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Things to see in Randazzo (Italy): 30 places and when to go
Randazzo is a town in Italy, and this site lists 30 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (14), Mountains (11), Nature (7). The best known are Mount Etna, Santa Maria Assunta, Randazzo and Etna Park. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 37.8725, 14.9868
- Places
- 30 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (14) · Mountains (11) · Nature (7) · Museums and art (3) · History (3) · Temples (2)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- CTA Catania, 46 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Etna, at 3,403 m.
What to see in Randazzo
The places in and around Randazzo, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Mount EtnaActive stratovolcano on the east coast of Sicily, Italy14 km
- Santa Maria Assunta, RandazzoChurch building in Randazzo, Italy3.4 km
- Etna ParkProtected area14 km
- Grotta del GeloVolcanic cave of Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy7.6 km
- Mount MojoMountain in Italy6.8 km
- Francavilla AntiquariumItalian museum13 km
- Castello di Montalbano EliconaCastle in Montalbano Elicona, Italy17 km
- Cuba di Santa DomenicaNorman or Paleochristian rural chapel in Castiglione di Sicilia, Catania, Italy10 km
- Punta LuciaSummit12 km
- Riserva naturale orientata Bosco di MalabottaProtected area in Italy (EUAP1126)11 km
- Bivacco Area Attrezzata Forestale NaveMountains · Hiking8.0 km
- Bivacco forestale Giovanni SalettiMountains · Hiking4.5 km
- Bivacco Zucco NeroHiking6.9 km
- Caserma PitarroneMountains · Hiking9.3 km
- Opera dei PupiTypical sicilian marionette theatre3.9 km
- Donnafugata Cantina RandazzoWinery5 m
- Etna NordSki area9.8 km
- Macchia FlascioMountains · Hiking12 km
- Museo Civico di Scienze Naturali Angelo PrioloMuseum in Italy3.5 km
- Porta PuglieseCity gate in Randazzo, Italy3.5 km
- Rifugio Attilio CastrogiovanniMountains · Hiking11 km
- Rifugio CamisaHiking11 km
- Rifugio di Monte PalestraMountains · Hiking14 km
- Rifugio Forestale TrentasalmeMountains · Hiking8.9 km
And the other 6, by what you come to do:
- Mountains: Rifugio Monte Santa Maria, Rifugio Monte Scavo, Rifugio Timparossa
- Nature: The Chasm
- Hiking: Via Normanna - Tappa 14, Via Normanna - Tappa 15
When to go to Randazzo
The best time to visit Randazzo is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:39
- FebPossible10:35
- MarPossible11:42
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:03
- JunBest time14:37
- JulPossible14:23
- AugPossible13:28
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovPossible9:55
- DecPossible9:23
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23. In September, 29 of the 30 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Randazzo
The nearest main airport is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA, Catania), 46 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Mascali39 places24 km
- Messina19 places24 km
- Centuripe14 places35 km
- Capo d'Orlando15 places39 km
- Nizza di Sicilia6 places39 km
- Catania69 places42 km
And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Randazzo?
The best known: Mount Etna, Santa Maria Assunta, Randazzo, Etna Park, Grotta del Gelo, Mount Mojo. In all, 30 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Randazzo?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23.
How do you get to Randazzo?
The nearest main airport is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 46 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Randazzo as the destination and these 30 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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