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Private Tour of Taormina

Visit Taormina with an experienced guide to learn about the highlights of one of Sicily's most beautiful cities. You'll explore the historic center and see extraordinary sights such as the Ancient Theater and the Odeon Theater.

  • 2 hours
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Visit Taormina with an experienced guide to learn about the highlights of one of Sicily's most beautiful cities. You'll explore the historic center and see extraordinary sights such as the Ancient Theater and the Odeon Theater.

Private Tour of Taormina

At the time of your choice, meet in the Piazzetta Buciuni, near Porta Catania, a 15th-century fortress. This marks the start of your private tour of Taormina, discovering the city's most iconic monuments.

The first stop will be the Ancient Theater, used as an open-air theater facility and the site of the David di Donatello award ceremonies. It is the second largest Greek theater in Sicily after Syracuse. Enjoy breathtaking views of Taormina with the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna in the background.

Next, see the imposing Naumachia, a red brick building featuring eighteen large niches along with smaller rectangular ones.

You will also visit the Odeon Theater, significant although less renowned than the Greek Theater. Learn about its history, built in the 2nd century AD at the request of Caesar Augustus Octavian.

As you stroll through the historic center, observe the 14th-century Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano and the Palazzo Corvaja, both in Gothic style. Additionally, appreciate the Baroque facade of the Church of St. Joseph and the Taormina Cathedral, built in the 1400s on the remnants of a medieval temple dedicated to St. Nicholas of Bari.

After two hours of touring, we'll conclude the experience.

Advantages of a private tour

Booking a private tour provides a much more personalized service and allows you to schedule the tour on the day and at the time you prefer.

Included

  • English–speaking guide
  • Private and exclusive tour

Not included

  • Transportation service
  • Admission tickets to the monuments on the route
  • Food and drink

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Location

Activity location

Corso Umberto I, 259, 98039 Taormina ME, Italy

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