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Bologna & Catania in 13 days

6 sightseeing days in Bologna, a dedicated relocation day, then 6 days in Catania. Includes Basilica di San Domenico and Basilica Maria Santissima dell'Elemosina, with guide-listed dining suggestions.

Adapted from community travel guides · Researched Sources & notes

The stops are drawn from the guides below; daily order, times and durations are our suggested adaptation. Available map pins are approximate, not provider-verified; missing coordinates remain unset. Prices are left unknown; check tickets, opening hours and transport before booking.

Route data adapted from Wikivoyage contributors, with our own selection and suggested timing; shared under CC BY-SA 4.0. Source pages link to contributor histories. This is an editorial multi-day schedule; the source community has not rated this itinerary.

  • Stay in Bologna for the first 6 sightseeing days; move to Catania on day 7, then stay for 6 sightseeing days. Book accommodation in both bases rather than returning each night.
  • The 838 km figure is approximate straight-line separation, not transit distance. The relocation day reserves room for travel and check-in without promising a direct service or a same-day connection. Verify the journey before booking this two-base plan.
  • City visits and restaurants are adapted from the linked retained community-guide material, not newly verified opening hours, live menus or first-hand visits. Suggested times are editable planning blocks. Check closures, reservations, accessibility and dietary needs.
  • Cover photo shows the first city. Original source and photo credits remain attached. Adapted community route selections retain CC BY-SA 4.0 attribution; source research dates remain in the individual stop and dining notes.
5 local dining picks added to this itineraryDining sources

These picks have positive travel-guide coverage or a named professional recommendation; they are not live customer ratings. Suggested times are not reservations. Confirm service days, dietary needs and prices. Other days remain open for your own food discoveries.

  • Day 1 · Ristorante Al Pappagallo — Vegetarian, traditional. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s local popularity. Wikivoyage contributors ↗
  • Day 2 · Ristorante Teresina — Traditional. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s food or dining experience positively. Wikivoyage contributors ↗
  • Day 3 · Ristorante Diana — Traditional, regional. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s local popularity. Wikivoyage contributors ↗
  • Day 8 · Sicilia in Bocca — Pizza. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s food or dining experience positively. Wikivoyage contributors ↗
  • Day 9 · Trattoria Il Mare — Seafood. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s food or dining experience positively. Wikivoyage contributors ↗

Sources checked 2026-10-30. Community-guide dining data is adapted from Wikivoyage contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0; source pages link to contributor histories.

Bologna & Catania itinerary: 13 days at a glance

Review the original daily plan before editing below. Times and durations are suggested planning blocks; dining stops are not reservations. Your personal edits appear in the editor and downloads.

Day 1: Bologna: Basilica di San Domenico & International museum and library of music

  • · Basilica di San Domenico · 90 min
  • · Transfer to International museum and library of music · 30 min
  • · International museum and library of music · 120 min
  • · Dinner: Ristorante Al Pappagallo (Vegetarian, traditional) · 150 min

Day 2: Bologna: Tombe dei Glossatori & Torre Prendiparte

  • · Tombe dei Glossatori · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Torre Prendiparte · 30 min
  • · Torre Prendiparte · 75 min
  • · Dinner: Ristorante Teresina (Traditional) · 75 min

Day 3: Bologna: Giardino della Montagnola & Finestrella di Via Piella

  • · Giardino della Montagnola · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Finestrella di Via Piella · 30 min
  • · Finestrella di Via Piella · 75 min
  • · Dinner: Ristorante Diana (Traditional, regional) · 75 min

Day 4: Bologna: Palazzo del Podestà & Palazzo Re Enzo

  • · Palazzo del Podestà · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Palazzo Re Enzo · 30 min
  • · Palazzo Re Enzo · 75 min

Day 5: Bologna: Fontana di Nettuno & Palazzo d'Accursio

  • · Fontana di Nettuno · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Palazzo d'Accursio · 30 min
  • · Palazzo d'Accursio · 75 min

Day 6: Bologna: Scavi Romani di biblioteca salaborsa & Collezioni Comunali d'Arte

  • · Scavi Romani di biblioteca salaborsa · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Collezioni Comunali d'Arte · 30 min
  • · Collezioni Comunali d'Arte · 75 min

Day 7: Bologna → Catania: travel and check-in

  • · Relocate: Bologna → Catania · 600 min

Day 8: Catania: Basilica Maria Santissima dell'Elemosina & Monastero dei Benedettini di San Nicolò l'Arena

  • · Basilica Maria Santissima dell'Elemosina · 90 min
  • · Transfer to Monastero dei Benedettini di San Nicolò l'Arena · 30 min
  • · Monastero dei Benedettini di San Nicolò l'Arena · 75 min
  • · Dinner: Sicilia in Bocca (Pizza) · 75 min

Day 9: Catania: Giardino Bellini & Anfiteatro Romano

  • · Giardino Bellini · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Anfiteatro Romano · 30 min
  • · Anfiteatro Romano · 75 min
  • · Dinner: Trattoria Il Mare (Seafood) · 75 min

Day 10: Catania: Piazza del Duomo & Terme Achilliane

  • · Piazza del Duomo · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Terme Achilliane · 30 min
  • · Terme Achilliane · 120 min

Day 11: Catania: Cattedrale di Sant'Agata & Museo Diocesano

  • · Cattedrale di Sant'Agata · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Museo Diocesano · 30 min
  • · Museo Diocesano · 75 min

Day 12: Catania: Palazzo degli Elefanti & Palazzo dell'Università

  • · Palazzo degli Elefanti · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Palazzo dell'Università · 30 min
  • · Palazzo dell'Università · 75 min

Day 13: Catania: Palazzo dei Chierici & Palazzo Biscari

  • · Palazzo dei Chierici · 75 min
  • · Transfer to Palazzo Biscari · 30 min
  • · Palazzo Biscari · 75 min

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Day 1
  • 09:3090m
    Piazza di San Dominico

    Check visitor access and worship times; follow site-specific dress and photography rules. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Bologna

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.62 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:00120m
    Strada Maggiore, 34

    Check admission, timed-entry availability and the current exhibition or visitor route. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 18:00150m
    Dining
    Piazza della Mercanzia, 3

    Vegetarian, traditional. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s local popularity. Suggested dining time, not a booking. Confirm service days, availability, dietary needs and current menu prices before travelling. Guide-listed service: Sun–Thu 11:00–23:00, Fri Sat 11:00–02:00. Recheck with the restaurant. About 0.3 km straight-line from the preceding stop; allow transit or taxi time as needed, not a measured walking route. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Dining source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (checked 2026-10-30). Guide recommendations are not live customer star ratings. Wikivoyage revision 5395537; selection and timing adapted under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 2
  • 09:3075m
    Piazza San Domenico e Piazza Malpighi

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Bologna

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.69 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Bologna

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 19:3075m
    Dining
    Via Guglielmo Oberdan, 4

    Traditional. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s food or dining experience positively. Suggested dining time, not a booking. Confirm service days, availability, dietary needs and current menu prices before travelling. Guide-listed service: Mon–Sat 12:30-14:30, 19:30-22:30, closed Sun. Recheck with the restaurant. About 0.2 km straight-line from the preceding stop; allow transit or taxi time as needed, not a measured walking route. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Dining source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (checked 2026-10-30). Guide recommendations are not live customer star ratings. Wikivoyage revision 5395537; selection and timing adapted under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 3
  • 09:3075m
    Piazza VIII Agosto

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Bologna

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.46 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Bologna

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 18:0075m
    Dining
    Via dell'Indipendenza 24

    Traditional, regional. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s local popularity. Suggested dining time, not a booking. Confirm service days, availability, dietary needs and current menu prices before travelling. Service hours need confirmation. About 0.2 km straight-line from the preceding stop; allow transit or taxi time as needed, not a measured walking route. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Dining source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (checked 2026-10-30). Guide recommendations are not live customer star ratings. Wikivoyage revision 5395537; selection and timing adapted under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 4
  • 09:3075m
    Piazza Maggiore, 1

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Bologna

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.04 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Piazza del Nettuno 1/c

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 5
  • 09:3075m
    Bologna

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Bologna

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.01 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Piazza Maggiore 6

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 6
  • 09:3075m
    Piazza Nettuno, 3

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Bologna

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.04 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Piazza Maggiore 6

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bologna (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 7
  • 08:00600m
    Bologna → Catania

    Dedicated relocation day from Bologna to Catania; no transport is booked. The city centres are approximately 838 km apart in a straight line, not a measured road or rail route. Choose and book a suitable flight, train, bus or ferry; confirm operating days, total door-to-door time, luggage rules and arrival before making reservations. This full-day block is reserved time, not a timetable. Move the following day if your journey needs longer.

Day 8
  • 09:3090m
    Via Etnea 23

    Check visitor access and worship times; follow site-specific dress and photography rules. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Catania

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.6 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Piazza Dante, 32

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 18:0075m
    Dining
    Via Beato Cardinale G.B. Dusmet, 35

    Pizza. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s food or dining experience positively. Suggested dining time, not a booking. Confirm service days, availability, dietary needs and current menu prices before travelling. Service hours need confirmation. About 0.8 km straight-line from the preceding stop; allow transit or taxi time as needed, not a measured walking route. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Dining source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (checked 2026-10-30). Guide recommendations are not live customer star ratings. Wikivoyage revision 5397133; selection and timing adapted under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 9
  • 09:3075m
    Catania

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Catania

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.45 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Piazza Stesicoro

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 19:3075m
    Dining
    7 Via San Michele

    Seafood. Community guide highlights this restaurant’s food or dining experience positively. Suggested dining time, not a booking. Confirm service days, availability, dietary needs and current menu prices before travelling. Guide-listed service: Tue-Sun 12:30-15:00, 19:30-23:00. Recheck with the restaurant. Route distance is unknown; check travel time and the entrance. Map pin unavailable; use the address to locate the restaurant. Dining source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (checked 2026-10-30). Guide recommendations are not live customer star ratings. Wikivoyage revision 5397133; selection and timing adapted under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 10
  • 09:3075m
    Catania

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Catania

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.02 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:00120m
    Via Etnea 8

    Check weather and access conditions; arrange any required ferry or return transport separately. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 11
  • 09:3075m
    Piazza del Duomo

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Catania

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.08 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Via Etnea 8

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 12
  • 09:3075m
    Catania

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Catania

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.07 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Piazza Università

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Day 13
  • 09:3075m
    Catania

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

  • 12:0030m
    Catania

    Estimated transfer allowance between visits (0.27 km straight-line distance, not road distance). Check walking, transit, ferry or taxi options before travelling; allow a meal break before the 15:00 visit.

  • 15:0075m
    Via Museo Biscari, 10 - 16

    Use this as a flexible sightseeing stop; check current visitor access before setting dates. Approximate map pin; confirm the entrance. Source: Wikivoyage contributors, https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Catania (CC BY-SA 4.0). Selection and timing adapted; route data shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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