Taormina and Greek theatre tour
Activity: Sightseeing
Languages spoken: English, Spanish, Italian, Romanian
Duration: 7 hrs
Difficulty: Easy
Meeting point:Highlights
- Visit the picturesque village of Castelmola
- Enjoy the views of Giardini Naxos bay and Mount Etna
- Explore Taormina and its ancient streets
- Visit the Greek theatre and other monuments
- Taste typical Sicilian sweets and ice cream
- Discover Messina's most famous sights
All about the trip
Start your tour with a visit to Castelmola, a picturesque village situated just above Taormina. Hop off here to enjoy the beautiful landscape and wonderful views over the magnificent Giardini-Naxos bay and Mount Etna rising in the distance.
Continue to Taormina through the 19th-century Porta Messina gateway before a guided walk along Corso Umberto, once part of the ancient Roman street of Via Valeria. Wander among its pretty magic streets and observe the town’s oldest churches and monuments, as well the most exclusive shops and restaurants. Taste some of the typical Sicilian sweets and pastry and then visit the Greek theatre that dates back to the 3rd century BC.
On the way back, explore the highlights of Messina and see the Cathedral with its famous astronomical clock, the Church of the Catalans and the Sanctuary of Montalto and Christ the King.
What Wikipedia SaysWhat is included in the price
- Transport by air-conditioned bus
- Live commentary on board
- Wi-fi
- Professional tour guide
- Walking tour
- Greek theatre entrance ticket
- Travel assistance
- Liability insurance
What is not included in the price
- Food and beverages
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Tips (optional) and personal expenses
Instructions
We provide pick-ups from the following places: Messina cruise terminal, Discover Messina Sicily office, or Giardini Naxos cruise terminal. We can also pick you up from your hotel in Taormina or Giardini Naxos. Please let us know your preferred pick-up point during the booking process.
This activity is organised by DISCOVER TRAVEL SOCIETA COOPERATIVA, Via I Settembre 110, Messina, Sicilia, 98122, Italy, (+39) 391 328 8688, discovertravel@discovermessina.it.
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Contact
Do you have a question or need more information about the activity?
You can reach our European office between 9am and 5pm CET on weekdays and between 11am and 5pm on weekends and holidays.
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