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Taormina Ancient Theatre Tickets with Audio Guide

Taormina Ancient Theatre ruins with stone columns and archways, Sicily.
Person viewing Mount Etna through Taormina Ancient Theatre archway, Sicily.
Panoramic view of ancient theatre of Taormina with coastline in background, Sicily.
Aerial view of the ancient theatre of Taormina, surrounded by greenery and buildings, Sicily, Italy.

Duration

1 hr

Open today

9:00am - 6:15pm

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Stroll amidst a blend of Roman and Greek architectural marvels while listening to an informative pre-recorded commentary, at a 3rd century theatre.

4.2/5

(23)

Helen D

Couple
Verified booking
Nov 2025
The ancient theater with Mt Etna seen in background is an amazing place- a must see when in Sicily! The staff at the theater were so pleasant professional and helpful. It poured rain at our allotted time so we were in a restaurant waiting for rain to subside. We arrived a couple hours after allotted time . they accepted our tickets purchased thru headout without hesitation '. it was fantastic!

Fernando O

Couple
Verified booking
Oct 2025
The theater of Taormina is one of the best preserved Greek theaters, and in fact, today it is still used for performances in summer. It is shocking to think that on those same steps the ancient spectators were delighted with the words of Aeschylus, Sophocles or Euripides. Besides, the weather was very nice (mid-October) and we were able to visit at our leisure.

Hanne M

Group
Verified booking
Oct 2025
Came early, spent one and a half wonderful hour before it got too crowded. Liked the audio guide a lot, nice to walk around and listen and spend the time I wanted. Also liked that the audio guide included som general history and stories about the area
    • Timed-entry to Taormina Ancient Theatre

    • Audio guide in Italian, English, French, German and Spanish (as per option selected)

    • An expert-led tour in English or Italian (as per option selected)

  • Explore Taormina’s ancient Greco-Roman theatre at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide offering rich historical context.

    Getting started

    Arrive at the theatre entrance, present your pre-booked ticket, and enter after a brief security check for your self-paced visit.

    What to expect

    Carved into the Sicilian hills, Taormina’s Ancient Theatre dates back to the 3rd century BC and was later transformed by the Romans. Once a venue for Greek plays and Roman gladiatorial combats, it remains one of Sicily’s most remarkable and well-preserved landmarks, still hosting performances over 2,000 years later.

    Features

    • Audio guided access: Explore effortlessly with a multilingual audio guide, offering enriching historical insights into the theatre’s history, architecture, and evolution.

    • Self-paced exploration: Wander through the theatre’s three main sections, the stage, orchestra, and cavea, and take in sweeping views of Mount Etna, the Bay of Naxos, at your own relaxed pace.

    • Upgrades: Choose a guided tour in English or Italian for a deeper, more interactive exploration led by an expert.

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 23 reviews

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    These ratings include verified reviews from both Headout guests and our trusted partners who operate this experience locally. All reviews come from real travelers who've taken this experience.

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    Guests from Spain, France, United Kingdom and over 9 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    David R

    Solo
    Verified booking
    Dec 2025
    Beautiful experience a magical place.

    Helen D

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Nov 2025
    The ancient theater with Mt Etna seen in background is an amazing place- a must see when in Sicily! The staff at the theater were so pleasant professional and helpful. It poured rain at our allotted time so we were in a restaurant waiting for rain to subside. We arrived a couple hours after allotted time . they accepted our tickets purchased thru headout without hesitation '. it was fantastic!

    Fernando O

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Oct 2025
    The theater of Taormina is one of the best preserved Greek theaters, and in fact, today it is still used for performances in summer. It is shocking to think that on those same steps the ancient spectators were delighted with the words of Aeschylus, Sophocles or Euripides. Besides, the weather was very nice (mid-October) and we were able to visit at our leisure.

    Hanne M

    Group
    Verified booking
    Oct 2025
    Came early, spent one and a half wonderful hour before it got too crowded. Liked the audio guide a lot, nice to walk around and listen and spend the time I wanted. Also liked that the audio guide included som general history and stories about the area

    Julia M

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Aug 2025
    The Greek theater of Taormina is a must of a visit to this beautiful Sicilian town. The views are breathtaking.
  • Taormina Ancient Theatre

    Monday9:00am - 6:15pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Tuesday9:00am - 6:15pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Wednesday9:00am - 6:15pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Thursday9:00am - 6:15pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Friday9:00am - 6:15pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Saturday9:00am - 6:15pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Sunday9:00am - 6:15pmlast entry 5:30pm
  • What to bring

    • Carry a valid ID proof for verification purposes.

    • Please have sufficient charge in your smartphones.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is suitable for wheelchair users.

    • Visitors with disabilities and one accompanying companion can enter free of charge upon presenting valid certification from health or social care services.

    Additional information

    • On the first Sunday of every month, admission to sites across eastern Sicily, including those in Taormina, is free, with tickets issued only on-site at the ticket office.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    Ticket Redemption Point

    • Redeem your ticket at Teatro Antico di Taormina.

    • Address: Via Teatro Greco, 1, 98039 Taormina ME, Italy.

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

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