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Garden · Taormina, Sicília
Villa Comunale di Taormina
Public garden on terraces above the sea, created in the late 19th century by the Englishwoman Florence Trevelyan, with brick and stone structures and views of the bay of Naxos and Mount Etna.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Villa Comunale di Taormina
The Villa Comunale, also called Parco Duchi di Cesarò, is Taormina's public garden. It was created in the late 19th century by the Englishwoman Florence Trevelyan, who moved to the town, married a local doctor and bought slopes to create her garden.
The park descends in terraces, with tree-lined avenues, Mediterranean and exotic plants, and small brick, stone and wooden structures she commissioned: towers, viewpoints and pavilions that locals call colmeias. They were used for birdwatching and for resting.
From the viewpoints you can see the bay of Naxos, the coast as far as Giardini and, on clear days, Mount Etna. The area also preserves cannons and a memorial to the war dead.
Entrance is free and the garden is a pleasant refuge from the heat and the bustle of Corso Umberto, just a few minutes away.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Best time
Around midday to escape the sun on the Corso, or late afternoon with low light over the bay. Check opening hours, which vary by season.
How to get there
On foot, about a 5-minute walk from Piazza IX Aprile, descending via Via Bagnoli Croce.
Tip
Look for the viewpoints in the lower part of the garden, with views of the bay. Bring water: there are few vending points inside the park.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Villa Comunale di Taormina
Is there an admission fee?
No, there is no entrance fee. Check the opening hours, which vary depending on the season.
Who created the garden?
The Englishwoman Florence Trevelyan, who lived in Taormina at the end of the 19th century. The garden later passed to the municipality.
What are the garden's beehives?
Small brick, stone and wooden structures that Florence Trevelyan had built as viewpoints and shelters for birdwatching.