How to Get from Riposto to Taormina by Train: A Safe & Easy 45-Minute Trip for Solo Travelers
When based at Cummari in Riposto and want a breezy day trip to Taormina, here’s the best plan:
By Train
Take a regional train from Giarre-Riposto station (15 min walk from Cummari)
The train ride to Taormina-Giardini takes about 25–30 minutes — perfect for sipping your morning espresso and watching the Ionian coast roll by.
Tickets are usually around €3 one-wa
From Taormina-Giardini into Town
Once you arrive at the gorgeous Harry Potter looking Taormina-Giardini station, the beautiful old town is up a steep hill.
Here are your best options:
Local shuttle bus — inexpensive and drops you near the main piazza. Ask the station where to pick it up.
Taxi — quick and easy
Hike — about 45 minutes - and a real hike you will need athletic shoes and water.
Top 5 Things You Should Do in Taormina
Teatro Greco (Ancient Greek Theatre)
Put this at the top of your list — it’s one of the most unforgettable viewpoints in Sicily with the sea and Mount Etna stretching out beyond you.
Expect to spend at least 45–60 minutes here exploring and snapping photos.
Corso Umberto I
You should wander this lovely pedestrian street slowly — pop into boutique shops, admire ceramics, and people-watch over coffee.
Isola Bella Nature Reserve
If the weather’s good, head down to this tiny pearl-shaped island beach — the cable car or funivia makes it an easy trip down from town.
Funivia to Mazzarò Beach
This cable-car ride is not just practical but scenic and fun. It’s a few euros each way and drops you right near beach clubs and swimming spots. This can be closed off-season.
Piazza IX Aprile at Sunset
This is your sunset moment — grab a drink, watch the colors change over Etna, and just breathe it in.
Top Cafés (Including Chic & Posh Spots)
After strolling around town or before hitting the beach, these cafés are perfect for coffee, granita, or an elegant break:
Le Bar Louis Vuitton
This luxury café-bar on Corso Umberto is ideal for a stylish, indulgent drink or an elegant snack — a unique, upscale experience in Taormina’s heart.
Caffè Wunderbar
Right on Piazza IX Aprile, great for a coffee with a panoramic view — perfect for a mid-morning break.
Bam Bar
Iconic for Sicily’s famous granita with brioche. Casual but incredibly delicious and a must-try.
Bar Pasticceria Etna dal 1963
A classic if you want an authentic Italian pastry and espresso before exploring — traditional but timeless.
Timoleone Café
A great choice if you’re looking for cocktails or a stylish terrace vibe in the evening.
Beach Clubs You Should Check Out
Taormina’s beach vibes are seriously worth it — especially if you want a day of sunbathing, sea views, and comfortable loungers:
Tao Beach Club
This is one of the most upscale beach clubs around Taormina, known for comfy cabanas, a sea-view bar, and a lively but refined atmosphere. It’s a great place for a day of relaxing beach life with cocktails in hand.
Lido La Pigna
A classic choice near Mazzarò — laid-back, scenic, and perfect for a beach lunch, drinks, or just lounging all afternoon with snacks and sea views.
⭐ Other lovely lidos include smaller local spots like Lido Golden Beach Taormina or Lido Il Delfino, both offering umbrellas, sunbeds, and easy access from the funivia area.
Money & Practical Tips
Dress for comfort: Taormina’s cobblestones call for comfy shoes and sunglasses.
Best times: Late afternoon is ideal for exploring and sunset views — you’ll avoid the midday crowds.
Beach bookings: In summer, beach clubs can fill up — booking a lounger earlier in the day is a smart move.
