Passports - Your passport must be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Please check your expiration dates!
Catania Airport is the closest airport on the island to Taormina - approximately 40 minutes away by car.
We recommend flying in/out of Catania Airport if your travels are not taking you elsewhere in Sicily.
Palermo is the capital of Sicily and also has an airport. While a bit further away from Taormina, you can start or end your trip on the West part of the island which is known for its beautiful beaches.
You will not need a rental car while in Taormina. We recommend coordinating a driver from the airport to your accommodations. If you are staying at hotel in the area, the concierge can help coordinate a driver. You can also book a car transfer at www.cundarinoleggio.com.
If you plan on traveling before or after your trip around Sicily we recommend a rental car! Harlan and I drove around the island in the summer of 2023 as many other destinations are relatively close by!
We traveled to Syracuse, Agrigento, and Noto. This summer we will be in Palermo and Cefalu. Please feel free to reach out if you need any recommendations or guidance on your trip to Sicily!
Highly recommend taking a visit to the Greek Theatre from third century BC. It is located directly next to Grand Hotel Timeo and within the town of Taormina.
See Taormina aboard a vintage Ape Calesse
Explore Isola Bella, the small island known as the "Pearl of the Ionian Sea" and is connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land.
Explore Corso Umbertos many shops, cafes, and restaurants
Visit the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas of Bari located in Piazza Duomo
Mt Etna Day Trip / Wine Tastings
Ristorante Sant' Andrea - This restaurant is at the hotel sister property and down in the Bay overlooking the water.
Rosmarino
Medousa Bistrot
Osteria Santa Domenica
Malvasia
Tischi Toschi
Casa Niclodi
Raya
La Tavernetta
Osteria Rosso Divino
Pizzichella
Villa Zuccaro
BamBar
Jaclyn D'Esposito - Heartfelt Travel
For travel planning assistance related to your trip to Sicily and other destinations you may visit, we recommend Heartfelt Travel, a boutique travel agency specialized in designing custom and high touch itineraries in Europe. Please contact the owner and lead travel advisor, Jaclyn D'Esposito (jaclyn@heartfelttravelplanning.com) for more information.