Top Taormina Food Tours

Spend an evening immersed in Sicilian cuisine and culture on this 2.5-hour walking tour of Taormina. Led by a local guide, travel to the city’s top spots to sample fresh fish, bruschetta, sweet Sicilian cakes, and other regional specialties. 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 culinary history from your guide.

Sicily is famous for its delicious street food. In this tour we combine the vist of one the most beautiful sicilian town, that's Taormina, and the vist of the town of the Strait, that's Messina. During the visit of Messina we stop in 2 different very famous street food place, to taste the famous rice ball of Messina and the delicious "cannolo siciliano"

Mount Etna is Europe's largest active volcano, but you don’t have to climb the mighty peak to experience the natural wonder. On this full-day tour from Taormina, hike through the ancient woodlands and lava caves of Mt Etna; indulge in a Sicilian-style lunch and wine tasting; and explore the Alcantara Gorge. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Discover three different Sicilian wineries as you sample tasty regional reds, whites, and rosés. Driving in an air-conditioned car, cruise past picturesque villages, fruit orchards, and lava-made churches as you explore the fascinating region of Etna, known for its volcanic terroirs. Sip samples of the volcano-infused drink in family-run wineries, munching on local gastronomic delicacies, from cheeses to salami.

The best way to connect with any local culture is through food, and nowhere is this more true than Sicily. With this cooking class, shop for ingredients at the market in Taormina like a local before learning how to prepare a variety of traditional Sicilian dishes with Chef Massimo in his restaurant kitchen. Enjoy the fruits of our labors over lunch afterwards, served with two local wines.

Sicily’s romantic atmosphere and unconventional history has seduced visitors for millennia, but they're easy to miss in the bustle of modern travel. This private walking tour immerses you in rustic hill towns and the history of the Sicilian Mafia—including visits to filming sites of The Godfather movie—and the anti-Mafia fight. Upgrade to end your tour with food and wine tastings or a traditional fish dinner at a local restaurant.

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, a picturesque farmhouse with delicious food, and a pastry bar. Enjoy wine tastings and samples of local cheeses, salumi, and pastas included in the tour price.

Get a taste of Sicily with this private tour to Mt. Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano. Leave the driving to your private guide and take in the scenery as you drive through mountain villages, stopping at a local honey farm. Visit the famous Silvestri Craters and an Etna winery for lunch and a tasting of both red and white Sicilian wines. This tour can be customized, including the addition of a cable car ascent to 3000 meters up the volcano.

With our sailing tour from Giardini Naxos to Taormina you will discover the beauties of Taormina's coast (Bay of Spisone, May of Mazzarò, Blue Grotto and Isola Bella). Enjoy yourself with our aperitif on board, have a swim in one of the most beautiful Sicilian coasts with our snorkeling equipment or simply relax yourself taking the sun on board. During the tour you will learn about the basics of sailing thanks to the explanations of our skippers and you will find out more about Sicilian legends and our old traditions.

Mt. Etna is the largest active volcano in Europe and home to fertile vineyards and farms. With this tour, avoid the stress of navigating the winding roads on the mountain on your own and instead visit the dramatic Silvestri Craters and a farm on the slopes of Mt. Etna with a driver. End your experience with a tasting and lunch at a local winery at the foot of the mountain.

Discover the unique wines of Sicily’s Mt Etna DOC with a full-day tasting tour led by a sommelier guide. Visit three wineries on the slopes of the active volcano, where you can admire terraced vineyards and learn about historic and modern production methods. Use your taste buds to truly appreciate Etna’s distinctive terroir with samples of several varietals at each stop, and cap off the day with a gourmet lunch in the garden of a family-run estate.

This full-day excursion will allow you to first visit the picturesque village of Castiglione di Sicilia and then taste some wines of strictly local production, among the excellences in the field of the Etnean viticulture and not, discovering also the interesting production phases, walking through vineyards and ancient wineries. You will visit the first winery where you'll have a wine tasting; in the second winery, we'll also offer you lunch with typical Sicilian products.

Your visit to Sicily wouldn’t be complete without visiting Mt. Etna. This private tour will bring you to the base of the volcano, affectionately known as “Mamma Etna” where your guide will share stories of the history and folklore about the highest active volcano in Europe. Other stops along the mountain take you to the mythical Cave of the Cyclops, to charming alpine towns, and past orange and lemon groves.

See a different side of Sicily with this tour of Mt. Etna that departs from Taormina. Enjoy breathtaking views and taste the wines of one of the best wineries of the area, all while on the highest active volcano of Europe. This excursion journeys to old craters and lava flow caves, and is perfect for adventurous travelers.

Discover Taormina’s historic secrets and modern delights on a 3-hour walking tour of highlights like Palazzo Corvaja, Santa Caterina church and Vicolo Stretto — the narrowest street in town. Gain skip-the-line entry to the ancient Greek theater, which boasts magnificent views of Mt Etna and Giardini Naxos. In the main square of Piazza IX Aprile, rest your feet and refresh with a tasting of unique Mt Etna DOC wines and savory local products at an enoteca.

Learn how to cook delicious Sicilian specialties in a family atmosphere, in front of a beautiful garden in the heart of the historic center of Taormina, with a professional Chef. We will make your holiday in Sicily very special thanks tp the flavors and aromas of our splendid land. You will taste a thousand of ingredients wisely mixed together so as to never create monotony and you will discover new flavors through rich dishes that smell of sea, mountain, almond, ricotta or even oil, earth, life, of something good.

The Gole Alcantara is one of Sicily’s most popular attractions, and often has the crowds to match. On this private half-day tour, let a local guide help you sidestep the tourists and show you the park’s caverns and rock formations, gardens, and best swimming places. Later, explore the seaside town of Giardini Naxos on foot. Finish the tour with food and wine tasting at a local wine bar.

Make the most of your time in Sicily with this convenient, cost-saving package. On the first tour, stroll through ancient Taormina, and discover its culinary highlights, from flaky pastries to fresh seafood. On the second, venture into the hills, see where “The Godfather” was filmed, and discover the region’s mafia history. And on the third tour, head to the slopes of Mt. Etna for winery and farmhouse visits.

Explore the ancient, volcanic slopes of Mount Etna during this full-day off-road experience from Taormina. Travel across the rugged terrain in a 4x4 vehicle and enjoy the lunar-like vistas as you explore lava formations, visit local vineyards, and sample local products. Tasting of local wines and products is also included.

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Start your culinary journey across Sicilian cooking traditions. Take advantage of your time on the island of Sicily and learn some true Italian cooking methods, old traditional Sicilian recipes, and how cooking is different in regions of Sicily. Discover the secrets of traditional Sicilian cuisine during this private cooking class led by a professional chef.

Focusing on Mount Etna as a source of inspiration and historical perspective, we offer innovative enogastronomic experiences for passionate winelovers, those in the trade, and journalists traveling in Sicily. We offer wine experiences which include vineyard and winery visits, typical Sicilian foods, expert-led education courses, tastings, and transportation. All with the guidance and support of an expert and specialized oenologist (ETNA WINE SCHOOL) focused on the world of Etna wines, who will be able to open this fantastic world by accompanying you in a unique food and wine experience.