The apartment is in a historic building with corresponding advantages and disadvantages. The apartment is characterful and indivdually furnished in traditional style. There are 70 steps to reach it on the top floor and another 20 up to the bedroom but the rooftop terrace has a wonderful view of the city domes and the sea (and Etna from the small very top terrace). The location is good, only 5 minutes from the cathedral and university squares, although the noise from Via V Emmanuele traffic does reach the top floor. Marcello and Claudio were very friendly and helpful and provided excellent local information.