Tickets to Taormina Castle + Audioguide

Explore an Arab-Norman fortress with this ticket to Taormina Castle. It also includes an audioguide.

Why Visit Taormina Castle?

This ticket to Taormina Castle grants access to the Arab-Norman fortress, known as the Saracen Castle or the Castle of Mount Tauro. It served as a strategic control point for routes from Catania to Messina.

The provided audioguide in English allows for an exploration of the castle's layout at your own pace. It comes with a detailed map of the 21 points of interest within the castle, including the tower and city walls, which are over 4 metres (13 feet) high.

Discover the history of the castle, tracing its Byzantine origins through the Viceroyalty era of Sicily, the Saracen invasions, the Hohenstaufen rule, and the domination of the Crown of Aragon.

Upon returning the audioguide, visitors receive a personalised "Nobilis Castri Tauromenii" certificate with seals from Taormina Castle, providing a memorable souvenir.

Opening Times

The castle has the following opening times:

November 1 to March 31: from 10 am to 4 pm, final admission at 3:15 pmApril 1 to October 31: 10 am to 8 pm, final admission at 7:15 pm