Things to do in Ancient Theatre of Taormina
Step into a Greek tragedy at The Ancient Theatre of Taormina (Teatro Antico di Taormina), carved into the rocks of Monte Tauro and enjoy jaw-dropping views of the Ionian coast and Mount Etna.
Where natural scenery becomes one with the architecture, the theatre was built in the third century B.C by the ancient Greeks. With its perfect acoustics from any area of the auditorium, the Greeks used it for musical and drama performances. After the Romans conquered Taormina and made it a Roman colony, the theatre was expanded and renovated, used for gladiator fights and naval battles (expanded and renovated).
Today, the well-preserved theatre hosts opera concerts, ballets, dramas, and the most important Italian cinematic event; the David di Donatello award ceremony! Elton John, Duran Duran have even played here - make sure to check out what’s on when you visit.
Why not book a tour and step back in time, retrace its history and explore the site of the second-largest theatre in Taormina. Discover its different sections: the stage, auditorium and orchestra. A breathtaking beauty lies in its damage, and the ‘v’ shape gap behind the stage makes way for panoramic views of Taormina from above.
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Entrance tickets to the Ancient Theater of Taormina with Audioguide
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Reviews Ancient Theatre of Taormina
“Muy bien conservado”
“Escursione ben organizzata sia nei tempi che nei contenuti. Vedere l'Etna da vicino vale il viaggio in Sicilia, Taormina e il suo teatro poi, la conclusione perfetta di una giornata meravigliosa grazie anche alla bravura, alla preparazione e alla gentilezza di Natascia, la guida. Consigliato.”
“Mooie afwisselende dagtrip! Wel vonden wij het jammer dat het behoorlijk prijzig is om verder naar boven te gaan dan het punt waar de tour je brengt. Als je de vulkaan / het gebied beter wilt bekijken, betaal je flink extra. Wijnproeverij had niet gehoeven, beetje commercieel en niet zo bijzonder.”
“Tutto perfetto”
