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Taormina hangs literally off a cliff above the sea, with the ancient Greek theater as its backdrop and Etna on the horizon. The island's most expensive and most photographed town — but also one where it's easy to overpay if you don't know the tourist traps.
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Quick Answer
- Ideal for
- Travelers who want postcard views and don't mind paying a premium for them
- Recommended days
- 1-2 days (as a base or day trip)
- Need a car?
- No for the town itself; useful for Etna or the wider coast
- Best season
- May-June or September; July-August is hot, crowded and priced accordingly
Highlights
- Teatro Antico with Etna views
- Isola Bella beach
- Corso Umberto old town
- Castelmola hilltop village
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