Acireale [ˌatʃireˈaːle] (Sicilian: Jaciriali; locally shortened to Jaci or Aci) is a coastal city and comune in the north-east of the province of Catania, Sicily, Italy, at the foot of Mount Etna, on the coast facing the Ionian Sea. It is a diocese, famous for its churches, including the Neo-Gothic St. Peter's Basilica, St. Sebastian's Basilica in the Sicilian Baroque style, and the 17th century Acireale Cathedral, and a seminary, for the training of priests. Acireale is also noted for its art and paintings: the oldest academy in Sicily, the "Accademia dei Dafnici e degli Zelanti", is located here.

Planning a vacation to Acireale in Italy? This vacation planner will provide you with all the essential information you need. When planning a trip to Acireale, make sure you visit its near-by prime city of Catania. Catania, is a worth visiting city owing to its prime attractions like Caltagirone, Mount Etna, Piazza Duomo. Also, to reach Acireale, you'll have to take a flight to Catania; so its not really a detour. And even if it is, the city is worth paying at least a quick visit. 1-2 days is an ideal duration of visit to Acireale.

Acireale is an affair to remember, follow this apt itinerary of the place and return home with a bunch of memories.