Mount Etna Excursion
Outside Taormina 6 hrs
Explore Europe's most active volcano on a guided tour.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Italian and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Centro Storico
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Not expected, appreciated for good service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Arancini
Cannoli
Pasta alla Norma
Granita
When to visit Taormina
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July
Busiest: Jun-Aug
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Jan40
Cool, quiet, some rain
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Feb45
Mild, fewer crowds
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Mar60
Spring blooms, pleasant
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Apr75
Warm, ideal weather
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May85
Sunny, pre-peak season
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Jun90
Hot, lively, peak
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Jul95
Very hot, bustling
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Aug90
Hottest, crowded
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Sept80
Warm, pleasant, less crowded
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Oct70
Mild, good for exploring
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Nov55
Cooler, quiet, some rain
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Dec45
Chilly, festive, quiet
Things to do in Taormina
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Teatro Antico di Taormina
Centro Storico 1.5 hrs
Witness ancient Greek theatre with stunning Etna views.
Sicilian Cooking Class
Centro Storico 3 hrs
Learn to prepare traditional Sicilian dishes.
Wine Tasting
Centro Storico 2 hrs
Savor local wines from Etna vineyards.
Best in the evening
1 place
Corso Umberto
Centro Storico 2 hrs
Stroll the main street, shop, and people-watch.
Any time of day
3 places
Isola Bella
Mazzarò 3 hrs
Swim and sunbathe at the beautiful 'Pearl of the Ionian Sea'.
Giardini della Villa Comunale
Centro Storico 1 hr
Relax in lush public gardens with panoramic sea views.
Taormina Cable Car
Centro Storico/Mazzarò 0.25 hrs
Enjoy scenic views commuting between town and beach.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Taormina
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Etna by E-Bike and Wine Taste Experience
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Standard tour
Private - Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Taormina
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Standard tour
Tour of the Etna cellars, typical lunch and wine tasting
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Standard tour
Taormina and Isola Bella Day Tour Including Boat Tour
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Activity tour
Cooking Class with Seaview with Chef Mimmo
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Standard tour
Taormina Food and Wine Walking Tour (Small Group)
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Activity tour
Cooking Class with Seaview & Taormina's Market with Chef Mimmo
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Standard tour
Taormina Dolfin 2-hour boat tour
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Practical ratings
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Near Taormina
Straight-line distance from the centre of Taormina.
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