Taormina

Taormina is an Italian town situated in Sicily near the city of Messina.

Taormina was founded by a Greek colony around 800 B.C. and rapidly became one of the most prosperous towns in Sicily. Thanks to its breathtaking landscape and the numerous historical monuments, it is one of the most stimulating cultural destinations in Europe.

Some of its main attractions are the ancient theatre of Taormina, Palazzo Corvaja, the Church of San Domenico, the Giardini della Villa Comunale and the Santuario Madonna della Rocca.

Taormina is also worldwide recognized for its proximity to Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano.

On 26–27 May 2017, Taormina hosted the 43rd G7 summit.

Please click on the following links for more information:

https://www.taormina.it/

http://www.visitsicily.info/en/10cosea/taormina_10/

How to reach Taormina

Taormina is straightforward to reach. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa and there is a regular bus service from the airport to Taormina. The journey takes about an hour and a half, and there are services throughout the daytime and early evening. Tickets can be booked online in advance or at kiosks outside the airport terminal building. If you are arriving late and relying on public transport, it may be best to stay overnight in Catania, or arrange a taxi transfer through your Taormina hotel.

The bus terminal in Taormina is on on Via Luigi Pirandello, a short walk downhill from the town centre, so you will still have to drag your suitcases to your accommodation (check the distance before committing to this), or arrange for a taxi.

Bus travel is often the quickest way between towns in Sicily, as the island's rail network is limited. Taormina does have a railway station, situated by the sea, far below the town. The station also serves the coastal settlement of Giardini Naxos, and the station is therefore named Taormina - Giardini. The station is on the railway line that connects Messina, Catania and Siracusa, and is also served by long-distance trains from Rome.

Small local buses serve Taormina and its local districts, including the station. Tickets can be bought from the driver, or at the station newsagents (edicola). The zig-zagging journey up to Taormina takes about ten minutes. Longer distance buses, including the one from Catania airport, stop in Giardini Naxos as well as in Taormina.

If you are planning to drive to Taormina, parking is possible in the park house attached just outside (300-400 m) from the town centre and 600-800 from the hotel. You will see the direction just before entering the town. You cannot miss them.
Parcheggio Lumbi : http://www.taorminaservizipubblici.it/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9&Itemid=26 
Parcheggio Porta Catania : http://www.taorminaservizipubblici.it/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=311

Hotel Villa Diodoro

The event will take place at the Hotel Villa Diodoro situated at a walking distance from town of Taormina

With over one-hundred year of history, Hotel Villa Diodoro can accomodate up to 800 people in 2 main conference halls and 5 meeting rooms perfectly equipped for any necessity.

The Main conference can accomodate up to 400 delegates and benefits from streams of natural light and views of hotel's enchanting citrus gardens.

Hotel Villa Diodoro
Via Bagnoli Croci, 75 - 98039 Taormina (ME)
Tel: +39 0942 23312 - Fax: +39 0942 23391
E-mail: diodoro@gaishotels.com