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After seeing Anton du Beke and Giovanni Pernice dancing in this square on tv, it was top of our to do list on our holiday! It lived up to our expectations and offered breathtaking views over the coastline a very long way below . A taxi dropped us off by the entrance, and a walk through a fairly long pedestrian shopping street lined with hotels, eateries, ice cream parlours, shops selling high end brands of clothing, shoes, jewellery, watches and artisan gifts and ceramics we arrived at the square, which was overlooked by a church, a castle, more hotels and restaurants. The view was awesome as we'd hoped. Note: we discovered there is a ski lift / cable car there that takes you back down to the bay. We never saw it, only the cables it runs on so I'm not sure how to describe it. There is a beautiful mosaic on the wall on the left as you exit the square worth looking out for. To get to the taxi we had to continue walking the gauntlet of the very tempting shops and get through the arch to a busy area to the Post Office where our taxi driver collected us.

Hakan GuzganHakan Guzgan

Piazza IX Aprile, in the heart of Taormina’s Old Town, is simply stunning. Whether you visit during the day or at night, it’s absolutely worth seeing. After dark, the atmosphere transforms, and the Piazza takes on an enchanting charm that’s unforgettable. The breathtaking Mediterranean view from here is unmatched, offering a perfect backdrop for photos or a moment of reflection. The Piazza is surrounded by beautiful churches, vibrant restaurants, cozy cafes, and boutique shopping spots, making it the most scenic point in Taormina. We visited multiple times and would happily return again and again. For anyone in Taormina, a visit to Piazza IX Aprile is a must. Highly recommended!

Παντελής ΔιαμάντηςΠαντελής Διαμάντης

Piazza IX Aprile in Taormina is one of the most beautiful squares in Sicily, combining history and elegance. The square is framed by the Church of San Giuseppe, built in the 17th century in Sicilian Baroque style, and the medieval Clock Tower (Torre dell’Orologio), originally from the 12th century. Its name commemorates 9 April 1860, when Garibaldi’s uprising against the Bourbons was announced. From here, the views of Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea are truly unique, making it a perfect meeting point and a place where history and daily life come together.

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After seeing Anton du Beke and Giovanni Pernice dancing in this square on tv, it was top of our to do list on our holiday! It lived up to our expectations and offered breathtaking views over the coastline a very long way below . A taxi dropped us off by the entrance, and a walk through a fairly long pedestrian shopping street lined with hotels, eateries, ice cream parlours, shops selling high end brands of clothing, shoes, jewellery, watches and artisan gifts and ceramics we arrived at the square, which was overlooked by a church, a castle, more hotels and restaurants. The view was awesome as we'd hoped. Note: we discovered there is a ski lift / cable car there that takes you back down to the bay. We never saw it, only the cables it runs on so I'm not sure how to describe it. There is a beautiful mosaic on the wall on the left as you exit the square worth looking out for. To get to the taxi we had to continue walking the gauntlet of the very tempting shops and get through the arch to a busy area to the Post Office where our taxi driver...