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Giardini Naxos

Giardini Naxos is a coastal municipality in the Metropolitan City of Messina, Sicily, situated on the Ionian Sea between Cape Taormina and Cape Schisò. Evolving into a seaside resort since the 1970s, it serves as a popular tourist destination and cruise ship stop. The town offers a blend of ancient Greek heritage and modern resort amenities, making it an ideal base for travelers seeking convenient access to Sicily's eastern coast.

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🚆 Alcantara railway station🚆 Taormina-Giardini railway station🚆 Calatabiano railway halt

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Before choosing where to stay

Where to Base

Hotels are primarily concentrated along the seafront promenade, offering easy access to the port and beach. As a major cruise ship stop, the area is vibrant and convenient for travelers prioritizing accessibility and scenic views.

Getting Around

Transport relies mainly on buses and taxis to reach neighboring towns. For connections from Catania or Messina airports, plan transfers in advance to explore the wider Sicilian region effectively.

Best Season

Summer is the peak season due to cruise traffic and warm weather, ideal for beach activities but crowded. Spring and autumn offer quieter experiences for travelers seeking relaxation away from the peak tourist rush.

Nearby attractions

Naxos

Naxos

Historic679 m

human settlement in Italy

Schisò Castle

Schisò Castle

Historic518 m

Castle in Giardini Naxos, Italy

Vignazza Tower

Vignazza Tower

Historic540 m

Ancient theatre of Taormina

Ancient theatre of Taormina

Culture3.7 km

ancient Greek theatre

Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari

Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari

Worship3.1 km

church building in Taormina, Italy

San Pancrazio

San Pancrazio

Worship3.9 km

church building in Taormina, Italy

Sant'Agostino

Sant'Agostino

Worship3.3 km

church building in Taormina, Italy

Castello di Monte Tauro

Castello di Monte Tauro

Historic3.6 km

castle in Taormina, Italy

Tauromenium

Historic3.7 km

ancient city and polis

Dining

St. George by Heinz Beck

Restaurant★★ Michelin€€€€3.9 km

One of the most desirable and exclusive locations in Taormina, the St. George is situated in The Ashbee Hotel, an early-20C villa on the edge of Taormina’s historic centre which has retained all the charm of a private house with its elegant lounge and breathtaking terrace adorned with palm trees that frame the Straits of Messina. The cuisine comes courtesy of a partnership between Heinz Beck and resident chef Salvatore Iuliano. The three-starred Michelin chef’s instinctive elegance and gastronomic intuition combine with Calabrian-born Salvatore’s passionate and colourful take on Mediterranean

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Otto Geleng

Restaurant Michelin€€€€3.6 km

The elegant atmosphere at this restaurant is typical of Taormina and of Sicily’s old villas, with just eight tables laid out on a terrace adorned with bougainvillea and overlooking Taormina, the Bay of Naxos and Etna. The decor here shows real attention to detail, with an emphasis on the splendour of a grand old residence, while chef Roberto Toro creates typical Sicilian dishes reinterpreted with his own personal twist. His cuisine is showcased on various tasting menus, including a vegetarian option, from which dishes can be chosen à la carte style. We particularly enjoyed the chef’s signature

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À Putia - Enoteca e Cucina

Restaurant€€1.3 km

This restaurant began life in 1946 as a grocery store (the name is the Sicilian word for shop) which, forty years later, was transformed into a very simple yet attractive trattoria-cum-wine bar (don’t be shocked by the paper tablecloths!). The cuisine focuses mainly on fish, seafood and fresh market produce, while the wines come from Sicily and further afield. Booking ahead is essential here, partly because there are only a few tables but also because the opening hours vary depending on the season. You may find it difficult to find somewhere to park between the main street and the seafront in

Kisté - Easy Gourmet

Restaurant€€3.1 km

Housed in the 15C Casa Cipolla, with a romantic terrace for summer dining, Kistè is a treasure trove of gourmet Sicilian cuisine prepared in contemporary style.

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Blum

Restaurant€€€€4.5 km

A magnificent location directly in a gazebo where you can count the waves breaking on the beach, but in case of bad weather, there’s also an equally intimate and elegant indoor dining room available. Pampered by attentive and exceptionally kind service, follow the chef’s creations along tasting journeys, including vegetarian options, or à la carte dishes from both land and sea, always served with great aesthetic taste, often built on local products crafted with contemporary and colorful sensibility. In short, enjoy the complete experience that two hours in this exclusive corner of Sicily will

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Ristorante Pizzeria Spizzicannu

italian_restaurant78 m

Italian

Ristorante Da Pippo Lupo Di Mare

seafood_restaurant213 m

Seafood

Ristorante Pizzeria Taverna Naxos

italian_restaurant438 m

Italian

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