Villa Comunale
Villa Comunale
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- Bryony C5 contributionsLovely tripThe Villa Comunale is a lovely little park nicely situated in Taormina. The views from the park are absolutely beautiful and you could easily spend time leisurely eating a gelato soaking up the views. The park itself is lovely and peaceful, and a welcome break from the crows of Taormina. A beautiful setting for our engagement and its now holds wonderful memories for us.Visited August 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 October 2023
- Claudia PToronto, Canada56 contributionsPeaceful and BeautifulThis was a very pretty park where you could spend a couple of hours walking around while getting away from the crowds. There is some history, nice gardens and stunning views of the Ionian Sea. I would highly recommend a visit. Take your time, enjoy the peacefulness and snap some beautiful photos.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 April 2024
- Ana VEugene, Oregon655 contributionsBeautiful Park - City and people are lucky to have this!This is an incredibly beautiful park that was donated by Florence Trevelyan to the city. The pathways, plants, trees and views are stunning. You will even find wonderful playground equipment, exercise equipment, and gazebos. It is like a fairy tale place! It is all beautifully cared for by the city. It is definitely worth a visit and a wonderful place to relax.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 15 April 2024
- Seeking True QualityEurope4,803 contributionsBeautiful, quiet and relaxingAs it is off the beaten tourist track, we were almost alone among the lush vegetation in this lovely public garden. Originally named Hallington Siculo, it was created by Florence Trevelyan, an English gardener who fell in love with Taormina. In 1890, she moved there, purchased the lovely Isola Bella, married Professor Salvatore Cacciola and died there in 1907. She imported a lot of non-native plants to this garden and erected some buildings for decoration (so-called follies) from which birds could be watched.Visited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 27 April 2024
- Sally62Northampton, United Kingdom6,072 contributionsBeautiful gardens with great viewsBeautiful gardens on the cliff edge that were created by an Englishwoman, Florence Trevelyan. Lovely views across the bay to Etna. Lots of sheltered walkways and benches if you want to sit in the shade for a while. Planted borders, unusual follies, statues and a children's play area. A delightful place to spend a bit of time away from the crowds.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 27 June 2024
- Anthony T1 contributionWorth a visit but get there early.The veiws from the top are amazing looking towards Isola Bella and to the South. The narrow streets and shops are really worth a visit as is the Theatre. However it gets very busy and then not so nice, we went to the theatre for 9, parking was ok and almost had it to ourselves. Leaving at 11, all the visitor groups had arrived and very busy.Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 7 July 2024
- 301lisa33Coventry, United Kingdom2,013 contributionsPleasant spaceThis is a pleasant space offering lots of shade. There are many areas to explore. (Some parts were not available.) Nice place for a wander or a rest. There is a bougainvillea hedge which looked lovely when we visited. Fabulous vies of Etna. The park has a bar and toilet facilities. There is a small display of some war memorabilia. Some areas, especially some of the buildings, are in need of maintenanceVisited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 25 August 2024
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Nicole D
Hamilton, New Zealand3 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
Loved the huge variety of shops from handmade shoes to jewellery, and gelato. The amphitheater is incredible and we even enjoyed lunch at the Cafe on site overlooking the sea. We caught the train from Messina which goes every 30 min approx and then a 20 euro taxi to the town which is high up. it only takes 20 min to walk back down. Easy walking through and round the town. You can also take the gondol down to the beach if you don't want to walk.
Written 24 September 2023
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Ally.x Wright
Dorchester, UK217 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Excellent gardens, in the shade which was welcome on such a hot day. They are well designed and interesting with historical information boards. I would recommend these gardens to anyone looking for some
Peace and quiet away from the bustle of the Main Street or the heat of the beach. Lovely
Peace and quiet away from the bustle of the Main Street or the heat of the beach. Lovely
Written 26 July 2022
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Seeking True Quality
Europe4,803 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
As it is off the beaten tourist track, we were almost alone among the lush vegetation in this lovely public garden.
Originally named Hallington Siculo, it was created by Florence Trevelyan, an English gardener who fell in love with Taormina. In 1890, she moved there, purchased the lovely Isola Bella, married Professor Salvatore Cacciola and died there in 1907. She imported a lot of non-native plants to this garden and erected some buildings for decoration (so-called follies) from which birds could be watched.
Originally named Hallington Siculo, it was created by Florence Trevelyan, an English gardener who fell in love with Taormina. In 1890, she moved there, purchased the lovely Isola Bella, married Professor Salvatore Cacciola and died there in 1907. She imported a lot of non-native plants to this garden and erected some buildings for decoration (so-called follies) from which birds could be watched.
Written 27 April 2024
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301lisa33
Coventry, UK2,013 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
This is a pleasant space offering lots of shade. There are many areas to explore. (Some parts were not available.) Nice place for a wander or a rest. There is a bougainvillea hedge which looked lovely when we visited. Fabulous vies of Etna. The park has a bar and toilet facilities. There is a small display of some war memorabilia. Some areas, especially some of the buildings, are in need of maintenance
Written 25 August 2024
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Bluebellplasnewydd
Cardiff, UK2,042 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
This is the place to visit if you are hot and tired. The gardens are subtropical and free to entry with plenty of shade and benches. The foliage is unusual and well tended with large trees and bushes. You can amble around on paved paths with views of the extensive coastline. Supposedly you can enter from a track near the ancient theatre but we found it was padlocked. The gardens are also a short walk from the main shopping street.
Written 4 June 2022
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Chrisgale
Sheffield, UK1,197 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
We did this after the Greek theatre as they are not far apart and this is completely free. Wonderful planting, follies and stunning views. Plenty of seats if you want to take a picnic. Quite a few steps down to it initially but such a lovely experience. You can normally walk down from the theatre but the path was closed. Really worth a visit
Written 15 May 2022
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Anne M
Boston, MA5 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
This location was very pleasant. Plenty of shade provided a nice break from the intense sunshine and heat of mid-day in July. VIews of the beaches, sea, and buildings below were stupendous. The Asian buildings, statues, and plant variety in the were interesting to see. I thoroughly enjoyed strolling along the pathways here.
Written 17 July 2023
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Bryony C
5 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
The Villa Comunale is a lovely little park nicely situated in Taormina. The views from the park are absolutely beautiful and you could easily spend time leisurely eating a gelato soaking up the views.
The park itself is lovely and peaceful, and a welcome break from the crows of Taormina.
A beautiful setting for our engagement and its now holds wonderful memories for us.
The park itself is lovely and peaceful, and a welcome break from the crows of Taormina.
A beautiful setting for our engagement and its now holds wonderful memories for us.
Written 8 October 2023
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Claudia P
Toronto, Canada56 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This was a very pretty park where you could spend a couple of hours walking around while getting away from the crowds. There is some history, nice gardens and stunning views of the Ionian Sea. I would highly recommend a visit. Take your time, enjoy the peacefulness and snap some beautiful photos.
Written 2 April 2024
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ChrisBelinda
Bury, UK391 contributions
Aug 2020
I remembered this beautiful garden back in 2002 and dug out some old photos of the old garden towers before I went. It's even more wonderful than I recall, peaceful, nobody around, hot, loads of fantastic tropical plants and trees and amazing architecture. You could sit for a few hours and forget the world here. It closes at 9pm but you have to stand at the edge and take in the views.. it's fantastic.. and free.
Written 10 September 2020
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Is there an entrance fee and can we go before 9am and still walk around or is is completely closed until 9am? Thank you :)
Written 7 October 2022
There is no entrance fee - i believe the gates are closed during the times when the park is closed.
Written 8 October 2022
Cómo averiguo por objetos perdidos en el jardín, por favor, alguien me puede ayudar
Written 23 September 2019
ATENCION !! Hola, hoy estuve en este bello Jardín aprox a las 5 PM y en un banco del parque , cerca a la jaula del loro, dejé olvidada mi cámara Leika, pequeña, muy valiosa para
mi, les ruego informar si alguien la reporto.
Written 23 September 2019
Hi, how do I find these gardens? I can’t find any info anywhere. Is it within the ampitheatre? Any advice appreciated on how to find it as just one more day left in Taormina thanks
Written 8 May 2018
From the Corso Umberto take the alley going downhill to the Naumarche. Follow this street downhill (Via Fratelli Bandiera) this turns into via Bagnoli Croci. Continue downhill and it is on your right. There is an entrance at the lookout on Via Roma.
Alternatively look it up on google maps.
Enjoy.
Written 9 May 2018
Is it flat or steep, could my mother who is 80 walk around ok?
Written 30 January 2018
I agree with all other posts. It your mum can manage the walk to the gardens and back then I am sure she will really enjoy these lovely gardens. Plenty of shade, plenty of seats. Really hope you get to see them
Written 10 February 2018
Denis D
Alessandria, Italy
buongiorno vorrei sapere se sono ammessi cani alla villa comunale di Taormina
Written 19 August 2017
Si, sono ammessi i cani, non c'è nessun divieto
Written 23 August 2017
Si, si può, due coppie avevano il cane e passeggiavano tranquillamente, peró con il guinzaglio.
Written 16 July 2017
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