Cheap Flights to Gela

Located in Sicily’s Caltanissetta Province, Gela is a port town and also serves as an industrial hub. It used to be among the first Greek settlements of Sicily. The town with a vast coast stretch and industrial ambiance has many places of interest for tourists in Italy.

Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is what most people prefer for visiting Gela. This has some cheap flights to Gela and is located about 98 km from the city.

The Gela Archaeological Park is where you may start your tour of the city. It is here that you can explore some of the finest samples of typical Greek architecture. The Timoleon, with a history dating back to 4th century BC, is known for its unique construction technique. Just a few meters from the park, you can see the baths and its remains from Greek times. This complex had 3 dozen tanks with underground drainage as well as heating setup. The Acropolis Archaeological Park and ruins of Greek city are sheer visual delights.

In the old city’s main street stands the Church of San Biagio, a unique sample of Byzantine style architecture. This 11th century Church is now used as Town Library. It also houses Our Lady of Grace. The Church del Carmine with its amazing build style also attracts lots of tourists in Gela. Another notable religious edifice is the Church of the Rosary with its Baroque interior as well as a big bell tower. Inside the church, you will find a painting by regional painter Salvatore Solito.

In Piazza Umberto I, the Gela Cathedral stands tall with its neoclassical architecture. The dome, bell tower, sets of Doric and ionic columns make the edifice unique. Inside the Cathedral, you will find 19th century paintings by artists like Andrea Vaccaro and Giuseppe Tresca. After exploring the grand cathedral, you can head to Monastery of the cloister of St. Benedict. Tourists also throng the 17th century Church of St. Francis of Assisi. These ruins and old buildings along with cheap flights to Gela make it an attractive destination for travelers in Italy.

You can choose from beachside accommodations in Gela. However, for the convenience of sightseeing, you can pick from hotels in Gela situated in the older part of the city.