Caltagirone

What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts

Caltagirone

State: CT - Area: Central Sicily

Caltagirone is world famous for the handcrafted production of ceramics. Due to this peculiarity it is known as the city of ceramics, fortress of jars, hill of vases, or as a land of clay.
The city is situated in a scenic amphitheater-like position between the Iblei and Erei mountains and dominates the plain of Catania and Gela.
The traces of its millenary history embellish tourist routes and itineraries thanks to an archaeological, artistic and architectural heritage of considerable value.
Caltagirone is a UNESCO heritage together with the other seven late Baroque cities of the Val di Noto.

What is the best time to visit Caltagirone?

Caltagirone can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Caltagirone during the year.

If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.

What to see in Caltagirone

Polizzi Palace in Caltagirone

Diocesan Museum in Caltagirone

Church of San Pietro in Caltagirone

Sanctuary of SS. Crucifix of the Relief in Caltagirone

Sanctuary of Madonna del Ponte in Caltagirone

Maria SS del Ponte Church in Caltagirone

Jacona della Motta Villa in Caltagirone

Reserve of the Bosco di San Pietro in Caltagirone

Aquila Palace in Caltagirone

Museum of Historic Villas in Caltagirone

Ventimiglia Palace in Caltagirone

Masseria Silvestri in Caltagirone

Sant'Elia Palace in Caltagirone

Crescimanno d’Albafiorita Palace in Caltagirone

Saleri House in Caltagirone

Gravina Pace Palace in Caltagirone

Spadaro Libertini Palace a Caltagirone

Church of San Bonaventura in Caltagirone

Exhibition of Sicilian Puppets in Caltagirone

Basilica of San Giacomo in Caltagirone

Cathedral of Caltagirone

Museum of Ceramics of Caltagirone

Nativity Museum of Caltagirone

Photography and Whistle Museum in Caltagirone

Sturzo House Museum in Caltagirone

Capuchin Convent in Caltagirone

Church of San Francesco di Paola in Caltagirone

Staircase of Caltagirone

San Francesco Bridge in Caltagirone

Diocesan Museum of Caltagirone

Luigi Sturzo Civic Museum in Caltagirone

Public Garden of Caltagirone

Luigi Sturzo Gallery in Caltagirone

Caltagirone Teatrino

Church of Santa Maria del Monte in Caltagirone

Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Caltagirone

Things to do

Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show, Concerts,... Caltagirone

Christmas markets in Caltagirone
Dec 2024 - Jan 2025

Christmas in Caltagirone
22 Dec 2024 - 5 Jan 2025

Living Nativity in Caltagirone
Dec 2024

Christmas in Borgo Santo Pietro - Caltagirone
Dec 2024

Easter in Caltagirone
Apr 2025

Scala infiorata a Caltagirone - Festa Madonna Conadomini
Jun 2025

Caltagirone Jazz Festival
Jul 2025

Caltagirone Film Fest
Jul 2025

Feast of San Giacomo in Caltagirone - Illuminated Staircase
Jul 2025

Illuminated staircase in Caltagirone
Jul 2025

IlluminAria Festival in Caltagirone
Aug 2025

Feast of Maria SS del Ponte in Caltagirone
Aug 2025

Feast of San Giovanni in Granieri - Caltagirone
Aug 2025

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What to eat in Caltagirone

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Caltagirone

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.

To view a list of business activity within tourism in Caltagirone Click here

Interesting and Fun Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Caltagirone

Caltagirone whistles
The whistle is the oldest sound toy in the world. The Caltagirone terracotta whistle contains art, history and ancient traditions.

"Coppo": ancient tradition of Caltagirone
On the occasion of special events, the Caltagirone staircase is artistically illuminated in accordance with a centuries-old tradition.

Apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Caltagirone
The miraculous apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary took place in the place where today stands the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Ponte in Caltagirone.

"Historic Villas of Caltagirone" itinerary
“Historic Villas of Caltagirone” is a guided itinerary to discover the historic villas of the city.

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