Travel guide

Taormina

A clifftop balcony over Etna and the sea

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About Taormina

Sicily's glamorous hilltop resort — a Greek theatre with Mount Etna as its backdrop, a chic corso of boutiques, cable-car beaches, and the tiny island of Isola Bella below.

⭐ Things to do in Taormina

Ancient Greek TheatreCorso Umberto strollIsola Bella beachCable car to MazzaròMount Etna excursionCastelmola village above townGole dell'Alcantara gorgeSunrise over Etna from the theatre

🍽️ What to eat in Taormina

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

Pasta alla NormaGranita & briocheCannoliEtna wines

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Walkable hill town; cable car to the beach; car for Etna.

💡 Local tip

See the Greek theatre early morning with Etna smoking behind the ancient stage.

🛡️ Safety

Generally safe — exercise normal travel awareness.

🌙 Nightlife

Corso wine bars and terraces.