Nicolosi
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Area: Catania and Etna
Nicolosi is traditionally considered the Gate of Etna thanks to its strategic position which makes it a privileged access point to the volcano.
Its history is intimately linked to that of Etna: the eruptions of 1536 and 1537 and the earthquake of 1542 they destroyed the small Etna village built around the ancient monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena. Later the new town was rebuilt further downstream.
Thanks to the mild climate and healthy air, Nicolosi today represents a splendid holiday resort and an ideal tourist destination.
Its history is intimately linked to that of Etna: the eruptions of 1536 and 1537 and the earthquake of 1542 they destroyed the small Etna village built around the ancient monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena. Later the new town was rebuilt further downstream.
Thanks to the mild climate and healthy air, Nicolosi today represents a splendid holiday resort and an ideal tourist destination.
Things to do
Tour, Experience, Tastings,...
Etna Volcano
Etna Volcano: Guided Tour
Mount Etna: Roundtrip Cable Car and 4x4 Bus Ticket
Climb to the summit of Mount Etna with your priority access roundtrip cable car ticket. Tour the volcano at an altitude of 9,500 feet aboard a unique 4x4 bus and walk around with a volcano guide.
Etna by Mountain Bike off-the-beaten-track
Fully personalized, private MTB tours within the Etna National Park
Mount Etna
Guided tours, trekking, tickets and day trips to Mount Etna and near the volcano's craters
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Nicolosi
You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.
Arancino from Catania
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Interesting Facts
Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Nicolosi
Where to stay
Best Offers of Vacation Rental, hotel, B&B where to sleep in Nicolosi
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Nicolosi. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Pedara
Catania and Etna
San Pietro Clarenza
Catania and Etna
Trecastagni
Catania and Etna
Belpasso
Catania and Etna
Tremestieri Etneo
Catania and Etna
Viagrande
Catania and Etna