Taormina City Centre
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.
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.
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
COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!!
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Private tour of Etna with food and wine tasting in the cellar
Taormina: Ancient Theater Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide
Giardini Naxos Taormina Isola Bella Blue Grotto Boat Tour
Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion
Top hotels in Taormina City Centre
San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel
Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
"Éste Hotel es verdaderamente una experiencia hermosa, propiedad hermosa, vista, gran atención, el mejor Spot en Taormina , nos llevamos los mejores recuerdos"
Reviewed on 13 Jun, 2026
NH Collection Taormina
"Excelente atenciones, el hotel es bien situado en el centro de Taormina cerca de restaurantes y tiendas, el personal super amable dispuesto ayudarte en todo, lo recomiendo"
Reviewed on 11 Jun, 2026
Excelsior Palace Hotel
"Excelsior Palace gets 5⭐️! Everything was perfect! Great amenities and location, wonderful staff and great food. One night the neighbors above me were very disruptive at night. The staff was very efficient at shutting it down and I got a good night sleep! I will go back."
Reviewed on 13 Jun, 2026
Villa Taormina
"Excellent hotel in a great position close to restaurants and bars. The rooftop bar adjacent to the pool was a great spot to spend an hour or two The rooms were spacious and in great condition The included breakfast got each day off to a great start"
Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2026
Hotel Villa Paradiso
"This hotel was in a perfect location. We booked a suite with a view of the sea and Mt Etna. There are also amazing views from the rooftop where they have a bar and also serve breakfast. It was just breathtaking. Located next to the Gardens and short walk to the Greek Theatre. Many excellent restaurants ..."
Reviewed on 3 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.
