Giardini Naxos
Sea, history and relaxation near Taormina
Just a few kilometres from Taormina, Giardini Naxos is a charming seaside resort. With its well-equipped beaches and sandy shores, it’s perfect for a sunny day by the sea. Giardini Naxos is also a place of cultural interest. It is home to the Naxos Archaeological Park, where you can visit the remains of the first Greek colony in Sicily.
And to complete the experience, you can enjoy a stroll along the seafront at sunset, a granita served with a brioche, or a fresh fish lunch.
And to complete the experience, you can enjoy a stroll along the seafront at sunset, a granita served with a brioche, or a fresh fish lunch.
Castelmola: a picturesque village overlooking Taormina
Perched high above Taormina, the small village of Castelmola offers breathtaking views of the Ionian coast and Mount Etna. As you wander through its narrow cobbled streets, you can soak up the atmosphere of days gone by. With its picturesque squares, craft workshops and the ruins of an ancient castle, Castelmola is a Sicilian gem just waiting to be discovered.
Make sure you stop at the long-established village bar to sample the famous almond wine, a local speciality.
Make sure you stop at the long-established village bar to sample the famous almond wine, a local speciality.
