Services

Car rental

To reach the south slope, the refuges and the Etna towns a car is the most convenient solution. Here you find who to ask.

01 / Getting around

A car for Etna

Service offered by an independent operator: availability, prices and conditions are agreed directly with them.

  1. Choose the dateUse Plan the day to see when the weather is favourable.
  2. Ask for a quoteIndicate dates, pick-up and drop-off, number of people and luggage.
  3. Check the conditionsAsk about insurance, excess, deposit and whether winter tyres or chains are required on board.
  4. Pick-up and drop-offCheck where to pick up the car (Catania airport or elsewhere) and the opening hours.

02 / Tips

Good to know before leaving

To arrive without surprises.

Season and tyres

In winter, winter tyres or chains may be required on high-altitude roads: ask the rental provider.

Book in advance

On weekends and in high season cars run out: write or call a few days ahead.

Roads and access

Mountain roads may be closed or subject to ordinances (snow, ice, volcano activity). Before leaving check Etna today and ask the cable car or the Park.

Plan the day

Choose the day and route with Plan the day, then ask for availability for that date.

GP Etna Live only points to these services: it does not handle bookings or payments and is not a party to the contract between you and the service provider.

Do you have a car?

Also book parking near Catania airport