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What to see in Taormina.

Places we recommend — a short walk from the Inn, and a little further afield.

Piazza IX Aprile in Taormina, with its checkerboard paving, clock tower and baroque church
Piazza IX Aprile · five minutes from the Inn

Ancient Theatre of Taormina10 min on foot

A Greek amphitheatre from the 3rd century BC, with views of Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea. Open year-round; performances in season.

Taormina Cathedral6 min on foot

The 13th-century Duomo, with Norman and Gothic detail. The façade, mosaics, and interior works reward a short visit.

Corso Umberto Iat the door

Taormina’s main street — and ours. Boutiques, cafés, and restaurants along a pedestrian corso that runs the length of the old town.

Isola Bellacable car + short walk

A small nature reserve just off the coast, reached by a narrow isthmus. Clear water, a pebble beach, and quiet shade inland.

Siracusa Archaeological Parkday trip

South to Siracusa: the Greek Theatre, the Ear of Dionysius, and the ruins of the Temple of Apollo.

Wine tasting at local winerieshalf day

Visits to estates nearby — Planeta and Donnafugata among them. We can arrange the tasting and a driver.

Helicopter to Etna and Panareaon request

A flight over Etna and on to Panarea. Available on request — ask us to arrange it before you arrive.

Grotta Azzurraby boat

The Blue Grotto — a sea cave lit by reflected light. Best visited by boat around midday.

The cable car to the beach10 min on foot

The funivia from the old town down to the shore — a few minutes from the Inn to the water.

We can help you plan.

Excursions, drivers, restaurant tables, theatre tickets — ask before you arrive.