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15 Best Taormina & Godfather Tours

The Taormina and Godfather tours: the Greek theater hanging above the sea with Etna smoking in frame, and Savoca’s bar still serving where Michael Corleone proposed. Cinema and antiquity share the same hills.

1.Taormina: Ancient Theater Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide

Discover the ancient Roman and Greek ruins of Taormina’s theater with skip-the-line access and an informative audio guide, all at a great value.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Loved the ancient theatre so much! We went through with the Audioguide and enjoyed it so much. There were so many beautiful vistas to stop and enjoy that we felt this was a better option than an actual guided tour. And skipping the long line…”

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

Discover Mount Etna and Taormina on this full-day guided tour from Catania, featuring volcano trekking, lava caves, local tastings, and free time in enchanting Taormina.

★ 5.0

“We had an amazing tour of Taormina and Mount Etna, made even better by our fantastic guide. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about the area, which made every stop more meaningful. One of the highlights was the wine and local products tasting from…”

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3.Cooking Class with Seaview & Taormina’s Market with Chef Mimmo

Discover authentic Sicilian flavors with Chef Mimmo’s cooking class in Taormina. Learn to cook local dishes, visit a market, and enjoy seaside dining.

★ 5.0

“Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to have fun and learn! Favorite activity. Wonderful experience. Would definitely repeat this!”

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4.Taormina: Opera Performance in the Nazarena Theater

Experience an authentic Italian opera in Taormina’s Nazarena Theater with talented performers, beautiful views, and an intimate, cultural atmosphere.

★ 4.7

“Great activity in a unique location! Lovely little theatre with an atmospheric garden/drinks terrace. Great compere, superb opera singers and the pianist maestro was so, so talented! Intimate, friendly and wonderful entertainment! Highly recommended. PS. park in either Parcheggio Pasquale (a short 7 min walk…”

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5.Taormina: Boat Tour with Aperitif on Isola Bella

Experience Sicily’s stunning coast with a 2-hour boat tour from Giardini Naxos, including snorkeling, an aperitif, and visits to Isola Bella and Taormina's caves.

★ 4.2

“Nunzio made it fun and informative only suggestion make clear which tour is for what boat as there are several boats in area and communicate which gate to look for at port. Had great fun and wonderful views thanks”

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

Discover Mount Etna on a small-group half-day tour from Taormina, featuring expert guides, crater hikes, lava caves, and local wine at a mountain chalet.

★ 5.0

“Our guide, Tony, was so knowledgeable and had a true passion for Mount Etna. He gave us the full history of the volcano and its affect on the surrounding area and also of the flora and fauna present on the volcano today. It was truly…”

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7.Naxos: Taormina Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Prosecco

Experience the stunning coastline of Taormina on a 2-hour boat tour with snorkeling, Prosecco, and visits to sea caves and filming spots—all with expert guides.

★ 4.9

“This boat snorkeling tour felt like a movie - Enzo is an incredible captain, playing amazing music, dancing, teaching us about Taormina & Naxos and overall making it a super fun experience! Everyone was smiling and laughing while enjoying the prosecco after a refreshing dip…”

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

Discover authentic Sicilian flavors with Chef Massimo in Taormina. Hands-on cooking, market shopping, and local wines make this a memorable experience.

★ 5.0

“Our small group had such a wonderful experience at this cooking class with Chef Messino. The chef was not only talented but also warm, patient, and made the entire session fun and interactive. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and I learned so…”

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9.Boat tour Giardini Naxos Taormina Isola Bella Blue Grotto

Discover Sicily's stunning coastline on this small-group boat tour from Giardini Naxos to Taormina, Isola Bella, and the Blue Grotto, with swimming and treats included.

★ 4.5

“Fun boat tour showing the blue grotto, and a few other sites of interest as well as Isola Bella from a distance. Then we had a 45 minute free time when we swam in the beautiful blue waters.”

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10.Taormina: White Lotus Tour

Discover Sicily’s stunning coast on the White Lotus boat tour from Taormina, including caves, swimming, and scenic views — a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.

★ 4.8

“We had an amazing time! Our captain Enzo was fun and welcoming, and made sure to help celebrate my birthday. We stopped at a few cave locations before snorkeling. Enzo tried to give us some facts as he drove the boat around, but it was…”

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11.Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour – From Taormina

Discover Mount Etna, wine tasting, and Alcantara Gorge on this full-day guided tour from Taormina. Enjoy hiking, local cuisine, and stunning natural sights.

★ 5.0

“There were 4 people in my party. We all agreed that it was the most fantastic day in Sicily. Our guide, Roberto S., was very kind and funny. What impressed us the most was his passion and knowledge of Mt. Etna. He gave us information…”

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12.Taormina: Guided Etna Wine Tasting Half-Day Tour

Discover Sicily’s wine and volcanic scenery on this half-day guided tour from Taormina, featuring winery visits, tastings, and Mount Etna views for an authentic experience.

★ 4.7

“Loved this tour! The perfect leisurely half day tour to see a local winery. The grounds were beautiful, the wine was great, and the food pairing was so delicious. Highly recommend!”

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13.Italian Opera in Taormina

Experience authentic Italian culture with a night of opera in Taormina. Enjoy talented performances, panoramic views, and a glass of prosecco for $34.76.

★ 4.5

“We really enjoyed the opera. It was our first night in Taormina. Since we got in late afternoon, it was a nice treat for something to do after dinner on the first day. The singers and pianist were excellent.”

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15.Taormina: Sea Tour in the Nemosub with Dolphin Sightings

Discover Taormina’s underwater world on the Nemosub, with colorful marine life, ancient wrecks, and dolphin sightings—an engaging adventure for all ages.

★ 4.3

“Had such a fab time! Saw lots of fish, a sea turtle and the tour guide even pointed out some dolphins🐬 The tour guide was very friendly and informative, pointed out some interesting things along the way.”

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More Taormina & Godfather Tours

5.0Godfather vs Mafia Tour & Pasta Lunch (Small Group or Private)5 hours (approx.)$156.07 4.5Mount Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Taormina7 hours (approx.)$89.53 4.6Giardini Naxos Taormina: Dolphin Watching Sunset Tour2.5 hours$59 5.0The Godfather Movie Tour7 hours (approx.)$120.98 4.5Mount Etna Day Trip from Taormina7 hours (approx.)$54.31 4.7Giardini Naxos: Taormina & Isola Cruise Bella with Aperitif2 hours$47 4.6From Catania: Guided Tour of Mount Etna and Taormina7.5 hours$105 3.5Aeolian Islands Day Trip from Taormina: Stromboli and Panarea13 to 14 hours (approx.)$132.03 5.0Private and Guided Godfather Tour from Taormina with Lunch4 to 7 hours (approx.)$235.19 4.5Snorkeling tour coast to coast Taormina & Isola Bella2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$50.81 4.5The Godfather tour Sicily6 hours (approx.)$71.38 4.5Sunset on the Volcano Epic Mt. Etna Adventure from Taormina5 hours (approx.)$90.74 4.9Taormina: Cannolo Cooking Class with Completion Certificate1.5 hours$77 4.5Boat excursion Taormina Giardini Naxos2 hours (approx.)$48.39 5.0Half-Day Pizza Making Class in Taormina2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$90.74 5.0Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina$387.24 5.0Cooking Class Taormina with Local Food Market Tour3 hours (approx.)$127.03 4.5Taormina Food and Wine Walking Tour (Small Group or Private)2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$107.68 5.0The Pearl of Sicily: Private Taormina Walking Tour2 to 3 hours (approx.)$266.16 4.5The Godfather and Taormina Tour from Messina6 hours (approx.)$120.98 4.5Sicilian Cooking Class in Taormina4 hours (approx.)$127.03 5.0Diving with PADI 5 Star CDC Diving Resort Isola Bella Marine Park Taormina6 hours (approx.)$181.48 4.5Etna and Taormina Tour from Messina7 hours (approx.)$145.18 4.7Taormina: Coastline Boat Tour with Aperitif and Snorkeling2 hours$47