Taormina & Castelmola Tour From Messina or Catania Port Sicily

Ancient Tether in Taormina and background of Mount Etna. Sicily, Italy.

Isola Bella island, Taormina - Sicily, Italy.

A famous steps in Taormina village, Sicily.

Greek Tether in Taormina, Sicily Island in Italy.

One of our vehicle at Messina harbour waiting for the guests.

Duration5h - 6h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Our Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Messina and Catania cruise ports is a unique one-day shore excursion, showcasing two of Sicily’s most charming destinations in complete comfort.

With our expert local drivers, you will discover a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and authentic Sicilian atmosphere. Taormina is renowned for its breathtaking panoramic views over the sea.

You will enjoy a scenic stop at Madonna della Rocca Church before continuing to Castelmola, a peaceful hilltop village with stunning views.

Back in Taormina, you will have free time to explore highlights such as the Greek Theatre, the Cathedral, and Palazzo Corvaja, or simply enjoy the lively streets and shops. Time for lunch will also be allocated.

At the end of the tour, you will be comfortably returned to your original pickup point.

What's included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle

The costs of meals are not included.
Gratuities
Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites.

What to expect

Isola Bella
10m

First of all we will stop at the viewpont just bove the Isola Bella, called Belvedere, offering breath-taking views. It is the ideal location to admire and take shots of the coastline and the fantastic Isola Bella.
Castelmola
1h

As our journey continues, we drive to the charming medieval village of Castelmola. This sleepy town is perched precariously above Taormina. A stroll around is a must, with its cool medieval alleyways and picturesque piazza commanding views of the whole countryside, Mount Etna and the Ionic coastline.
10m

We will have a stop at the famous Bar Turrisi. This pub, located on a high hilltop near Taormina, appears very nice from the outside, with its many balconies and crimson sun umbrellas reaching up towards the sky. However, as soon as you grip the side door handle, you realize that this tavern is a little bit unique among Sicilian establishments.

You can pay for the almond wine and eat as well.
Chiesa Madonna della Rocca
15m

Madonna Della Rocca is a 15th Century church that has been carved out of a mountain, located just below the Saracens Castle you will enjoy an extraordinary bird’s eye view of Taormina and the Greek Theatre.
Taormina
3h

On arrival in Taormina Centre you will have free time to wander the historic Corso Umberto. This is the main promenade through the heart of Taormina boasting elegant designer shops and cute cafés and restaurants
Ancient Theatre of Taormina
30m · Admission ticket not included

You will have free time for visiting the Greek theater of Taormina
10m · Admission ticket not included

Taormina's Palazzo Corvaja is a medieval palace that was built in the tenth century. The early Arab fortification, which was built on Roman foundations, is part of the palazzo's history. Its central structure is a tower in the Islamic style, with arched windows and entrances indicating the Islamic influence within the inner courtyard. There is an ornate balcony with a view of the courtyard and a staircase dating back to the 13th century that leads to the first floor.

The Moorish Gothic palace is crenellated and spread over four main storeys surrounding a courtyard. The main floor features columns dividing pairs of lancet windows for fenestration. Reliefs depicting The Creation adorn the walls of the courtyard.

The palazzo is now a center for exhibitions where you can take photos.
10m

Ancient medieval Catholic church featuring ornate statues and a huge interior arched ceiling. You can take photos of the structure.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Catania port meeting place: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GWS7AUy851Nssfx58

Meeting point

In Messina port, we pick up directly from the pier.
Please take the private tours exit from the ship. Do NOT walk outside the exit gate from the port. The driver will be standing right under the ship on the pier.

End point

Catania port meeting place: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GWS7AUy851Nssfx58

End point

In Messina port, we pick up directly from the pier.
Please take the private tours exit from the ship. Do NOT walk outside the exit gate from the port. The driver will be standing right under the ship on the pier.

Pickup details

In Messina port, we pick up directly from the pier.
In Catania port, we pick up directly at the exit of the terminal.
Detailed pickup instructions will be provided in the booking confirmation message.
We contact all guests via WhatsApp before pickup to coordinate all details.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Time travel is added to the total time duration.
We will only do exterior sightseeing for Ancient Theatre of Taormina and Palazzo Corvaja

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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