Eastern Sicily Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ursino Castle showing heritage architecture and a castle
Roman Amphitheater which includes building ruins
Cathedral Square featuring a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Cathedral Square which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture
Cathedral of Noto which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Eastern Sicily

Greek Theatre featuring a ruin and heritage architecture

Taormina City Centre

5/5(16 area reviews)

The colourful gardens and 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
Angera which includes a small town or village and a river or creek

Catania City Centre

4.5/5(23 area reviews)

Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Manganelli Palace or Via Crociferi while you're exploring the area.

Catania City Centre
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Ortigia

5/5(10 area reviews)

Ortigia is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathedral of Syracuse or Piazza del Duomo.

Ortigia
Ursino Castle which includes a castle and heritage architecture

Old Town Catania

4/5(4 area reviews)

Historical sites and theatres 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.

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Mazzaro

5/5(2 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant 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 which includes street scenes as well as an individual female

Santa Lucia

4/5(6 area reviews)

Santa Lucia is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Piazza Santa Lucia and Porto Piccolo.

Santa Lucia
Hotel Villa Paradiso
Hotel Villa Paradiso
4 out of 5
Via Roma 2, Taormina, ME
The price is AU$397 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$397
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (247 reviews)
"Villa Paradiso was even better than I had hoped. The view was spectacular and located close to everywhere we wanted to go. More importantly, the hotel was very clean, staff was wonderful and the breakfast every morning was beyond compare. We also enjoyed cocktails and snacks every night at the rooftop ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2025

Hotel Villa Paradiso
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina
4 out of 5
Via Nazionale, 105, Taormina, ME
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews)
"Second time staying at this hotel and we weren’t disappointed coming back. The hotel itself is somewhat dated, but the location, with the views over Etna and the fantastic pool and beach area are fantastic. The staff are friendly and helpful too…. all good!"

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2024

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Splendid Hotel Taormina
Splendid Hotel Taormina
4 out of 5
Via Dietro Cappuccini, 10, Taormina, ME
The price is AU$145 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (156 reviews)
"Great location for walking the town and dining options. Fairly long trek to get to the beach areas. Very clean. Great breakfast with lots of options."

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

Splendid Hotel Taormina
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Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Hotel - Residence La Residenza
4 out of 5
Via 27 Lulgio, 115, Messina, ME
Stay at this 4-star residence in Messina. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Villa San Giovanni Ferry Terminal ...
7.2/10 Good! (194 reviews)
"The room was great although there was no place in the shower to put soap and shampoo. Also, the shower sprayer would not stay in place. Breakfast on first morning was awful. The coffee was cold and the milk was warm. Streets outside were quite dirty. We were unaware that we needed reservations to ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jan. 2025

Hotel - Residence La Residenza
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Avola
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Avola. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Fontane Bianche Beach and Spiaggia di Lido ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
Great holiday let
"The house is spacious and comfortable, situated in a quiet but convenient area. Avola is 5 minutes away, the motorway linking Messina, Catania, Siracusa and Gela is also a few minutes drive from the house.A car is essential. The hosts are very friendly and helpful. If we had a problem they responded ..."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

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Ferrini Home Residence 150
Ferrini Home Residence 150
Via Grotte Bianche 150, Catania, CT
Stay at this apartment in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Catania ...
9/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2025

Ferrini Home Residence 150
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Popular places to visit

Mount Etna

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
Messina featuring general coastal views

Corso Umberto

4.5/5(5 reviews)

During your visit to Taormina, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Corso Umberto. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Corso Umberto
Catania Beach

Catania Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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

Catania Beach
Isola Bella

Isola Bella

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Nothing says holiday 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
Taormina Cable Car

Taormina Cable Car

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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
Greek Theatre featuring a ruin and heritage architecture

Greek Theatre

5/5(18 reviews)

Visit this ancient theater to admire Roman ruins, watch internationally acclaimed musicians and enjoy stunning views across the Bay of Nexus.

Greek Theatre

Cities near Eastern Sicily

Cathedral Square which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

Catania

Syracuse featuring street scenes as well as an individual female

Syracuse

Messina showing street scenes as well as a large group of people

Taormina

Piazza del Duomo featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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