Catania

Catania is Sicily’s second-largest city, at the foot of Mount Etna. Queer infrastructure revolves mainly around a sauna and cruising.

The scene

Le Terme di Achille on Via Tezzano is the city’s established gay sauna. In the evenings, Codice Rosso on Via Conte Ruggero is the meeting point for cruising.

When to go?

  • Thursday to Sunday: busiest at Codice Rosso

Tours & activities in Catania

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Practical tips

  • Bring cash and ID, as membership cards are often required
  • The sauna is open during the day, the cruising club only from 9pm

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Please check event dates with the organiser each year.

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Places in Catania

Nightlife

Fetish & Leather BarCodice RossoCruising bar · Catania CentroMen-only cruising club, open since 2005 and by its own account Sicily's first cruising bar. With a bar, darkrooms, cabins and slings.

Wellness

SaunaLe Terme di AchilleGay sauna · Catania CataniaTwo-storey gay sauna for men, in operation since 2005. With a Finnish sauna, steam room, hot tub, darkroom and lounge bar.

FAQ: Catania

Which gay bars and clubs are there in Catania?

The Atlas currently lists 1 bars and clubs in Catania, including Codice Rosso. Each listing has the address, opening hours and our take on the place.

Is there a gay sauna in Catania?

Yes, for example Le Terme di Achille.