Experiences
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From culinary masterclasses to awe-inspiring sights, Sicily is perfect for culture lovers, foodies and nature enthusiasts alike. Let our talented team be your guide, and find countless unique things to do in Taormina.
Authentic Sicilian Activities at our Taormina Hotels
Festive Sicilian Brunch
Where: Grand Hotel Timeo, Ristorante Timeo
Join us for an exceptional brunch, whether you're celebrating Christmas Day, New Year's Day or simply Sundays, each delicious brunch is a unique tribute to local traditions.
When:
10 December
17 December
25 December
1 January
6 January
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Festive Sicilian Brunch
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New Year's Eve Gala Night
Where: Grand Hotel Timeo
When: 31 December
Celebrate in spectacular style with a night dedicated to our 150th Anniversary. Look back at an exceptional year that marked a milestone in Grand Hotel Timeo’s history, while looking forward to the sparkling new year to come.
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New Year's Eve Gala Night
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Autumn in Watercolour
Where: Grand Hotel Timeo
When: Tuesdays in November & December, 4pm
Unleash your creative spirit with a unique painting lesson by local artist Alessandro Florio. Discover how to use colours and different brushes to create your own masterpiece inspired by the same view that enchanted iconic painters through the centuries.
Autumn in Watercolour
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Tea Tasting
Where: Grand Hotel Timeo, Otto Geleng Living Room
When: Fridays in December, 4.30pm
Discover a new passion for tea and develop your palate under the expert guidance of our Head Sommelier, Veronica Bonelli. Take an exquisite journey exploring local infusions— a perfect afternoon refreshment.
Tea Tasting
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Greek Theatre
Take in a show at the ancient Greek theatre, adjacent to Grand Hotel Timeo. This wonderfully preserved amphitheatre, with Mount Etna as its backdrop, is every bit as captivating as the performances staged there.
Greek Theatre
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Ape Tour in Taormina
Start planning your ‘villeggiatura’ — an intrinsic Italian concept all about slow, sensuous summers.
Take a spin on the world’s most glamorous three-wheeler, the Ape Calessino, guided by an expert driver.
Begin at Taormina’s lush Botanical Gardens before descending to the sparkling coast and Mazzarò Bay. Perhaps stop on Isola Bella beach before heading up to the pretty hilltop village of Castelmola. Gaze at the views and sip a glass of almond wine at Café San Giorgio, once a regular haunt of Sir Winston Churchill.
Return to Taormina for a wander along Corso Umberto I, the bustling main thoroughfare where Orson Welles, DH Lawrence and Truman Capote were known to browse. And for a glorious finale, enjoy unparalleled vistas of Mount Etna from Bar Timeo with a refreshing cocktail at hand.
Ape Tour in Taormina
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Secret Noto
Begin your day with breakfast at the sumptuous Palazzo Castelluccio, before it opens to the public. Accompanied by the owner, admire the palace’s exquisitely restored frescoes, golden candelabras, ornate urns, and even the leopard-print tiled floor.
Saunter over to Caffè Sicilia, owned by expert pastry chef Corrado Assenza, for a sweet Sicilian snack. Then, stroll to nearby Palazzo Modica and admire the baroque architecture over lunch. Finally, enjoy exclusive access to Sergio Fiorentino’s private atelier for a sneak peak into his whimsical world.
Secret Noto
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Etna Discovery
A visit to Europe’s largest volcano offers an incredible chance to see lava flows up close. Join a tailor-made tour of Mt Etna’s lunar-like landscapes and savour a sparkling surprise en-route.
Next, head to a nearby winery on the slopes of the volcano. Here, you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch and wine tasting among the sun-splashed vineyards.
If desire strikes, arrange an aperitif on Etna's craters. Or allow us to arrange a cooking class with Mamme del Borgo, who offer traditional culinary experiences in sunny Sicily.
Etna Discovery
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Explore a Local Clam Farm
The little fishing village of Ganzirri sits on the tip of northern Sicily near Messina. Beyond the shore of this charming seaside village, the Tyrrehenian and Ionian seas meet to form two saltwater lakes—a perfect spot for cultivating clams. Discover the time-honored harvesting techniques used by a local fisherman, before you’re welcomed into his home for a delicious lunch. Tuck into a heavenly spaghetti alle vongole (clam spaghetti) overlooking the stunning Messina Strait.
Explore a Local Clam Farm
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Helicopter Tour
Soar over Sicily on a spectacular helicopter tour, enjoying a bird’s-eye view of smoking volcanoes, idyllic islands and captivating sites of interest. Fly above Mount Etna, the largest volcano in Europe, before heading to Stromboli and Vulcano.
Helicopter Tour
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Island of Dreams
Sail to the magical island of Filicudi to feast on warm Aeolian hospitality. Here, jewel-like fruits are grown in abundance beside bright bougainvillea and the cobalt-blue sea.
Head to the homes of the three extraordinary islanders and learn more about their unique way of life on this exclusive tour. Chances are, you won’t want to leave.
Island of Dreams
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