Top Taormina Sightseeing Tours

Take a tour of three southeastern Sicilian cities on this private tour with hotel or port pick up. See ancient Greek and Roman ruins at the Neopolis Archeological Park in Syracuse; stroll through the small streets of the island of Ortigia and shop for Sicilian products; and discover the UNESCO-listed baroque architecture of Noto, including its magnificent cathedral.

Sicily’s romantic atmosphere and unconventional history has seduced visitors for millennia, but they're easy to miss in the bustle of modern travel. This private walking tour immerses you in rustic hill towns and the history of the Sicilian Mafia—including visits to filming sites of The Godfather movie—and the anti-Mafia fight. Upgrade to end your tour with food and wine tastings or a traditional fish dinner at a local restaurant.

Francis Ford Coppola filmed parts of The Godfather in small villages on the eastern side of Sicily, places difficult to reach without a car. This tour allows admirers of the movie to visit them without a sweat. Get picked up at the port in Giardini Naxos and driven to villages that were stands-in for the partly real, partly fictional Corleone. As a bonus, stop at Taormina for views of Etna and shopping before heading back to the port.

Discover Taormina’s historic secrets and modern delights on a 3-hour walking tour of highlights like Palazzo Corvaja, Santa Caterina church and Vicolo Stretto — the narrowest street in town. Gain skip-the-line entry to the ancient Greek theater, which boasts magnificent views of Mt Etna and Giardini Naxos. In the main square of Piazza IX Aprile, rest your feet and refresh with a tasting of unique Mt Etna DOC wines and savory local products at an enoteca.

Discover two historic Sicilian cities on this full-day small-group tour from Taormina to Syracuse and Noto. Visit the archeological sites of Syracuse such as the Greek Theater and the Ear of Dionysius before exploring the newer part of the city and its landmarks. Then head to the UNESCO-listed city of Noto which is also dubbed the “Baroque Capital” due to its beautiful aristocratic buildings like Ducezio Palace and Palazzo Nicolaci.

Visitors flock to Sicily to sample its coveted cuisine, but few participate in learning its secrets. This private cooking lesson will immerse you in the local culinary tradition with a professional chef who will help you create a full-course meal and dessert. You’ll sunbathe, swim, and sample wine beforehand, and finish the class by enjoying the fruits of your labor on the restaurant terrace.

Sicily’s spectacular natural landscapes and ancient attractions from the air on a 35-minute helicopter tour. Soar above Taormina’s dramatic coastline to fully appreciate how it earned the nickname ‘the Pearl of the Ionian,’ and get an unbeatable aerial perspective of its ancient Greek theater perched on a cliff. Then, fly over the lava fields and crater of majestic Mt Etna for a bird’s-eye view of Europe’s largest active volcano.

Soar above the sputtering crater of Europe’s largest active volcano on a private 20-minute helicopter tour of Mt Etna. Get an unforgettable aerial perspective of Sicily’s famous natural attraction, including ancient lava fields and evidence from the recent 2002 eruption. It’s the best way to admire the volcano’s majesty, as well as the dramatic coastline of Taormina and the surrounding landscape of vineyards and citrus groves.

Mount Etna is the second largest active volcano in the world. The volcano sits at the boundary of the African plate subducting underneath the Eurasian plate, combined with sitting underneath a hotspot or crustal break means the volcano has a frequent eruptive history

Discover the unique wines of Sicily’s Mt Etna DOC with a full-day tasting tour led by a sommelier guide. Visit three wineries on the slopes of the active volcano, where you can admire terraced vineyards and learn about historic and modern production methods. Use your taste buds to truly appreciate Etna’s distinctive terroir with samples of several varietals at each stop, and cap off the day with a gourmet lunch in the garden of a family-run estate.

Highlights during this excursions: Private visit of Palazzo Biscari in catania Visit the fish market in Catania private visit of the Godfather's villa "oscar film location"

• Exclusive Private Excursions (customizable) • Starting from Taormina (or Catania on demand) • Led by a private LOCAL GUIDE for flexibility and personalized attention • Comfortable transport from your hotel by Luxury Mercedes Minivan • ETNA, SYRACUSE, ORTYGIA, CASTELMOLA Sicily is full of archaeological wonders, splendid Baroque towns and ancient traditions. Its variety of excellent wines, ancient cellars and vineyards, Sicilian olive oil in addition to typical dishes and traditional foods makes this destination a special place. The central position of the island in the Mediterranean has for centuries made it the ideal place for the integration of Mediterranean culture.

this tour gives you the unique opportunity to enjoy the best Sicily can offer: the amazing sea, beaches, the volcano, the marine reserve of Isolabella and the pearl of the ionia sea that's Taormina

Explore the ancient, volcanic slopes of Mount Etna during this full-day off-road experience from Taormina. Travel across the rugged terrain in a 4x4 vehicle and enjoy the lunar-like vistas as you explore lava formations, visit local vineyards, and sample local products. Tasting of local wines and products is also included.

Villa Romana del Casale is a stunning Unesco heritage site of exceptional historical and artistic value, featuring over 3,500-sqm of flooring covered in stunning mosaics. Located in a valley just outside the town of Piazza Armerina, the villa was built in the 4th century and belonged to a powerful Roman patrician. In the 12th century a mudslide completely covered its extensive network of rooms, which helped the natural preservation of these beautiful artworks. The mosaics depict scenes of everyday life back in the ancient Roman Empire, created with an exceptional attention to detail. Highlights include the famous "bikini girls” portrayed playing various sports and the huge 60-meter long corridor with hunting scenes.

The Gole Alcantara is one of Sicily’s most popular attractions, and often has the crowds to match. On this private half-day tour, let a local guide help you sidestep the tourists and show you the park’s caverns and rock formations, gardens, and best swimming places. Later, explore the seaside town of Giardini Naxos on foot. Finish the tour with food and wine tasting at a local wine bar.

Experience the rugged, romantic beauty of Sicily’s eastern coastline with a private, 4-hour sailing excursion from Taormina. Let a professional skipper handle the navigation while you relax and soak up views of Mt Etna, Isloa Bella and coastal grottoes, bays and sea cliffs as they are bathed in the golden light of sunset. Go for a swim or learn basic sailing techniques if you like, and enjoy an onboard seafood appetizer with wine as the sun dips below the horizon.

The tour will allow you to visit Savoca, Taormina and Messina without time limits you will decide the stops with your driver or hostess who will accompany you giving information on board the means of transport, plus at the end of the tour you can enjoy in a famous Pasticceria di Messina the real Sicilian cannolo made at the time sipping a glass of typical Sicilian almond wine.

You will have the opportunity to visit the city of Messina with one of the most ancient means of transport in the world, the famous horse-drawn carriage, at the end of the Messina tour your driver will be waiting to take you to Taormina passing by the famous beautiful island. 2 hours of relaxation will be waiting for you walking in full autonomy in one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily.

Learn to cook traditional Sicilian pasta and cannoli with an expert local chef in romantic ancient villa. Sip DOC wine and taste hand-made bruschetta as you get to know your chef and decide what type of paste to make. Lean local secrets to making perfect fresh pasta and authentic cannoli, and then celebrate your hard work by enjoying your hand-made meal on an outdoor terrace accompanied by Sicilian DOC wines.

Undisputed capital of the Sicilian Baroque, Noto is certainly one of the main destinations to visit during a holiday in the Val di Noto, in the south east of Sicily. The city is located 31 km from Syracuse and 50 km from Ragusa. Noto can be visited at any time of the year: in summer you can join the cultural stay the beautiful sea of ​​its coast and, in the winter months, you can plan a tour of the cities of the Val di Noto to combine with a food and wine tour, tasting the typical dishes and wines of this area. This great architectural jewel summarizes all the peculiar elements that characterize the baroque of south-eastern Sicily.

• Taormina  pick-up and drop-off your accomodation PRIVATE CAR WITH GUIDE •  Visit Acitrezza • Stroll past ancient lava flows • Reach the Rifugio Sapienza or Rifugio Citelli • Trekking around the Silvestri Craters or Sartorius Craters • Explore a lava flow cave with helmets and lamps • See the Valle del Bove  • Lunch Typical Sicilian flavors LASTS ABOUT 8 HOURS

Highlights of the trip: Visit of Syracusa and Noto greatest taste experiences in a very know cafè Lunch in a special winery

This tour allows you to quickly reach two very popular destinations in Sicily, namely Mount Etna and Taormina, to combine the spectacle of nature with history and monuments.