Top Taormina Street Food Tours

Taormina is one of the most spectacular cities in Sicily, but its crowds and heat can be daunting. Take a break with this half-day sailboat cruise along the coastline to admire highlights like the bays of Spisone and Mazzarò, Blue Grotto, and Isola Bella. Drop anchor to swim and snorkel in the turquoise waters or relax on board with drinks and snacks while learning about the local history and lore.

Our vintage car tour from Taormina to Cefalù is a real immersion in the Sicilian world. We will leave from Taormina or neighboring towns, to reach Cefalù by vintage car, with the panoramic route between the internal roads of Sicily, stopping in the highest municipality of the island (Floresta). This route will last approximately 3 hours (183 km) and will include a stop in Floresta with breakfast. The total duration of the car journey is approximately 6 hours round trip. Once in the wonderful Cefalù, we will meet the local guide. She will give us the access keys to the city by immersing us in stories and legends that you won't find in tourist guides. After a visit to the main monuments and the characteristic alleys of Cefalù, we will make a real immersion in the tipical street food. We will take you where the inhabitants of Cefalù go, for an authentic journey. We will return to Taormina after about 2 hours of relaxation on the Cefalù beach. Not wheelchair accessible.

Make the most of your day at port in Messina or Giardini Naxos with this private shore excursion that covers two top cities plus stops to sample Sicilian specialties. Save time with pickup directly at the cruise port and enjoy a guided tour in Messina with tastings of savory “arancini” (rice balls) and sweet “cannoli”, plus explore the highlights of Taormina on your own with two hours of free time.

Indulge your love of food and wine on this all-day tour of the Etna countryside. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the region’s history and culture from a local guide as you cruise through scenic Sicilian villages. Stop at a family-run winery and an antique farmhouse with delicious food. Enjoy wine tastings and samples of local cheeses, salami, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes.

Sicily is famed for its cuisine, but it takes insider knowledge to know how to eat like a local. Taste your way around stunning, coastal Taormina during this private or small-group evening culinary tour. Complement your dishes with a glass of Prosecco, red and white wine, and Italian liqueur. As you walk and taste, learn more about the city's food history from your guide.