Taormina Ancient Theatre Tickets with Audio Guide





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Stroll amidst a blend of Roman and Greek architectural marvels while listening to an informative pre-recorded commentary, at a 3rd century theatre.
4.5/5(40)
Helene B
Marta G
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Bypass hour long ticket queues to explore Taormina’s over-2,000-year-old Greco-Roman theatre with historical insights from a multilingual audio guide.
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Wander at your own pace through the amphitheatre, sitting on tiered stone seating that once held up to 10,000 spectators.
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Step onto the stage framed by Roman Corinthian columns, and test the theatre’s ancient acoustics as your voice carries through the space.
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Hear stories of gladiator combats from the 2nd century AD, ancient Greek festivals, and medieval Roman gatherings through rich audio commentary.
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Take in sweeping views of Mount Etna to the Bay of Naxos beyond the stage as you wrap up your experience.
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Add a guided tour in English or Italian for an expert-led exploration of the site, perfect for an immersive and interactive experience.
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Timed-entry to Taormina Ancient Theatre
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Audio guide in Italian, English, French, German and Spanish (as per option selected)
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An expert-led tour in English or Italian (as per option selected)
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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279202Guests from United States, Spain, United Kingdom and over 12 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
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SoloVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5The guide was excellent, particularly saying only a couple of sentences in English then Italian. It was much easier to listen to instead of long explainations in one language and then the other.MMarta G
FamilyVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5Alexio: a guide with a wealth of knowledge and experience, and a great ability to convey it. There were four of us of different ages, and he captured everyone's attention. An excellent guide.SShauni W
CoupleVerified booking2 weeks ago3/5Unfortunatly we didn't have the guided tour, and no one mentioned us before. As well the theatre was not as impressive as we tought it would be. We got the audio tour instead.YYana K
SoloVerified booking3 weeks ago5/5Perfect 🤩 highly recommend , view is fantasticLLillian C
CoupleVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5Worked well. I skipped the line!
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
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Audio guided access: Explore effortlessly with a multilingual audio guide, offering enriching historical insights into the theatre’s history, architecture, and evolution.
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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.
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Upgrades: Choose a guided tour in English or Italian for a deeper, more interactive exploration led by an expert.
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What to bring
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Carry a valid ID proof for verification purposes.
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Please have sufficient charge in your smartphones.
Accessibility
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This experience is suitable for wheelchair users.
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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.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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