Venue Information

Location

Venue:Palazzo Corrado Alvaro

Address:

Piazza Italia, 89125 Reggio Calabria (RC), Italy

Venue Overview

Piazza Italia is one of the most prominent and elegant public squares in the heart of Reggio Calabria. Surrounded by historic architecture, cultural institutions, and administrative buildings, the square serves as a central hub for civic life and cultural events. Its refined setting and central location make it an ideal venue for hosting international scientific gatherings such as the 4th International Conference on Catalysis and Chemical Engineering (CatScience 2026).

Location

Located in the city center of Reggio Calabria, Piazza Italia is within walking distance of the city’s main attractions, hotels, restaurants, and the famous seaside promenade. The venue enjoys a remarkable Mediterranean setting, overlooking the Strait of Messina, with panoramic views of Sicily and Mount Etna. This unique geographical position, between the Ionian Sea and the Aspromonte mountains, offers participants a memorable and inspiring environment.

Conference Setting

Hosting CatScience 2026 at Piazza Italia places the conference at the cultural and historical core of Reggio Calabria. The venue combines accessibility, architectural charm, and a vibrant urban atmosphere, providing an excellent setting for scientific exchange, networking, and collaboration within an internationally engaging Mediterranean context.

Travel Information

Getting to Reggio Calabria

Reggio Calabria is well connected and easily accessible by air, rail, road, and sea. Participants can choose from multiple convenient travel options to reach the city.

By Plane

Reggio Calabria is served by Tito Minniti Airport (Reggio Calabria Airport), located approximately 8 km from the city center near the Ravagnese district. The airport operates flights from major Italian cities. Ground transportation to the city is available via ATAM bus services and by train from the Reggio Calabria Airport Railway Station.

Alternatively, participants may fly into Lamezia Terme International Airport, located about 130 km from Reggio Calabria. From Lamezia Terme, Reggio Calabria can be reached by train or by shuttle services such as Starbus.

By Car

Reggio Calabria can be reached by car via the A2 Autostrada del Mediterraneo when traveling from northern Italy. Those arriving from the southern regions can use the SS106 Jonica State Road, which runs along the Ionian coast and connects several regions, including Puglia, Basilicata, and Calabria.

By Train

The city is well connected by rail, with Reggio Calabria Centrale and Reggio Calabria Piazza Garibaldi railway stations served by national and regional trains. Public transportation services connect the stations to all parts of the city, including the conference venue area.

By Ship

Reggio Calabria has an active port offering ferry connections, particularly to Messina and the Aeolian Islands, especially during the summer season. Additional ferry services operate from nearby Villa San Giovanni, providing frequent crossings to Sicily.

General Information

Safety

Reggio Calabria is considered a safe city for visitors. Public areas and transportation hubs are well monitored. As in any city, participants are advised to take standard precautions with personal belongings.

Currency

The official currency in Italy is the Euro (€). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, though small amounts of cash may be useful for local cafés or small shops.

Language

The official language is Italian. English is commonly spoken in hotels, tourist areas, and academic settings, making communication generally easy for international visitors.

Transportation

Reggio Calabria offers public transportation services including buses operated by ATAM. Taxis are also available. The compact city center allows many locations, including the venue, to be reached on foot.

Local Cuisine

Reggio Calabria is known for its distinctive Calabrian cuisine. Participants are encouraged to try local specialties such as fresh seafood, ’nduja, Calabrian pasta dishes, and traditional desserts. Numerous restaurants and cafés are located near the venue.

Cultural Tips

Italian culture values courtesy and personal interaction. Greeting with a polite “Buongiorno” or “Buonasera” is customary. Meal times may be later than in some countries, and dining is often a relaxed, social experience.

City Attraction

• Riace Bronzes (MArRC)
• Aragonese Castle
• Lungomare Falcomatà
• Scilla
• Aspromonte National Park
• Reggio Calabria Cathedral
• Pentedattilo
• Gerace
• Locri Epizefiri Archaeological Park
• Costa Viola