10 Food Tours in Taormina That You Shouldn't Miss

December 31, 2021 Tynisha Seiler

Volcanic Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea provide the cinema-worthy backdrop for Taormina, Sicily's legendary resort town. Twisting medieval streets and a second-century Greek theater add to its romantic air, which inspired the writings of D.H. Lawrence and Truman Capote. Take a cable car to the beach, or walk uphill behind the Church of St. Joseph for panoramic views.
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1. TASTE OF SICILY: Taormina, Messina + sicilian street food tasting

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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"

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Snacks

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Reviewed By antonysM5377JU

The tour was fantastic and the sites we visited stunning. The driver was punctual and professional, the vehicle, comfortble and clean. 100% recommended

2. Private tour from Messina to Etna Volcano with an option of Food and Wine tasting

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During this private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car, you will visit Etna - the highest active volcano in Europe. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Your friendly private knowledgeable guide will pick you up at your port or hotel in Messina and by comfortable car he will chauffeur you to Etna along the Ionian coastline and small authentic mountain villages. You will visit local honey farm and taste the produce of fertile volcano land, and reach “Rifugio Sapienza” at 2000mt. Here you can visit Silvestri Craters, admire unforgettable panoramas, visit souvenir shops, and trattorias. Optional ascent with cable car and jeep with the authorized Alpine Guide to 3000mt. Optionally - visit to one of the best Etna wineries and tasting of the best Sicilian wines and food.

Inclusions: Private tour only for your party by comfortable air-conditioned car, Private local tour leader, Private driver/guide, Guided tour of Etna, Visit to local honey farm and tasting of honey, jams, olives, olive oils, wines and liquors, Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off in Messina, Round-trip transportation by private comfortable car, Bottled water, Visit of one of the best Etna wineries and food and wine tasting (if option is selected), Bottled water

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Cable car to an altitude of 2500 m (65 Euro for 1 person), Gratuities

Reviewed By LMA5001

Incredible experience. Pasquale is a very nice and upbeat person. He took us to the best wineries. From the moment he picked us up it was clear that he had the entire day in perfect control. He is always professional and also fun. We really enjoyed the wine and food and the cellar tours. Pasquale even sent us several pictures from the day of fun that we had together. It was the highlight of our trip to Sicily. The communication was great - I asked Pasquale to arrange to have a cake for my girlfriend's birthday ... he made sure that at every destination there was a cake and everyone sang. He made me look like a hero! Thank you Pasquale!!!

3. Private 7-Hour Tour of Three Etna Wineries with Tasting from Syracuse

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During this private (from 2 people) 7-hour tour by comfortable air-conditioned car with English speaking local licensed guide, you will visit three best Etna wineries, where you will learn about their wine production process. Wines from these wineries are on top lists of inernational wine ratings. The owners will take your group around their vineyards and to the cellars, and you will taste different types of white, rose and red wines, accompanied by fresh domestic food. All food, drink, and fees are included in the price of this tour. This tour is private, only for your group - nobody else, to assure the highest quality service.

Inclusions: Private tour, Private English speaking local licenzed guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Syracuse, Transportation between sights by comfortable air-conditioned private car or mini-van, Driver/guide, Visit of 3 premium Etna wineries with tastings, Tasting of 14 Etna sparkling, red, white and rose wines perfectly paired with fresh locally produced food, Bottled water, Lunch, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

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Reviewed By LMA5001

Incredible experience. Pasquale is a very nice and upbeat person. He took us to the best wineries. From the moment he picked us up it was clear that he had the entire day in perfect control. He is always professional and also fun. We really enjoyed the wine and food and the cellar tours. Pasquale even sent us several pictures from the day of fun that we had together. It was the highlight of our trip to Sicily. The communication was great - I asked Pasquale to arrange to have a cake for my girlfriend's birthday ... he made sure that at every destination there was a cake and everyone sang. He made me look like a hero! Thank you Pasquale!!!

4. Private tour of Etna Volcano and Etna Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting

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During the private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car, you will visit Etna - the highest active volcano in Europe. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Your friendly private guide will tell you history of volcano creation, about eruptions, culture, myths, and folklore of "Mamma Etna" and Sicily itself. Driving by private car through authentic mountain villages, you will visit local honey farm and taste the produce of the fertile volcano terrain, and finally reach “Rifugio Sapienza” at 2000mt. Here you can visit famous Silvestri Craters, admire unforgettable panoramas, visit shops with souvenirs of lava, refresh yourself at some restaurant or bar. Optional ascent with cable car and jeep with the authorized Alpine Guide to 3000mt. Then you will visit one of the best Etna wineries and have lunch of fresh local food with fine red and white Sicilian wines.

Inclusions: Private tour only for your party by comfortable air-conditioned car, Private local tour leader, Private driver/guide, Guided tour of Etna, Visit to local honey farm and tasting of honey, jams, olives, olive oils, wines and liquors, Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off, Round-trip transportation by private comfortable car, Visit of one of the best Etna wineries and food and wine tasting, Lunch, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Cable car to an altitude of 3000 m (65 Euro for 1 person), Gratuities

Reviewed By LMA5001

Incredible experience. Pasquale is a very nice and upbeat person. He took us to the best wineries. From the moment he picked us up it was clear that he had the entire day in perfect control. He is always professional and also fun. We really enjoyed the wine and food and the cellar tours. Pasquale even sent us several pictures from the day of fun that we had together. It was the highlight of our trip to Sicily. The communication was great - I asked Pasquale to arrange to have a cake for my girlfriend's birthday ... he made sure that at every destination there was a cake and everyone sang. He made me look like a hero! Thank you Pasquale!!!

5. Catania Private Walking Tour with Option of Food and Wine Tasting

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Private tour by comfortable car for two or more travellers to Catania, the city made of lava from the neighboring Etna volcano. With your private tour leader you will visit the most important sights, learn the amazing history, walk through the magnificent streets and parks of Catania, 'the black city,' as well as taste traditional street food of Catania, such as arancini (rice balls with ragout) and traditional pitone (pies with prosciutto, mozzarella, tomatoes) with a glass of Etna wine. Optionally, you may taste superb Sicilian wines accompanied by fresh, traditional food at one of the best wine restaurants of Catania.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Street food tasting with a glass of wine, Private tour only for your party, Private English speaking guide

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Reviewed By LMA5001

Incredible experience. Pasquale is a very nice and upbeat person. He took us to the best wineries. From the moment he picked us up it was clear that he had the entire day in perfect control. He is always professional and also fun. We really enjoyed the wine and food and the cellar tours. Pasquale even sent us several pictures from the day of fun that we had together. It was the highlight of our trip to Sicily. The communication was great - I asked Pasquale to arrange to have a cake for my girlfriend's birthday ... he made sure that at every destination there was a cake and everyone sang. He made me look like a hero! Thank you Pasquale!!!

6. Etna Countryside Food and Wine Lovers Tour (Private or Small Group)

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Enjoy a 6 hours wonderful trip with a native local guide/driver, through breathtaking and colorful Etna wine countryside. You will visit typical family winery, antique farmhouse and country estate where you will discover and taste not just the best Etna wines, but also unique Organic food and pastries produced on lava territory and cooked according to the ancient recipes. Pick up at 10.00AM and drop off in Your Accommodation Taormina, Letojanni and Giardini Naxos with Local Licensed Guide and 8 seats Mercedes A/C Minivan. 

Inclusions: All Food samples, Glass of Prosecco, Organic Etna Products Lunch, Wine tasting (5 different glasses), Pastries & liquors, Local Licensed guide, Round trip transportation by Mercedes Minivan, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Pick up & drop off in Messina & Catania area is not included. Supplement for this is 100€. Thank You

Reviewed By Lulu8London

2020 was a difficult year to travel, but if you can make it, it is all worth it! Given the various restrictions imposed on tourism during this period, Activity Sicily still delivered a rich and smooth programme: food was great, tours are interesting, hotels are comfortable and in great locations, and the cooking class is particularly fun. We focused on the food and wine aspects in this tour, the knowledge behind the food provided great insight into Sicilian people, history and culture. Massimo was hands-on all way through the tour to make sure everything went well, and all the guides are professional, knowledgable, and helped us to make the most of the trip during this difficult time. That said, the bonus is -- with hardly any tourists around, we really got to see the place as it is! Thanks Activity Sicily.

7. Private tour from Messina: Etna Volcano and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting

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During the private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car, you will visit Etna - the highest active volcano in Europe. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Your friendly private guide will tell you history of volcano creation, about eruptions, culture, myths, and folklore of "Mamma Etna" and Sicily itself. Driving by private car through authentic mountain villages, you will visit local honey farm and taste the produce of the fertile volcano terrain, and finally reach “Rifugio Sapienza” at 2000mt. Here you can visit famous Silvestri Craters, admire unforgettable panoramas, visit shops with souvenirs of lava, refresh yourself at some restaurant or bar. Optional ascent with cable car and jeep with the authorized Alpine Guide to 3000mt. Then you will visit one of the best Etna wineries and have lunch of fresh local food with fine red and white Sicilian wines.

Inclusions: Private tour only for your party by comfortable air-conditioned car, Private local tour leader, Private driver/guide, Guided tour of Etna, Visit to local honey farm and tasting of honey, jams, olives, olive oils, wines and liquors, Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off in Messina, Round-trip transportation by private comfortable car, Visit of one of the best Etna wineries and food and wine tasting, Lunch, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Cable car to an altitude of 3000 m (65 Euro for 1 person), Gratuities

Reviewed By LMA5001

Incredible experience. Pasquale is a very nice and upbeat person. He took us to the best wineries. From the moment he picked us up it was clear that he had the entire day in perfect control. He is always professional and also fun. We really enjoyed the wine and food and the cellar tours. Pasquale even sent us several pictures from the day of fun that we had together. It was the highlight of our trip to Sicily. The communication was great - I asked Pasquale to arrange to have a cake for my girlfriend's birthday ... he made sure that at every destination there was a cake and everyone sang. He made me look like a hero! Thank you Pasquale!!!

8. Taormina Outdoor Food and Wine Tour (Private or Small Group)

Corso Umberto, 1, 98039 Taormina ME, Italy Sicily Activities
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Taste Sicilian Organic Food at its finest on this 2-hours and a half evening walking tour of Taormina. Eat and drink like a true local as your guide brings you to the best neighborhood establishments where you’ll sample a variety of delicious regional specialties. Eat fresh fish prepared in four different ways, Arancino, a variety of bruschetta, cakes and other mouthwatering delicacies, as well as palate-pleasing red and white wine and liquor such as Grillo, Nero d'Avola, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Limoncello. Be introduced to new tastes and flavors from your professional licensed guide, a food aficionado.

Inclusions: Local Foodie guide, Organic Food samples, 4 Fish plate samples, 3 Bruschetta, Caponata, Cheeses, Salumi, Arancino, Authentic 5 Wine samples, Welcome Prosecco, 4 Typical Sicilian desserts samples and 3 Liquors

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By Lulu8London

2020 was a difficult year to travel, but if you can make it, it is all worth it! Given the various restrictions imposed on tourism during this period, Activity Sicily still delivered a rich and smooth programme: food was great, tours are interesting, hotels are comfortable and in great locations, and the cooking class is particularly fun. We focused on the food and wine aspects in this tour, the knowledge behind the food provided great insight into Sicilian people, history and culture. Massimo was hands-on all way through the tour to make sure everything went well, and all the guides are professional, knowledgable, and helped us to make the most of the trip during this difficult time. That said, the bonus is -- with hardly any tourists around, we really got to see the place as it is! Thanks Activity Sicily.

9. Siracusa Outdoor Food and Wine Tour (Private or Small Group)

Archimede Square, Piazza Archimede, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy Sicily Activities
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Taste your way through Syracuse with a 2,5-hour small-group food and wine tour with Licensed Local Foodie Guide. Taste a fresh-cooked fish, typical Sicilian appetizers and Siracusa Specialities, homemade Sicilian pastries, and fragrant local Wines and liquors. This tour begins at 6:30pm and is available daily.Walking and sharing with You all the secrets of ancient Siracusa, Your Guide will bring You to authentic family Tavernas hidden in little streets of Ortigia. Hotel pick up/drop-off is not included

Inclusions: Local Licensed Foodie guide , Taste 4 Fish plate samples & typical Sicilian home-made bruschetta, Taste prosecco, white wine, red wine and liquors, Snacks

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Lulu8London

2020 was a difficult year to travel, but if you can make it, it is all worth it! Given the various restrictions imposed on tourism during this period, Activity Sicily still delivered a rich and smooth programme: food was great, tours are interesting, hotels are comfortable and in great locations, and the cooking class is particularly fun. We focused on the food and wine aspects in this tour, the knowledge behind the food provided great insight into Sicilian people, history and culture. Massimo was hands-on all way through the tour to make sure everything went well, and all the guides are professional, knowledgable, and helped us to make the most of the trip during this difficult time. That said, the bonus is -- with hardly any tourists around, we really got to see the place as it is! Thanks Activity Sicily.

10. Private Day Tour of Gole Alcantara with Food and Wine Tasting in Giardini Naxos

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Live this amazing adventure visiting the main national park of Sicily Gole Alcantara, followed by walking tour in famous resort Giardini Naxos and food & wine tasting! This tour is private, made exclusively for your party. Minimum participants is 2 people. 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. Important: when making a booking, please select a tour option depending on your pickup location.

Inclusions: Private tour, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Food tasting, Wine tasting

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Boot rental (20 euro), Gratuities

Reviewed By LMA5001

Incredible experience. Pasquale is a very nice and upbeat person. He took us to the best wineries. From the moment he picked us up it was clear that he had the entire day in perfect control. He is always professional and also fun. We really enjoyed the wine and food and the cellar tours. Pasquale even sent us several pictures from the day of fun that we had together. It was the highlight of our trip to Sicily. The communication was great - I asked Pasquale to arrange to have a cake for my girlfriend's birthday ... he made sure that at every destination there was a cake and everyone sang. He made me look like a hero! Thank you Pasquale!!!

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