Castles
Castello Rufo Ruffo
Castello Ruffo Ruffo in Scaletta Zanclea, a trapezoidal structure on a cliff with well-lit rooms,…
Museums
Casa Cuseni, Museum of Fine Arts
A historic villa in Taormina, Sicily, built in 1906 for British painter Edward James. Home…
Castles
Saracen Castle Castel Tauro
Saracen Castle Castel Tauro of Taormina, a 9th-century fortress built by Saracens to defend against…
Places
Corso Umberto
Taormina's Corso Umberto, the historic street, is a must-see tourist attraction, home to shops, restaurants,…
History
Palazzo Corvaja (The Corvaja Palace)
Palazzo Corvaja in Taormina was built in the 9th century as a noble residence. It…
Churches
Church of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria
Church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria in Taormina, built on an ancient Greek temple, has stunning…
Places
Piazza IX Aprile
Piazza IX Aprile in Taormina, built in 1891, witnessed historical events and named after Italian…
History
Porta Messina
Adorned with Celtic symbols, Porta Messina, ancient gate of Taormina, is the main entrance for…
Places
Public Botanic Garden (Trevelyan Park)
Trevelyan Park in Taormina is a natural wonder with exotic plants and breathtaking views of…
History
Odeon Theatre
The Odeon Theatre has been used for theatrical performances, concerts, and gladiator shows. Despite being…
History
San Domenico
Built 1361 as monastery, San Domenico, Taormina, Sicily is now a top hotel visited by…
Beaches
Beach of Mazzeo
Mazzeo beach in Taormina, Sicily is a stunning volcanic sand beach surrounded by lush vegetation…
History
Ancient theatre of Taormina
The Ancient Theatre of Taormina, a Greek theatre in Sicily, offers breathtaking views and has…
Places
Belvedere Pirandello
Belvedere Pirandello Taormina: a Roman vacation spot turned medieval fortress turned neo-Gothic attraction with panoramic…
Castles
Castle of Mola
Castle of Mola, a mysterious Norman fortress in Castelmola, built in Roman times. Used for…


















