piazza del Duomo
Meeting and introductions
10 minutes here
A' Piscaria Mercato del Pesce
Dive into Catania culture
60 minutes here
Giardino Pacini
Pass by and admire
Pass by without stopping
Museo Civico Castello Ursino
Admire from outside
Pass by without stopping
Piazza Mazzini
Try a delicious cipollina in the beautiful square of Piazza Mazzini
30 minutes here
Via dei Crociferi
A slow walk along the elegant Church street while learning fascinating stories
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Catania
Please stand in Piazza del Duomo 3, Catania (main door of Palazzo dei Chierici). Your guide will be carrying a red bag with Streaty logo printed on. MAKE SURE YOU READ THE ADDITIONAL INFO BEFORE BOOKING.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Streaty Food Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for Pescatarians, Vegetarians, Vegans and people allergic to Gluten and Dairy products.
- MUST KNOW: Traditional Sicilian street food is heavy, fried and full of carbs :)
- HIGH RISK OF NUT CONTAMINATION
- Not suitable for travellers with limited standing and walking capacity
- We have a strict 10 minute wait policy at the meeting point.
Photos






What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 43 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
43 verified traveler reviews for Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing food and history of the Island of Sicily
My wife and I booked the tour for our first night in Catania to experience the local food. It ended up just being my wife and I for the tour. Our guide was Giuseppe and he was excellent. He took his time to tell us about each stop, the food we were indulging in and its significance to Catania. You can tell he has not only a passion for food, but for the history of Sicily. I would recommend everyone to try this food tour and request Giuseppe! He even gave suggestions for our visit to Ortigia.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re delighted that Giuseppe made your first night in Catania so special, taking the time to share the stories behind each dish and the history and traditions of Sicily. His passion for food and culture really shines through, and we’re happy his tips for Ortigia were useful too. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Giuseppe. Streaty adventures in Catania, Naples, Rome, Syracuse, Venice, Bari, Bologna, Turin, and many other cities. Warm greetings from Sicily, and we hope to welcome you again on another Streaty adventure!
via Tripadvisor
Great intro to Catania
Easy instructions for pick up, good amount of food and local history included. Such a good introduction to Catania.
Response from the operator: Dear foodie friend, thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re happy to hear that the meeting instructions were clear and that you enjoyed the generous selection of local food along with the history and stories of Catania. We love knowing that the tour gave you such a good introduction to the city, combining its street food, culture and local atmosphere. We hope to welcome you again on another Streaty adventure in Catania, Naples, Rome, Syracuse, Venice, Bari, Bologna, Turin and many other cities, with a big hug from the Streaty crew!
via Tripadvisor
Catania food at night!
Barbara was terrific! Knowledgeable and entertaining. The food stops were great and gave us a true taste of Catania!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that Barbara was terrific and that her knowledge and entertaining personality made your evening in Catania so enjoyable. We’re especially happy that you loved the food stops and felt they gave you a true taste of Catania — that’s exactly what we aim for! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Barbara. We hope to see you again on another Streaty adventure in Catania, Naples, Rome, Syracuse, Venice, Bari, Bologna, Turin and many other cities, with a big hug from the Streaty crew!
via Tripadvisor
Great tour
Barbara was a excellent guide
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Barbara was an excellent guide and made your evening in Catania special. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you again on another Streaty adventure in Catania, Naples, Rome, Syracuse, Venice, Bari, Bologna, Turin and many other cities, with a big hug from the Streaty crew!
via Tripadvisor
10/10 would recommend
Barbara is an amazing guide! Had a great night!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your fantastic review Emily! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great night exploring Catania with Barbara. It’s wonderful to know that her energy and passion made your experience even more enjoyable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her! We hope to welcome you again for another Streaty adventure in Catania, Palermo, Syracuse, Naples, Rome, Venice, Bari, Bologna, Turin and many other cities! A big hug from the Streaty crew!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Streaty Food Tours, who run 12 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 74.0 and 3 in the 90+ Club.
See everything Streaty Food Tours runsWhy this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Catania.
How much does Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) cost?
+
Prices start at $84 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Catania usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) take?
+
Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Catania is not rushed.
Is Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 43 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Catania, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive)?
+
Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive)?
+
Around 15 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Catania can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Catania and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Catania within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Catania?
+
On Outty we rank every Catania experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Catania Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better, Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide, Tour Etna and Wine Tasting. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Catania?
+
Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Catania?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive)?
+
Included: Catania Insider Guide (PDF); Sit-down tasting of Catanese bbq; Seasonal dessert; Sicilian delis and fritters; and Sicilian Wine and beer. Not included: Extra food or drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive)?
+
Please stand in Piazza del Duomo 3, Catania (main door of Palazzo dei Chierici). Your guide will be carrying a red bag with Streaty logo printed on. MAKE SURE YOU READ THE ADDITIONAL INFO BEFORE BOOKING. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) offered in?
+
It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive)?
+
Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) wheelchair or stroller accessible?
+
The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive) if the weather is bad?
+
This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive)?
+
Across 43 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Small-Group Street Food Tour of Catania by Night (All-Inclusive).
Pick your date



