Tickets to Taormina Castle + Audio Guide

Explore an Arab-Norman fortress with this ticket to Taormina Castle. It includes an audio guide.

Why Visit Taormina Castle?

This ticket to Taormina Castle grants access to the Arab-Norman fortress, also known as the Saracen Castle or the Castle of Mount Tauro. It has historically served as a strategic control point between Catania and Messina.

The audio guide in English provides insight into the castle's layout, allowing exploration at your own pace. A detailed map of 21 points of interest is included, highlighting features such as the tower and over 4 meters (13 feet) high city walls.

Learn about the castle's history, spanning from its Byzantine origins to the Viceroyalty era of Sicily, including the Saracen invasions, Hohenstaufen rule, and the Crown of Aragon domination.

Upon returning the audioguide, visitors will receive a personalised "Nobilis Castri Tauromenii" certificate featuring two seals from Taormina Castle as a memorable keepsake.

Opening Times

The castle operates during the following hours:

November 1-30: 10 am to 5 pm, last admission at 4:15 pmDecember 1 to March 31: 10 am to 4 pm, last admission at 3:15 pmApril 1 to October 31: 10 am to 8 pm, last admission at 7:15 pm