Spisone Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Corso Umberto
During your visit to Taormina, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Corso Umberto. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Taormina Cable Car
On this quick and practical lift system, appreciate the picturesque views as you soar above the beaches and coves of Mazzarò and spot the historic landmarks of Taormina.
Greek Theatre
Visit this ancient theater to admire Roman ruins, watch internationally acclaimed musicians and enjoy stunning views across the Bay of Nexus.
Piazza del Duomo
A 17th-century fountain and a 13th-century cathedral are among the historic landmarks on this iconic plaza, where you’ll find a lively market in summer.
Porta di Catania
Pass through this gateway, following in the footsteps of visitors to Taormina many centuries ago, to find trendy cafés and bars in the Old Town.
Porta Messina
Learn about the local history of Taormina when you spend time at Porta Messina. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Giardini Naxos Taormina Isola Bella Blue Grotto Boat Tour
Taormina: Ancient Theater Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide
Private tour of Etna with food and wine tasting in the cellar
Relaxing snorkeling tour at the Isola Bella Marine Park Taormina
Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion
Our pick of the best Spisone Hotel Deals
Hotel Lido Mediterranee
"The Lido M is an older hotel, would say built in the 50’s, the rooms were a bit tight especially the bathroom, but overall well maintained and clean. The bed was a bit stiff but we slept well with the great sounds of the waves and the cool breezes of the ocean. It’s down at the bottom of the hill ..."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
BAY PALACE MAZZARO'
"Bay Palace is situated close to the beach with easy access up to Taormina by cable car. The views from this hotel are stunning."
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Hotel Baia Delle Sirene
"Room was clean Carmen was amazing she tended to our every need. Lovely location with everything you need."
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotiday Taormina Mare
"Property was well maintained and clean. Views were incredible of the sea and the mountains. Staff was fantastic, and very helpful when we had questions. Breakfast had a nice variety, and very good. Pool was refreshing. Overall, a great hotel."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
UNA Hotels Capotaormina
"Very nice view from hotel. Great pool and nice cave beach"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Splendid Hotel Taormina
"Proximity to both the city centre and to the beach was excellent. We enjoyed that it was walking distance to anywhere we needed to go and very safe. Breakfast was wonderful with very helpful and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Spisone
Mazzaro
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Mazzaro. A stop by Lido Mazzaro or Isola Bella might round out your trip.
Taormina City Centre
The colourful gardens and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Taormina City Centre. A stop by Corso Umberto or Piazza IX April might round out your trip.
