Sicily · TAORMINA TOURS
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Taormina hangs on a cliff between Etna and the Ionian, and the Greek theatre is only the start. Here are the best Taormina tours: the ancient theatre with the volcano behind it, boat trips to Isola Bella, the hill villages of Savoca and Castelmola. Prices, how long each runs, and which to book first.
Skip the line to Taormina’s Ancient Theater with a multi-language audio guide for self-paced ruins, views, and Roman drama.
“It was quick and easy. There is a large window of time that you could use it for the day, so there was no pressure as to an exact time. Beautiful amphitheater!”
Mount Etna and Taormina from Catania in one day: lava cave, optional cable car, Sicilian tastings, and free time in Taormina.
“Took the cable car and 4x4 vehicle to the highest point allowed by the tour. Keep in mind you do not go to the peak of the volcano. You go up to about 11000 feet. The walk up the volcano was challenging and the guide taking you to the top was useless as the group size was about 50 people and could not hear anything. Our driver for the day was Salvo. He did an excellent history of the areas around Mt. Etna. The winery visit was ok. The group also went to the city of Taormina which consumed 3hours. This was too much for the day trip. Suggest to…”
Taormina to Giardini Naxos cooking class with Chef Mimmo: market tasting, hands-on pasta, fish, caponata, and lunch by the sea.
“This cooking class was so much fun! The hosts Mimmo and his mamma Francesca were fabulous!! Learnt so much and ate delicious food!! Would def recommend!!”
A 90-minute opera concert in Taormina’s Nazarena Theater with Prosecco, sea views, and close-up world-class singing.
“Although we don’t know a lot of opera we really enjoyed it”
2-hour boat tour from Giardini Naxos with Taormina coast views, Blue Grotto entry, swim time, and a relaxing aperitif on Isola Bella.
“Very nice guide Dario. Beautifull break to take a swim. would recommend it”
See Castelmola and Taormina in one smooth 6-hour Messina shore tour with guided walks, hilltop views, and flexible free time.
“Our tour guide Sabrina was very attentive, knowledgeable and nice. Definitely enjoyed the experience and the breathtaking views.”
Full-day Mount Etna and Taormina from Catania with lava views, caves, local tastings, and small-group Taormina time.
“Gabriele was a great guide - knowledgeable and wiling to share many interesting facts and stories. We had an amazing time and we enjoyed the unplanned cable car but it was worth it - there is no use coming to the mountain if you don’t reach to the top.”
Half-day Mount Etna trek from Taormina with small-group guide, lava caves, and chalet snacks, wine and tastings included.
“If you want to get off the beach and stretch your legs this is a wonderful treat. The hike is a little challenging. Views are gorgeous. Guide was great and managed to make everyone feel comfortable and safe.”
Two hours by boat from Giardini Naxos to Taormina for snorkeling, sea-cave photo stops, and Sicilian Prosecco.
“Our Guide was perfect and ordered us an Uber with his friend after a very stressful day he made our day and was very kind, thank you so much, we all had a very nice time and it was our favourite tour of our holiday ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Taormina Godfather Tour: visit Savoca and Forza d’Agrò with hotel pickup, photo stops, and a lively guide for a 5-hour Sicily outing.
“We had a lovely day touring godfather filming locations and walking through some lovely towns with gorgeous views. Marcello was a terrific tour guide. He is very knowledgeable about the godfather movies and history of the towns and area. I would strongly recommend this tour with Marcello.”
Shop Taormina’s market with Chef Massimo, cook Sicilian courses, sip homemade wine, and eat your feast with sea views.
“Chef Massimo was fantastic! Class was educational and lots of fun! We enjoyed the local fresh produce market and private butcher shop stops before cooking. Stunning home to cook in and view is amazing. The food we made was delicious and the best we had in Taormina! We highly recommend this experience!!!”
Small-group boat cruise along Sicily’s east coast: Taormina views, Isola Bella, Blue Grotto area, plus Prosecco, marzipan, and swimming.
“Beautiful boat ride. Only downfall was that it is a bigger boat and could not go into the grottos like other boats were. This was a "Blue Grotto & Isola Bella" tour but we only passed by.”
A small-group Mount Etna tour from Taormina with crater hiking, a helmeted lava cave visit, and local honey, olive oil, and wine tastings.
“It was a great trip. Very informative and Nando was brilliant all day”
Taormina to Etna’s upper craters by cable car and Jeep, with alpine guiding, volcanic terrain walking, and summit crater views.
“We really enjoyed the day. Both the tour guide and top of Etna guide were really good and gave us lots of information. If you want to go to the top of Etna this is the tour for you.”
Half-day hike on Mount Etna from Taormina: extinct craters, lava cave, volcanology guide, and winery lunch with almond wine.
“Had an amazing tour of Mount Etna! Claudio was a fantastic guide, sharing great insights and making the experience unforgettable. Highly recommend!”
