Castelmola Things To Do

Castelmola is located high above the holiday resort of Taormina offering panoramic views of the coastline, the Bay of Giardini Naxos, and the spectacular Mount Etna. Full of pretty winding streets, traditional bars and restaurants, a Castelmola holiday is the perfect alternative to the busy resort of Taormina. Stroll around in the warm sunshine and feel your cares drift away.

 

The holiday resort of Taormina is only a few kilometres away and a day trip from Castelmola will provide many sightseeing opportunities. There are plenty of little coves and bays that allow swimming and snorkelling in the warm sea. Sightseeing in Taormina should also include the fountain in piazza duomo and the beautiful Duke of Cesar city gardens. The 10^th century Arabian necropolis is also well worth a visit.

 

Holiday makers who prefer to stay busy will find plenty of sports activities in and around Castelmola. Surfing, sailing, canoeing, and scuba diving are just a few of the water sports available by the beaches. Golfers should try the Picciolo Golf club located on top of an active volcano providing spectacular views over the sea. Thanks to the excellent climate these sports can be enjoyed at almost any time of the year.

 

There are numerous fine restaurants and of course pizzerias in Castelmola. Garden restaurants provide stunning views while diners relax and enjoy fish, pasta, and of course pizza dishes. A trip to Taormina should include a visit to the Gran Duca restaurant where the terrace provides fantastic views of the Ionian Sea, and the seafood dishes are the best in the area.

 

Excursions from Castelmola should include the magical Isola Bella Nature Reserve where snorkelling around the sea beds will allow you to view some amazingly colourful marine life. The Alcantara River Park is 25Km from Taormina and boasts famous gorges formed by the eruption of a small volcano.