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The World’s 100 Best Archaeological Sites & Ruins

Ancient Theatre of Taormina

Taormina, Italy

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RUINS & SITES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 92 2026
Ancient Theatre of Taormina

A Greek theatre rebuilt by the Romans, carved into the slopes of Monte Tauro above the town. Visitors walk up the stone tiers and among the ruins, with views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna.

Highlights

  • Stone seating tiers
  • Scaenae frons stage wall
  • Views of Mount Etna

Good to know

  • Tickets cost 14 euros, book online
  • Ticket line can be long at opening
  • Little shade, many steps to climb

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