Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Messina
4,8 (863)6hMessina, Italy
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Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion
4.8(300 reviews)Messina, Italy
7hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupModerateLevel
About this experience
Experience the history of Taormina and Castelmola on this full-day tour. You will visit the ancient Greek Theater in Taormina, known for its stunning views and film appearances, including the recent White Lotus Sicily series. The tour begins in the picturesque village of Castelmola, located above Taormina, offering beautiful views of Giardini Naxos bay and Mount Etna. A walking tour in Taormina follows, where you will see the Aragonese-style Porta Catania and Corso Umberto, which was part of the ancient Roman street Via Valeria. Explore the town's monuments and its exclusive shops, restaurants, and hotels, including the renowned San Domenico Palace and the historic theater, the second-largest in Sicily, built by Greeks and Romans in the 3rd century BC.
Itinerary
1
La Madonnina del Porto
The stele was raised by the will of Archbishop Angelo Paino
2
Fontana di Nettuno
The fountain was created by Montorsoli in 1557
3
Chiesa di S. Francesco all'Immacolata
It is an impressive temple, the second in size for the churches of Messina
4
Castelmola
small village located at 500 meters above the sea level
5
Corso Umberto
Enjoy the guided visit along Corso Umberto with your tour guide. Visit the Cathedral Square with the monumental fountain and take beautiful pictures from April IX Plaza. Soak in history visiting the Greek-Roman Amphitheater, situated scenically on top of a hill overlooking the sea and Mt. Etna.
6
Taormina
After the guided visit, enjoy 1h30'/2h of free time for some shopping in the fancy boutiques and souvenir shops. Take your time to get lost in the alleys discovering secret places off the beaten path, such as the quiet Pubblic Gardens. Don't forget to taste some typical Sicilian food for lunch before leaving!
7
Messina Cruise Port
It's time to say goodbye!
What's included / not included
Professional guideEntrance ticket to the Greek roman theaterTransport by air-conditioned busPort pickup and drop-offLive commentary on board
Food and drinksGratuities
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multilingual guide
- Personal food and drinks allowed.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Walking in Taormina is over paved and cobblestone surfaces, some of which are sloped. The Greek Theater requires climbing steep uneven stone stairs to enter and numerous steps inside.
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