The Acireale center point is approximately the area of Saint Peter's Basilica and 4 miles north of Norman Castle.
Below are reviews of the city of Acireale, Italy from an actual visitor's perspective.
The rustic charm and history and easy distance to Etna, Taormina and Syracuse
Acireale is great. Nice little town, with so many nice buildings (churches, etc), and lots of food options. More interesting than Catania.