Walking Tour in Taormina
General information
Group size
15 max
Starting time
Check our calendar!
Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Price
From 35 USD
Languages
English
Walking Tour in Taormina
This walking tour of Taormina follows the town’s historic spine, linking its most significant public spaces and landmarks. Beginning at the central terrace of Piazza IX Aprile, the route moves along Corso Umberto, the street that has connected Taormina’s two ancient gateways for centuries. Along the way, the walk highlights the town’s layered past through sites such as its Greek-Roman theatre, medieval palaces, and long-standing religious buildings. Together, these stops trace how Taormina developed from an ancient settlement into the compact hillside town visitors navigate today.
Highlights
- Walk the full length of Corso Umberto, the historic route connecting Taormina’s two ancient gates.
- Visit the Ancient Theatre, a 3rd-century BCE structure later expanded under Roman rule.
- See key medieval landmarks such as Palazzo Corvaja and the 13th-century Duomo.
Meeting point
Meet your guide in the center of Piazza 9 Aprile.
Itinerary
Your walk begins at Piazza IX Aprile, the main terrace overlooking the coastline. From here, you follow Corso Umberto, Taormina’s principal pedestrian street, which links the town’s two historic gates. Along this route you pass a continuous sequence of shops, cafés, and small side alleys that connect the central ridge of Taormina with older residential areas.
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Continuing along Corso Umberto, you reach the Ancient Theatre of Taormina, a Greek-Roman structure built in the 3rd century BCE and later modified under Roman rule. The theatre’s seating and stage layout remain largely visible, and the site still hosts performances today. After the visit, you return toward the town center to reach Palazzo Corvaja, a medieval building that combines Arab, Norman, and Gothic architectural phases dating from the 10th to the 15th century.
From Palazzo Corvaja, you walk a short distance to the Duomo di Taormina, a 13th-century cathedral dedicated to Saint Nicholas of Bari. The building has a Romanesque layout and underwent restorations in the 15th and 16th centuries. Your visit ends at Piazza del Carmine, a small square near the southern part of the historic center, which connects to local residential streets and provides access to nearby churches and daily-life areas of the town.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum of participants?
The maximum of participants is 20 people.
Can I pay with something other than PayPal?
Yes, after clicking on “Pay with PayPal” and the PayPal window opens, you will see the option to pay with a debit or credit card.
Can I book a private walking tour?
Yes, you can book a private walking tour by contacting us straight via email.
Can I bring my children?
Yes, in this tour everyone is welcome.
What should I bring?
Check out the weather on the day of the tour to make sure you bring an umbrella in case it’s raining. Bring comfortable shoes and a big smile 🙂