Diana & Mario
Things To Do in the jewel of Sicily
The Corso Umberto
The Corso Umberto is the main street that crosses the whole center of Taormina. Flanked on both sides by a succession of luxury boutiques, clothes, jewelry, and souvenirs, it makes you understand why Taormina’s nickname is “the Sicilian Saint Tropez”. You will also find many grocery stores, bakeries, cafés, and restaurants, and you will certainly hesitate where to go for your lunch or dinner.
Piazza IX Aprile
Along your way on Corso Umberto, you will find the Piazza IX Aprile, one of the best viewpoints in Taormina, with a huge panoramic terrace overlooking the bay below and the Etna. It is the perfect place to take beautiful photos, especially at sunset. Enjoy its typical atmosphere with musicians, acrobats, and painters. You will also see a small church that adds to the charm of this small square, the Chiesa de San Giuseppe (where Diana and Mario will be wed). Its baroque facade is very beautiful, but the interior is quite classic.
Public garden – Villa Comunale di Taormina
To get away from the crowds, don’t hesitate to visit the Villa Comunale, which houses a large public garden. This villa belonged to a rich Englishwoman, passionate about birds and who decided to build many structures such as feeders and nesting boxes. The view of the bay is magnificent and it is the ideal place to enjoy peace and quiet in the shade of the vegetation.
Greek Theatre of Taormina (right next door to the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo)
The most famous monument of Taormina remains its Greek theatre (Teatro Greco). It dates from the 3rd century BC and is remarkably well preserved. It can accommodate more than 5,000 people and is home to theatrical performances and concerts. There is a small admission fee for the theatre. The Greek theatre remains an absolute must see in Taormina.
Chiesa Madonna della Rocca
For those who still have some energy left, go to the via Circumvallazione. From there, a staircase of more than 300 steps and without any shade (bring a bottle of water), will bring you to the heights of Taormina in about twenty minutes on foot. You will enjoy a bird’s eye view of the city and the Greek theatre. Also worth seeing: the sanctuary of Madonna della Rocca, a small chapel partially dug in the rock.
Isola Bella
You can’t miss it, it’s the little island at the bottom of Taormina, the one you can see on every postcards! The cove is simply stunning, with its pebble beach and crystal clear waters. On the spot, there are many activities available to you, including snorkeling, diving, boat riding, jet ski rental or simply relaxing!
The Grotta Azzurra
Capri is not the only place with a Blue Grotto. Spend the day at the beach and take a boat tour to the beautiful grotto. Book a boat tour around Isola Bella and into the Grotta Azzurra with Boat Excursions Taormina
Mount Etna
Mt. Etna Day Trip Take the opportunity to see the wonderful Italian island of Sicily and experience unforgettable views of Europe's largest active volcano. Enjoy crossing the Mediterranean Sea by high-speed catamaran and visit the ancient town of Taormina with plenty of free time to soak up the laid back atmosphere.
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