Taormina: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Sicily’s Hilltop Town
Description
Are you looking for a way to see Taormina without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Find out how the Greeks, the Romans, the Arabs and, eventually, the Spanish, each left their own discernible mark on this charming town overlooking Mount Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanoes. • Hear from producer Cristina Leone, a local tour guide • Do it all in an hour, or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish. • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it. • Use the virtual tour option at home. Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under "Before You Go". Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and if you're in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap Start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
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Itinerary
This self-guided audio tour starts in the southern part of the town with magnificent views over Mount Etna and the sea below, at one of the entrances to the original ancient city, Porta Catania.
You’ll follow the town’s pedestrianized main street, Corso Umberto, with its stores and cafes, is also popular with shoppers and foodies.
At the town’s most beautiful square, Piazza di Duomo, I’ll explain the significance of the statue of a female centaur gazing down from the top of the fountain (Fontana di Piazza Duomo), and tell you how Taormina came to adopt this as the town’s symbol.
’ll point out the ancient and well-preserved Duomo di Taormina, the main church, and show you how the cultures that intermingled over the centuries are reflected in this important monument’s architectural styles.
On this tour, you’ll have a chance to be treated to one of the most captivating panoramas in Sicily at Piazza IX Aprile.
On this tour, you’ll have a chance to be treated to one of the most captivating panoramas in Sicily at Piazza IX Aprile.
On this tour, you’ll have a chance to wander down Vicolo Stretto, the narrowest street in Taormina.
On this tour, you’ll have a chance to visit Bar Pasticceria, a traditional pastry shop where you can sample delicious treats.
On this tour, you’ll pass by the Odeon theatre and learn a bit about its history while you walk.
On this tour, you'll learn about Palazzo Corvaja, a palace that was built in the 10th century and still inhabited until relatively recent times.
On this tour, you'll see layers of history at the Church of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, which was built upon the remains of a Roman theatre with an ancient Greek and Roman road beneath it.
By the end of this tour at Porta Messina, you’ll have a new appreciation for the heritage, art, and traditions of beautiful Taormina.
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
Reviews(6)
The app gave us flexibility with arrival time. Interesting info. I wish it could go out of sequence because I was moving away from crowds as much as possible. I also wish we could keep recording to play back as I viewed my photos later..
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Great tour that makes you discover every detail of the city, very prepared and very nice guide. Super Recommended👍🏻
An unforgettable experience! The self-guided tour of Taormina allows you to discover at your own pace the beauty of this Sicilian pearl. From the Greek Theatre to the picturesque alleys, every corner offers breathtaking views and history. Perfect for those who love exploring on their own!
Excellent tour in Taormina, Sicily. I easy followed the instructions in English. Thank you very much. I reccomend it a lot
I like a self guided tour/hunt which is why I chose to do this via VoiceMap. It could have had more detail and covered a wider area but there were a few interesting facts. The narrator had a good tone. It was a bit annoying when I wanted to stop longer than she thought I needed, as I would then have to pause it. She would then repeat the place I’d just been. It wouldn’t detract me from using an audio tour elsewhere.
