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Messina Gate – Greco-Roman Amphitheater of Taormina loop from Taormina

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Messina Gate – Greco-Roman Amphitheater of Taormina loop from Taormina

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Messina Gate – Greco-Roman Amphitheater of Taormina loop from Taormina

02:16

6.81km

310m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.31 km

Balconies on Via Teatro Greco, Taormina

Highlight • Viewpoint

A fantastic corner of architecture and greenery as you stroll towards the Greek theatre of Taormina

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1.43 km

Messina Gate

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From the ancient time come two city gate, Porta Messina in the north and Porta Catania in the south. Porta Messina is a remnant of a former fortress wall. This …

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1.74 km

Corso Umberto I (Taormina)

Highlight • Settlement

Corso Umberto is a popular promenade in historic Taormina. The antique shopping street invites you to shop and stroll. In cozy cafés you can enjoy the incomparable flair of Taormina.

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2.15 km

Fountain of Piazza Duomo

Highlight • Monument

Really nice fountain in close proximity to the church.

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3.41 km

Greco-Roman Amphitheater of Taormina

Highlight • Historical Site

During his trip to Italy, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe came here and remained speechless at the sight of the Greek theater (3rd century BC), symbol of the city.

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4.36 km

Odeon of Taormina

Highlight • Historical Site

The Odeon is another smaller Greek-style theater built during the Roman Empire.
The remains of the Odeon were only discovered by chance during construction work in 1892.

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4.67 km

Greek Theatre

Highlight • Historical Site

The ancient Greek amphitheater is considered the pinnacle of historical sights in Taormina. Perched on a hill, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the shimmering sea, the Bay of Naxos, …

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6.47 km

Goetheweg Trailhead to Taormina

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Very, very nice way. Great view.

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6.81 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.63 km

2.11 km

758 m

224 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.76 km

1.99 km

1.59 km

261 m

170 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 17 May

22°C

14°C

11 %

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Messina Gate – Greco-Roman Amphitheater of Taormina loop from Taormina

Balconies on Via Teatro Greco, Taormina

Messina Gate

Corso Umberto I (Taormina)

Fountain of Piazza Duomo

Greco-Roman Amphitheater of Taormina

Odeon of Taormina

Greek Theatre

Goetheweg Trailhead to Taormina

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