Badia Vecchia played an important defensive role over the years. Now a historic attraction, you can just imagine some of the spectacles its fortified walls have witnessed.

This history-filled fortress is often on the itineraries of visitors to Taormina. But Badia Vecchia isn't the only drawcard in the area. Greek Theatre, Lido Mazzaro, and Taormina Cable Car are some other interesting sights nearby.

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Outstanding view, breakfast was fantastic, very clean, and convieniently located. Highly recommend.

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Chicago (ORD) to Catania (CTA)

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Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa

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Absolutely loved our stay here! The Castello San Marco really is charming! The property is beautiful, the room was extremely spacious and comfortable, the breakfast was fantastic, and we can't say enough about how lovely the staff was! Alexandra and Flavia were so wonderful and helpful with everything we asked for. We would stay there again any time!

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