Eastern Sicily

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Roman Amphitheater showing a ruin

Where to stay in Eastern Sicily

Greek Theatre which includes heritage architecture and a ruin

Taormina City Centre

5/5(1 area review)

The picturesque gardens and beautiful seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Taormina City Centre. A stop by Corso Umberto or Piazza IX April might round out your trip.

Taormina City Centre
Temple of Apollo featuring a ruin and heritage elements

Ortigia

Travelers come to Ortigia for its seaside views, and you can see top attractions like Cathedral of Syracuse and Piazza del Duomo while you're in town.

Ortigia
Angera showing a small town or village and a river or creek

Catania City Centre

Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historic sites and theaters. Make a stop by Manganelli Palace or Roman Amphitheater while you're exploring the area.

Catania City Centre
Ursino Castle featuring a castle and heritage architecture

Old Town Catania

Historic sites and theaters are highlights of Old Town Catania. Make a stop by Greek-Roman Theatre or Ursino Castle while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porto Station to get around town.

Old Town Catania
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Mazzaro

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Mazzaro. A stop by Lido Mazzaro or Isola Bella might round out your trip.

Mazzaro
Syracuse showing street scenes as well as an individual femail

Santa Lucia

Santa Lucia is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porto Piccolo and Madonna delle Lacrime.

Santa Lucia
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218, Catania, CT
The price is P8,403 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
P8,403
per night
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with exceptional breakfast and staff. Gabriella was helpful during the checkout. Kudos for having such a wonderful staff. We fell in love with Catania due to people like them"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina
4 out of 5
Via Nazionale, 105, Taormina, ME
The price is P32,150 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
P32,150
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (919 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds unlike any other. Renovated room was extremely spacious and perfect for our stay. Not sure if all the rooms are renovated but the room we received was even better than expected. Shuttle bus is also very convenient"

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

UNAHOTELS Capotaormina
Splendid Hotel Taormina
Splendid Hotel Taormina
4 out of 5
Via Dietro Cappuccini, 10, Taormina, ME
The price is P10,404 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
P10,404
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taormina Cable Car and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (90 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in wonderful location. Very clean and well maintained. Pool area nice , but pool water too warm. Breakfast room was gorgeous and lots to chose from. I loved the proximity away from town a bit but still walkable. Views from pool were nice. Did not like some of staff who were a little ..."

Reviewed on May 22, 2024

Splendid Hotel Taormina
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Alla Giudecca
Alla Giudecca
3 out of 5
Via Alagona 52, Ortigia, Syracuse, SR
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly residence in Syracuse. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a business center, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (228 reviews)
"Very ancient building had both ambiance and charm but also some drawbacks like stairs and noise echoes. Very unique accommodation in superb location."

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2024

Alla Giudecca
Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata
Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata
Via Monte Sant'Agata, 5, Catania, Catania
Stay at this apartment in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and premium bedding. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Catania Cathedral ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (164 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay at Ferrini Homes. Our apartment was vey clean and had everything we could’ve needed! Very walkable location close to many good restaurants. Our host was communicative and made the check-in process very easy."

Reviewed on May 29, 2024

Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata
Residence Terra Rossa
Residence Terra Rossa
Via Bongiovanni 12, Taormina, Città metropolitana di Messina
Stay at this residence in Taormina. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Isola Bella and Greek Theatre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)
"We spent an idyllic week at Residence Terra Rossa in April. We found the landscaped gardens inside the gated property to be delightfully peaceful with beautiful views of the coast below. The manager was extremely helpful with directions and information ahead of our arrival, making our late evening ..."

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Residence Terra Rossa
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Popular places to visit

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Mount Etna

This tranquil city is in a stupendous position on the sea in front of Mount Etna, with a mild climate year round and marvellous scenery, where peace and quiet reign supreme. It's been world famous for centuries, which has brought an influx of noteworthy tourists, even today, thanks to the numerous holiday promotions for Taormina.

Mount Etna
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Isola Bella

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Isola Bella, a popular beach in Taormina. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Isola Bella
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Taormina Cable Car

On this quick and practical lift system, appreciate the picturesque views as you soar above the beaches and coves of Mazzarò and spot the historic landmarks of Taormina.

Taormina Cable Car
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Catania Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Catania Beach during your travels in Contrada Pantano d'Arci?

Catania Beach
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Corso Umberto

During your visit to Taormina, you can enjoy retail therapy at Corso Umberto. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Corso Umberto
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Reggio di Calabria Promenade

Explore the great outdoors at Reggio di Calabria Promenade, a lovely green space in Reggio Calabria. Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

Reggio di Calabria Promenade

Things to do

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8 Days Private Rural & Historical Sicily tour with Food and Wine

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Cathedral Square showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Catania

Aci Castello showing heritage architecture and a castle

Aci Castello

Messina which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people

Messina

Giardini Naxos featuring a sandy beach and a coastal town as well as a large group of people

Giardini Naxos