The 15 best things to do in Taormina (2026)

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   1. COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!!

   Outty Ranking94

   Participating in a cooking course does not only mean learning new local recipes, but also deepening the true culture, customs and habits of a food type. - Starting from the Market, where the most important phase takes pl. 90+ Club at 94/100, 5.0/5 from 629 traveler reviews, 5.5h from $177, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Mount Etna Half-Day Small Group Tour from Taormina

   Outty Ranking92

   Get close and personal with Sicily’s most famous volcano on this six-hour, small-group tour. Set off from Taormina — hotel pickups and drop-offs in the vicinity are included upon request — and arrive at Mount Etna, where. 90+ Club at 92/100, 4.9/5 from 690 traveler reviews, 6h from $101, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   3. Sea View Sicilian Cooking Class & Taormina Market with Chef Mimmo

   Outty Ranking92

   Learn to cook delicious Sicilian specialties in a warm and welcoming setting, just steps from the beach and the sea, guided by a professional chef. This experience will make your Sicilian holiday truly unforgettable, let. 90+ Club at 92/100, 4.9/5 from 755 traveler reviews, 4h from $127, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   4. Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

   Outty Ranking91

   Discover two of Eastern Sicily’s most iconic destinations on a full-day Etna & Taormina tour designed for the whole family. Travel from the dramatic volcanic landscapes of Mount Etna to the timeless beauty of Taormina,. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.8/5 from 1,309 traveler reviews, 9h from $114, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   5. Private 6-Hour Tour of Three Etna Wineries with food&wine tasting

   Outty Ranking88

   During this private tour, starting from a minimum of 2 people, you'll embark on a 6-hour journey in a comfortable air-conditioned car to visit three esteemed Etna wineries, where you will learn about their wine productio. Exceptional at 88/100, 5.0/5 from 466 traveler reviews, 6h from $381, free cancellation.

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   6. The Godfather Movie Tour

   Outty Ranking87

   An offer you can't refuse! From Catania, travel to the magic villages used by Francis Ford Coppola as scenario of the unforgettable movies of the Godfather's trilogy. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.9/5 from 347 traveler reviews, 7h from $116, free cancellation.

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   7. Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)

   Outty Ranking86

   First of all choose if You would like to have a Shared Small Group Tour with maximum 8 Guests, or a Private Tour only for Your party. Enjoy a 6 hours wonderful trip with a native local guide/driver, through breathtaking. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.9/5 from 262 traveler reviews, 6h from $196, free cancellation.

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   8. Taormina: Sicilian Street Food & Wine Tour by Do Eat Better

   Outty Ranking86

   Discover Taormina through its unforgettable flavors on our Taormina Food Tour, a journey through the charming streets and stunning sea views of one of Sicily’s most picturesque towns. Taste the dishes locals love, from t. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.9/5 from 162 traveler reviews, 3h from $74, free cancellation.

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   9. Sea View Sicilian Cooking Class with Chef Mimmo

   Outty Ranking86

   Learn how to cook delicious Sicilian specialties in a family atmosphere, a few steps from the beach and the sea, with a professional Chef. We will make your holiday in Sicily unforgettable thanks to the flavors and aroma. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.9/5 from 182 traveler reviews, 4h from $110, free cancellation.

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    10. Godfather vs Mafia Tour & Pasta Lunch (Small Group or Private)

    Outty Ranking85

    First of all choose if You would like to have a Shared Small Group Tour with maximum 8 Guests, or a Private Tour only for Your party. Your Licensed guide will meet you in Your accommodation in Taormina area at 10.00AM w. Exceptional at 85/100, 4.8/5 from 348 traveler reviews, 5h from $161, free cancellation.

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    11. Pizza Cooking Class

    Outty Ranking85

    Learn the secrets of Sicilian Pizzaioli in a famous restaurant in Taormina city center. Enjoy the lunch with a fine selection of wine with your friends and family! • Enjoy a hands-on cooking class • Learn the secrets o. Exceptional at 85/100, 4.9/5 from 234 traveler reviews, 3h from $87, free cancellation.

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    12. Pizza & Cannolo Making in Taormina by the Sea

    Outty Ranking84

    What's better than a cooking class to learn how to prepare Sicilian Pizza and Cannoli just a few steps from the Sea of Taormina and Naxos? Together with the "Family Siciliano" you will learn to use fresh and local ingre. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.9/5 from 176 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $110, free cancellation.

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    13. Taormina and Isola Bella Day Tour with Boat Trip from Messina

    Outty Ranking82

    An opportunity to discover and visit Taormina (52 km away from Messina) with its Greek Theater, Corso Umberto and its exclusive shops and famous bars. You will admire the wonderful landscape and Isola Bella, a nature ris. Exceptional at 82/100, 4.8/5 from 221 traveler reviews, 7h from $139, free cancellation.

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    14. Half-Day Pizza Making Class in Taormina

    Outty Ranking82

    Learn to make and bake an authentic Italian pizza at a 4-hour pizza class in Taormina. Led by an experience pizza chef, the hands-on experience will teach you how to make and stretch the dough, work with toppings and sau. Exceptional at 82/100, 4.9/5 from 204 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $87, free cancellation.

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    15. From Taormina:Private Godfather with organic Appetizer and Pasta

    Outty Ranking81

    Private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car with a personal local guide to the must-see Sicilian hilltop villages that have become world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here - T. Exceptional at 81/100, 4.9/5 from 246 traveler reviews, 4h from $266, free cancellation.

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