Taormina
in Messina

Lounge at the pool terrace Anchiovi at the Four Seasons and experience pure vacation bliss. Savour light dishes of Mediterranean seafood & innovative craft cocktails. 

Mouthwatering homemade granita a la siciliana: best we've ever had. The owner is very friendly. Sit outside and enjoy the incredibly flavourful & refreshing snack with an espresso on the side. 

Meet for coffee, cocktails, or a light bite at Bar & Chiostro. The indoor-outdoor bar is perfect for any occasion. 

Undoubtedly Taormina's best shopping destination, Feliciotto Taormina is overflowering with pieces from with designers such as Maison Margiela & Acne Studios. The selection is huge, but the editing is still careful & considered.

Here, traditional elegance is infused with a modern and cosmopolitan vibe. The Grand Hotel Timeo has fabulous views, delicious breakfast, comfortable rooms, and impeccable service. Not to mention the free shuttle to the hotel's private beach. 

Known as 'The pearl of the Ionian Sea', a beautiful island in a wonderful bay. Isola Bella has a really nice rocky beach for a lovely swim and an afternoon nap under an umbrella. Don't forget to bring your water shoes.

Elegant and sophisticated café located next to the LV boutique store that offers apertivos & food with a sunset view. There’s only 12 seats in the cafe so we suggest getting there around 6:30pm to grab a spot before there is a queue.

Delightful Sicilian pastry shop with the best cannoli & cassate. Watch your cannoli be prepared in front of you in this Sicilian theatre. 

Planeta is a five century old Italian winery. The company has five vineyards from West to East, all across Italy. They are incredibly welcoming and are always seducing those curious travelers to pack their bags and go. You are invited to spend the day soaking in the sun and rosé and learn everything wine from the ultimate masters themselves. They are an iconic and classic staple, so, if you are around, you know where to go for a wine tasting afternoon. 

Take a journey from the coast to the nearby Mount Etna. This is quintessential Sicilian cuisine, namely using local and seasonal ingredients. Located within the Four Seasons. 

Among the most famous restaurants in Taormina because of its incredible location and wonderful Sicilian dishes. Go here for a special or romantic dinner, it will be a great occasion to wear your fancy dress or suit. 

A romantic charming trattoria with striking views of the bay and sublime fresh seafood. Their Caponata for antipasti and Cassata Siciliana for dessert are a must. 

With terraces overlooking Mount Etna and the Bay of Taormina, this unique hotel is absolutely worth the visit. The location is perfect in relation to all the shops and restaurants in town, and the amenities are of the highest quality. 

Attend an opera or ballet performance in this beautiful ancient Greek theatre during the summer. Check out their website for the current events.