Taormina City Centre Travel Guide
Taormina





Visit Taormina City Centre
Popular places to visit

Corso Umberto
During your visit to Taormina, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Corso Umberto. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Greek Theatre
Visit this ancient theater to admire Roman ruins, watch internationally acclaimed musicians and enjoy stunning views across the Bay of Nexus.

Piazza IX April
Learn about the local history of Taormina with a stop at Piazza IX April. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

Porta di Catania
Pass through this gateway, following in the footsteps of visitors to Taormina many centuries ago, to find trendy cafés and bars in the Old Town.

Piazza del Duomo
A 17th-century fountain and a 13th-century cathedral are among the historic landmarks on this iconic plaza, where you’ll find a lively market in summer.

Naumachie
Lush gardens skirt a cobbled lane facing this triumph of Roman engineering that once carried the town’s water. An ancient wall today hoists modern buildings.
Things to do

Sicilian wine tasting on the boat in Taormina

Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour

Taormina: Boat Tour with Aperitif on Isola Bella

Private tour of Etna with food and wine tasting in the cellar
Top hotels in Taormina City Centre

San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel

Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina

NH Collection Taormina
"Great breakfast. The pool was freezing. Spa required a reservation far in advance."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Excelsior Palace Hotel
"We had a comfortable stay at Excelsior Palace Hotel. The pool was fantastic and a real highlight of the property. The location was also very convenient, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. Overall, a pleasant experience and a good choice for a relaxing stay."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Hotel Continental
"great location"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Hotel Victoria
"Great location and great breakfast."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Taormina City Centre

Mazzaro
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Mazzaro. A stop by Lido Mazzaro or Isola Bella might round out your trip.

Spisone
While visiting Spisone, you might make a stop by sights like Spisone Beach and Ionian Sea.







