Location: Caltagirone
Top Things to do in Caltagirone
- 1. Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte
- 2. Giardino Pubblico della Villa Comunale
- 3. Museo dei Cappuccini
- 4. Cattedrale di San Giuliano
- 5. Chiesa di santa Maria del Monte
- 6. Ponte di San Francesco
- 7. Museo Civico al Carcere Borbonico
- 8. Museo dei Presepi Tradizionali
- 9. Museo Diocesano Caltagirone
- 10. Chiesa di Santa Maria del Gesu
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The 10 Best Things to Do in Caltagirone, Italy
Caltagirone (Sicilian: Caltaggiruni) is a town and comune in the Metropolitan City of Catania, on the island (and region) of Sicily, southern Italy, about 70 kilometres (43 mi) southwest of Catania. It is bounded by the comuni of Acate, Gela, Grammichele, Licodia Eubea, Mazzarino, Mazzarrone, Mineo, Mirabella Imbaccari, Niscemi, Piazza Armerina, San Michele di Ganzaria.
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1. Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 828 reviews
Reviewed By FamilyofthreeSydney - Sydney
We spent an hour and a half exploring the appealing old town of Caltagirone on our way to Noto. Many of the buildings are decorated with ceramic tiles, and shops spill their vivid ceramics on to the pavements and stairs making it wonderfully vibrant. Yes you must climb the 142 steep steps of the Scalinata di Santa Maria del Monte and visit the Cathedral. We a delicious panino mid-way on the stairs and watched the world go by.
2. Giardino Pubblico della Villa Comunale
Overall Ratings
4 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By Betula103 - Australia
These sizeable public Gardens could be really beautiful however at present the area looks sadly neglected hence my 'average' rating. Also the public toilets were filthy. We went there in a little motorized tourist train which was fun. There is a food/coffee stall with outdoor Seating.
3. Museo dei Cappuccini
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Angela M - Seattle, Washington
We were on a Mission to find the Persepio museum, but the tourist info person misunderstood and sent us to this church instead. We ended up very glad he did! We were trying to figure out what door to enter, when a lovely gentleman unlocked the church, let us in, and started showing us around and explaining all of the important art and artifacts. I speak Italian well enough, though i did have a hard time understanding some of what the items were. We made due with my translating skills, and the monk that was showing us around was so nice! The highlight was the persepio in the basement that details the entire religion starting with Adam and Eve, then the life of Christ. It's all narrated in Italian, and the display lights up when discussing the different events. There's even a water feature, it was really quite impressive!
They do ask for a small donation, which we were more than happy to give for such a personalized tour and behind the scenes look at the church.
4. Cattedrale di San Giuliano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
5. Chiesa di santa Maria del Monte
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Betula103 - Australia
In 1608 a staircase was built to connect this church with one at the bottom of the town. It is a lovely old stone building and it is worth ascending the 142 steps to see it. There are also shops on the way up to visit and break your climb if you so desire.
6. Ponte di San Francesco
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By drudol - United States
i will admit i like most churches, mostly because each is so different from each other...this one has its own unique interior and i admire it greatly.
7. Museo Civico al Carcere Borbonico
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Betula103 - Australia
This was formerly a prison but is most attractive inside. There are many beautiful paintings by various artists from differing periods
8. Museo dei Presepi Tradizionali
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Maurizio M - Europe
We visited this Nativity museum as part of a tour of other Nativity scenes around Caltagirone, this was one of the best visited as it has on display many different Nativity scenes from all around the world.
9. Museo Diocesano Caltagirone
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Inside the Convent of the Friars Minor Conventual is placed the Diocesan Museum of Caltagirone. The exhibition in its three sections - Silver, Parati and Picture Gallery - offers the visitor, among other works, a Flemish painting of the fifteenth century. Attributed to Vrancke van der Stockt, depicting "The Throne of Grace, the Last Judgement and the Sufferings of the Virgin."
Reviewed By 33PatriciaG - Cambridge, United Kingdom
We didn't go into the museum, but for a small fee (kids free), you can visit the gorgeous little chapel. Lovely if you're passing by.
10. Chiesa di Santa Maria del Gesu
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
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