Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Shopping is a popular pastime in Taormina, particularly on Corso Umberto I. Here you'll
find inviting delis and attractive boutiques selling high-quality ceramic goods, lace and
linen tableware, antique furniture and jewellery.
CERAMICS
Carlo Mirella Panarello
(Via Antonio Marziani)
Sicily has a long tradition of ceramic production and this is a good bet
for original ceramic designs. The workshop is on Via A Marzani (ring the bell for admis-
sion), while around the corner on Corso Umberto I, the shop sells more traditional jew-
ellery, bags and hats.
La Torinese
FOOD, WINE
(Corso Umberto 59)
This is a fantastic place to stock up on local olive oil, capers, marmalade,
honey and wine. Smash-proof bubble wrapping helps to bring everything home in one
piece.
Information
EMERGENCIES
Police Station
(
0942 61 02 01; Corso Umberto 219)
MEDICAL SERVICES
0942 57 92 97; Contrada Sirina)
Downhill, 2km from the centre.
Ospedale San Vincenzo
(
TOURIST INFORMATION
Tourist Office
( 094 22 32 43;
www.gate2taormina.com
; Piazza Santa Caterina, off Corso Umberto I;
8.30am-2.30pm & 3.30-7pm Mon-Fri year-round, 9am-1pm & 4-6.30pm Sat Apr-Oct)
Has helpful multilingual
staff and plenty of practical information.
Getting There & Around
BUS
The bus is the best way to reach Taormina. The bus station is on Via Luigi Pirandello, a
400m walk from Porta Messina, the northeastern entrance to the old town.
Etna Trasporti
(
095 53 27 16;
www.etnatrasporti.it
)
runs direct to/from Catania airport (€7.90, 1½ hours, six
daily Monday to Saturday, four Sunday).
Interbus
(
0942 62 53 01; Via Luigi Pirandello)
services
