Just a stroll from the city centre and a 10-minute drive from the airport, Catania Cruise Port is considered the crossroad of major cruise itineraries thanks to its position in the middle of the Mediterranean, equidistant from Suez Canal, Gibraltar and all African and European ports. Both a transit and turnaround port, Catania Cruise Port is conveniently located near the town center, along the waterfront, and can safely accommodate even the latest generation of large cruise ships in its docks in the Sporgente Centrale pier, reserved exclusively for cruises. Catania is Sicily’s second-biggest city, located on its eastern coast, facing the Ionian Sea, in a strategic position that encourages visits to many close historical sites and well-known seaside cities, such as the romantic Taormina and the white Syracuse. The mild weather and the little rainfall make it an ideal destination for tourism throughout the year, and the presence of a strong territorial tourist armor, made up of a lively and modern network of transport, accommodation facilities and available activities, make it perfect for the construction of pre and post cruise packages.