Featured Caves
Taormina's coastline and hillsides feature a diverse collection of natural and man-made caves. This selection spans from the Byzantine-era rock-cut tombs on Mount Tauro to the marine caverns surrounding Isola Bella and Capo Sant'Andrea. Many of these sites, such as the Grotta Azzurra and Grotta dei Gamberi, are accessible only by boat or diving, showcasing unique geological formations and vibrant marine life, while others house historical religious shrines carved into the limestone.
Tombe Bizantine
Byzantine-era rock-cut tombs situated on the slopes of Mount Tauro.
Madonna della Grotta
A small religious shrine and chapel carved directly into the limestone rock face.
Grotta la Bolla (scuba)
A marine cave popular for scuba diving, characterized by trapped air pockets and unique underwater light effects.
Grotta del Giorno
A coastal sea cave near Isola Bella, accessible by small boat or kayak.
Grotta la Conchiglia
A natural marine cavern located along the coastline of Taormina near Isola Bella.
Grotta di Spisone
A geological formation located along the rocky coast of Spisone beach.
Grotta dei Gamberi
An underwater cave near Isola Bella known for its population of small narwal shrimp.
Grotta Bunker
A sea cave near Isola Bella, historically used as a shelter.
Grotta dell'Aria
A marine cavern near Capo Sant'Andrea accessible by sea.
Grotta di Sant'Andrea
A large sea cave situated at the foot of the Capo Sant'Andrea cliffs.
Grotta Azzurra
A famous sea cave near Isola Bella where sunlight creates an intense blue glow in the water.
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