Private Tour of Taormina from hotel or cruise port in Messina
Description
If you are looking for a different kind of tour, this one is the perfect option. Taormina has many beaches and is the closest beach resort on mainland Italy to Sicily. It is one of the most visited spots in Italy, with around 1,800,000 tourists a year and it is often referred to as "the most beautiful city in the world". Taormina is a city that has seen many changes throughout its long history. It has been inhabited since pre-historic times and was conquered by the Romans in 212 BC. The Greeks called it Tauromenion and then it became part of the Byzantine Empire before becoming part of the Kingdom of Sicily in 1072 AD. The tour includes visits to a one of the most popular places for visitors a small square Piazza IX Aprile, Teatro Greco and many other sites to take photos and enjoy the beautiful architecture. You will enjoy a private guided tour with an experienced local guide who will take you to see some of Taormina's best attractions on this day trip from Messina.
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The Ancient Theatre of Taormina is one of the most important archaeological sites in Europe, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has been restored to its original splendor, with a capacity of over 4,000 spectators. A unique, superbly preserved theatre from the ancient world. It was recently restored and is now a stage for open-air performances. The visit will be from the outside.
Taormina's most famous landmark is the Greek Theater, built in the 3rd century BC. It was built under Hieron II of Syracuse. Completely rebuilt with all the features of a Roman theater under Roman rule in the 2nd century BC. The Greco Theatre of Ancient Rome is one of the most representative structures in the city. Built in the 3rd century BC, it has been continuously used for over 2000 years and contains many different styles. It encompasses a theater-an amphitheater with a cavea (seating) for about 6,000 spectators and an opus reticulatum (roof) that rests on 14 columns. The visit will be from the outside.
Piazza IX Aprile is a small square in the old town of Florence, Italy. It is one of the most popular places for visitors to take photos and enjoy the beautiful architecture. The small square was originally named Piazza del Campo because it was where people once gathered to watch horse races. The name changed in 1732 after a fire destroyed most of the buildings around it and only a few remained. Piazza IX Aprile is one of the most popular places for tourists to visit while they are visiting Italy. The small square has a lot of history and culture which makes it an attractive place for tourists to visit.
Get the chance to visit the main square of Taormina with your local tour guide.
The main street in Taormina. This street is crossed by the Porta Catania and the Porta Messina; gates that belonged to the old city wall.
It is a clear example of a Sicilian Gothic style building, with Arabic and Norman inserts, and was integrated into the medieval walls of the city. The visit is from the outside.
The rest of the time you will be traveling from/to Messina.
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Hotel, cruise port or place of choice in Messina
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- In case of needing an infant seat please request at time of booking
Reviews(3)
The guide was very knowledgeable, fun to chat with, and provided options based on our interests and time. I would recommend this tour. The sights and history are very interesting and worth seeing.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your tour of Taormina that way with your guide. It’s great to know the itinerary suited your interests and schedule. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another Tour Travel & More experience soon! Please let us know if you need anything else, we're always at your disposal Warm regards, The Tour Travel & More Team
Antonella, our guide, met us at our cruise terminal and we loaded up for the coastline drive to Taormina. It was nice to see the beaches of Isola Bella then the high-end shops, restaurants, the old churches, and the ancient Via Teatro Greco, all watched over by Mt Etna. This is a good tour with lots of time to adventure independently. We ate lunch at Liccio Bistrot which was excellent. Thank you Antonella for the history lesson of Sicily.
Thank you for the kind words! The views in this tour are truly breathtaking. We're extremely glad you could enjoy that way with your guide. Please let us know if you need anything else.We are at your full disposal. Thank you once again for the incredible review. The Tour Travel & More Team
We have 11 people all together from age 7 to 84. The tour lady was very patient with us and being very flexible. One short point is we cannot be able to talk to the tour guide a day before so we could have a much more smoother experience. Overall we all enjoyed the tour.
Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that the guide was patient and flexible with your group of 11 people, ranging in age from 7 to 84. We appreciate your feedback about the pre-tour communication and will take steps to improve in that area. We are delighted that overall everyone enjoyed the tour. We look forward to seeing you again in the future and, as always, we are at your full disposal for anything you may need. The Tour Travel & More Team
