Mount Etna Attractions & Activities - The Best Holiday Destinations for 2020
Mount Etna is a 3323m high active volcano in Sicily, Italy.
Understand
The mountain has an eerie volcanic landscape, with solidifed "rivers" of lava. It is used for skiing in winter, so be prepared for the cold at this altitude, even in summer. Even in good weather in summer, sometimes the top of the mountain is covered in cloud, especially during the afternoon, obscuring the wonderful views.
By bus
One bus a day runs to and from Catania and Nicolosi, to Rifugio Sapienza about 1400m below the summit on the south side, giving you enough time for a trip up the mountain and a wander.
By tour bus
Many agencies in Taormina offer organised trips to and around the mountain.
Tours can also be arranged by contacting:
the Parco Regionale dell'Etna, Via Etnea 107, Nicolosi, tel: +39 095 914588.
The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Mount Etna
