To see

The wonderful nineteenth century residence in via Teatro Greco – loved by many artists and travelers – was in English style and surrounded by a very suggestive and natural park. … read more

The Church of St. Joseph stands in the Piazza IX Aprile, next to the Clock Tower. A double ramp fenced with carved Siracusa stone balustrade leads to the parvis, where the big central portal in marble of Taormina in different colors is. … read more

The church of Varò dates back to the fifteenth century but a crypt inside the church hints that the Church has more ancient origins. It hosts the statue of the Madonna Addolorata and a beautiful fresco depicting the triumph of the Cross. … read more

Montalbano Elicona, reborn as a Medieval Resort, enchants with a labyrinth of alleys and the majestic Swabian-Aragonese castle. The churches, artistic treasures, showcase works from the Gagini school. The sanctuary and the scenic views from the belvedere complement the medieval charm, creating a captivating experience for visitors. … read more

Built in the twelfth century, the Church of the Madonna of the Rock takes its name from the peculiarity of being built and carved in the rock. It is a place of pilgrimage where every third Sunday of September the Madonna della Rocca is celebrated. … read more

In via Luigi Pirandello, outside the city walls that defended the town of Taormina, are the remains of an Arabian necropolis. According to historians, the necropolis extended toward northeast, between the existing ruins and the Church of St. Pietro. … read more

Novara di Sicilia, a timeless village, reflects harmonious architecture from the Norman era to the 18th century. Gothic and Baroque churches, stone-paved streets, and the Giorginaro Mill contribute to its historical charm. … read more

Once acropolis of Taormina, its derives from the Norman castle and the shape of the rock on which it stands, similar to a “mola di pietra” (that is the millstone). Thanks to its beauty, it is today a member of the club “The Most Beautiful Villages in Italy”. … read more

Badia Vecchia palace is a fourteenth century tower, that was part of the town’s defensive walls. Restored over the centuries, it is the house of the Archaeological Museum of Taormina, which hosts finds from the Hellenistic and Roman periods. … read more

The picturesque village of Castroreale, nestled on the Sicilian hills overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, presents itself as an artistic and natural treasure. … read more

The Public Gardens were the private garden of the residence of an English noblewoman who lived in Taormina at the end of the nineteenth century and married the mayor of the city. Lady Florence Trevelyan had the park built as an english garden. … read more

Porta Catania, part of the city walls, enables access from the South to Corso Umberto I, main street of Taormina. It was built in 1440, as it is engraved in the aedicule, placed above the arch, and it is also called “Porta del Tocco”. … read more

Sant’Alessio Siculo offers beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a panoramic castle, ideal for relaxation and tourism made by locals

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The Church of SS. Peter and Paul, located near the Arabian necropolis, was probably built in the Byzantine era on the ruins of a Greek temple. The church is reputed being the oldest Christian church in Taormina; it hosts the statue of St. Pietro. … read more

The Hotel San Domenico and the homonymous square where it is located take their name from the former Dominican monastery. The palace, transformed into a convent, was donated in 1430 to the Dominican friars from the monk Damiano Rosso. In 1896 his heirs turned it into hotel. … read more

The Argimusco Plateau, known as the “Sicilian Stonehenge,” offers spectacular rock formations, breathtaking panoramas, and unique stargazing opportunities. … read more

The construction of the Anglican church, completed in 1922, is dedicated to Saint George and was built by Sir Edward to assign it to the British community established in Taormina. On the main façade you can admire the Siracusa stone portal. … read more

Porta Messina is the north entrance of the historical center of the town which leads to the main street of Taormina. In combination with southern Porta Catania, it is part of the ancient fortified walls which started from the northeast. … read more

Marinello Lakes oriented nature reserve located near Tindari, in the province of Messina, is a protected area of notable naturalistic and landscape interest. … read more

The church dedicated to the patron of Taormina dates back to the XVIII century. It was built, in Baroque style, on the ruins of a Greek temple dedicated to Jupiter Serapide. At the entrance of it, there is a courtyard fenced by a brick archway. … read more