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 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.
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 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.
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
Taormina: Boat Tour with Aperitif on Isola Bella
COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!!
Private tour of Etna with food and wine tasting in the cellar
Taormina: Ancient Theater Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide
Top hotels in Taormina City Centre
San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel
This is the most beautiful hotel I have stayed at in the world. I look forward to coming back again as soon as I can. The setting is breathtaking, the renovated content is beautiful and the staff are lovely.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Continental
We stayed at the hotel for 3 nights. The room was lovely and clean. It's a very good location close to everything but also tucked away from the hustle and bustle in the evening. Amazing view from the rooftop with a nice selection of cocktails. We had breakfast only one morning (it's not included ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
Excelsior Palace Hotel
This is a beautiful hotel with breathtaking views and a great location. Our room was large (compared to some European hotels). The bathroom was new. The pool area is gorgeous, again spectacular views. The bar area is nice and there was a piano player in the evening. Valet parking was terrific. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Victoria
Amazing location, great little hotel, staff was great
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
NH Collection Taormina
I highly recommend NH Collection in Taormina! Not only is it situated perfectly for touring the town by Foot. We had the best time walking the narrow streets with so many high-end stores and happy people. But… The highlight had to be the people that took care of us at this amazing hotel. Sarah at ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 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.
