Just a few kilometres from Taormina is the pretty seaside town of Giardini Naxos, a lively and charming resort that takes pride in preserving its traditional lifestyle and culture.
This is a popular destination for Italians to holiday, providing a charming corner of Sicily that has grown from a sleepy fishing village to a thriving and beautiful seaside resort.
The long sand-and-pebble beach is divided into a free area where you can hire sunbeds, parasols and pedalos, and a lido part which you pay to use. There's also a man-made beach in the Recanati district where you can enjoy a wide range of watersports. In Summer the seafront comes alive with entertainment that gives you an insight into Sicilian culture, including the Naxos folk group performing in traditional costume, and the Opera dei Pupi, a famous puppet show, which is a treat for all ages.
You'll find lots of smart shops and boutiques in the old town, while the prom is lined with bars that come alive at night, and the harbour is the place to head to for great cafés and seafood restaurants. There are also lovely pizzerias and trattorias throughout the town. On Saturdays you can explore the lively local market of Recanati, selling souvenirs, clothes, shoes and local produce. This area also has lots of family appeal, with its funfair and open-air discos.
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Angela Fortunato
Angela, a native Sicilian, has a passion for her homeland. She studied conservation and restoration for cultural heritage at university. She loves Topflight guests and says "our two populations have so much in common - the great millennial history, beautiful local traditions, love of music and song and of course a native language". For Angela the must see excursions are historical Syracuse and Mount Etna at sunset, a unique experience where you can enjoy sunset from the largest active volcano in Europe. Of course Sicilians love their food and Angela is no exception saying "you can't understand the complexity of Sicilian culture without eating Sicilian food as there are varied culture influences."
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Things to do in Giardini Naxos
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The ancient Greek theatre of Taormina is a sight to behold! Not only does the historic relevance and ancient story behind it captivate its visitors but its natural setting with phenomenal views toward the coast and Mount Etna will take your breath away.
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The ancient theatre in the centre of Taormina’s old town is without doubt a must-see when visiting the area. The construction of the theatre is believed to have taken place around the third century and to allow for its construction over 100,000 cubic metres of rock had to be manually removed from the mountain side.
The theatre was built to accommodate dramatic performances and during the Roman times it was used for gladiatorial battles. It is still used to this day for theatrical performances and concerts and creates a stunning and dramatic backdrop.
What adds to the majesty and grandeur of this fascinating historical site is its position suspended between sea and sky. Some of the best views of Mount Etna and the surrounding coastline can be viewed from this point.
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With both a waterpark and a theme park on site, at Etnaland whether you choose a fun-filled day of waterslides, swimming pools and water toboggans or adrenaline pumping roller coasters and rides, Etnaland has something for you, no matter what your age.
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With both a waterpark and a theme park on site, at Etnaland whether you choose a fun-filled day of waterslides, swimming pools and water toboggans or adrenaline pumping roller coasters and rides, Etnaland has something for you, no matter what your age.
Etnaland, the largest amusement park in Southern Italy has three main sections to be discovered including the AcquaPark, Theme Park and Prehistory Park.
The AcquaPark water park includes over 25 attractions for a total of 8,500 square meters of swimming pools. During the hot summer months in Sicily, this is a real treat! Discover slides, a lazy river, wave pool and some pulse racing options too, including the ‘Black Hole’ and the ‘Kamikaze’.
The theme park consists of five different themed areas, each with something different to discover. Test them all out and find your favourite experiencing roller coasters, go karts, rides and challenges, not to mention the gut wrenching ‘Etnaland Tower’- try it, if you dare!
Lastly, the Prehistory Park presents 23 reproductions of prehistoric specimens in actual size! Walk through the park and witness some truly jaw dropping figures of dinosaurs and other creatures lurking among the trees. This tour will be just as educational and it is exciting and fun!
Adults and teens: €36 for access to both AcquaPark and Theme Park
Kids below 1.40m: €20 for access to both AcquaPark and Theme Park
Kids below 1.00m: Free
Find out more about prices and the park itself on the Etnaland website
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Tour Holidays in Giardini Naxos
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Hotel Diamond
Mount Etna, Syracuse & Catania
Giardini Naxos, Sicily
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Hotel Nike
Mount Etna, Syracuse & Catania
Giardini Naxos, Sicily
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Hotel Kalos
Mount Etna, Syracuse & Catania
Giardini Naxos, Sicily
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Mount Etna, Syracuse & Catania
Giardini Naxos, Sicily
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Hotel Kalos
Giardini Naxos, Sicily
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Hotel Villa Linda
Giardini Naxos, Sicily
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