Eastern Sicily Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Eastern Sicily

Greek Theatre featuring a ruin and heritage architecture

Taormina City Centre

4.5/5(56 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
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Ortigia

4.5/5(49 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
Angera which includes a small town or village and a river or creek

Catania City Centre

4/5(107 area reviews)

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

Catania City Centre
Ursino Castle which includes a castle and heritage architecture

Old Town Catania

4/5(15 area reviews)

Historical sites and theatres are highlights of Old Town Catania. Make a stop by Ursino Castle or Catania Fish Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porto Station to get around town.

Old Town Catania
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Mazzaro

4.5/5(36 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
Mount Etna featuring mountains

Contrada Pantano d'Arci

If you're spending some time in Contrada Pantano d'Arci, Catania Beach and Spiaggia della Plaia are top sights worth seeing.

Contrada Pantano d'Arci
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218, Catania, CT
The price is 4.108.294 ₫ per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
4.108.294 ₫
4.673.466 ₫ total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"An excellent down-town location. A spacious lobby, very nice roof-top with a direct view of Etna. A nice older building, the Catania style. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Splendid Hotel Taormina
Splendid Hotel Taormina
4 out of 5
Via Dietro Cappuccini, 10, Taormina, ME
The price is 4.513.789 ₫ per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
4.513.789 ₫
5.212.014 ₫ total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (209 reviews)
"Hotel was stunning and well located about 5 minute walk from the main strip. under 10 minute walk to the cable cars to go down to beaches. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Parking was a 25 euros per night (closes at 8pm) but very convenient. They bring your car back and forth for you as needed ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Splendid Hotel Taormina
UNA HOTELS Capotaormina
UNA HOTELS Capotaormina
4 out of 5
Via Nazionale, 105, Taormina, ME
The price is 15.588.378 ₫ per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
15.588.378 ₫
17.393.939 ₫ total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"We loved ending our trip to Sicily at Una Hotel Taormina! We were so lazy spending nearly every day lounging by the pool/sea. The staff was amazing. We only went to town once, but was easy to use the shuttle if you plan ahead. We spent one day at Mt Etna-not too far & worth it! Sadly, we did not ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

UNA HOTELS Capotaormina
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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 Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Villa San Giovanni Ferry Terminal ...
7.4/10 Good! (200 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel with friendly staff. Well located for ferry port and train station, with tram to both for the less energetic. I checked in late Sunday afternoon which meant reception was not staffed, but intercom provided all information to get in and access key card. Very comfortable bed and perfect ..."

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025

Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata
Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata
Via Monte Sant'Agata, 5, Catania, CT
Stay at this apartment in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and premium bedding. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Catania Cathedral ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
"The living quarters were loft style which is a favorite for me. Everything was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was very cute and well organized with many gadgets for the stay. The hotel is central to restaurants and historic buildings and sites. Transportation is convenient and you can find tours ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025

Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata
Residence Terra Rossa
Residence Terra Rossa
Via Bongiovanni 12, Taormina, ME
Stay at this residence in Taormina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Isola Bella and Greek Theatre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)
Week long stay.
"Great location, and loved the pool area-But very hilly … the mattresses were very uncomfortable."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Residence Terra Rossa
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Popular places to visit

Isola Bella

Isola Bella

4.5/5(77 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
Catania Beach

Catania Beach

3.5/5(40 reviews)

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

Catania Beach
Taormina Cable Car

Taormina Cable Car

4.5/5(71 reviews)

You can take time to visit Taormina Cable Car during your travels to Taormina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Taormina Cable Car
Messina featuring general coastal views

Corso Umberto

4.5/5(68 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
Cathedral Square which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and a church or cathedral

Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(41 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Catania when you spend time at Piazza del Duomo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Piazza del Duomo
Greek Theatre showing heritage architecture and building ruins

Greek Theatre

4.5/5(134 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Greek Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Taormina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

Greek Theatre

Cities near Eastern Sicily

Syracuse which includes 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

Acireale

Aci Castello featuring a castle and heritage architecture

Aci Castello