Dive into History at the Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943

Getting There

• Walking

  From the main square in Taormina, Piazza IX Aprile, head down Via Teatro Greco towards the Greek Theatre. Continue straight until you reach Via Nazionale. Turn left on Via Nazionale and walk until you reach the bus terminal, which is approximately a 10-15 minute walk. From the bus terminal, you can take a bus to Catania. Buses to Catania run frequently, so check the schedule. After arriving at the Catania bus terminal, follow the signs to the city center and make your way to the nearest bus stop to catch a local bus or tram to the Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943, located at Piazzale Rocco Chinnici.

• Public Transport

  If you prefer public transport, from Taormina, head to the bus terminal located on Via Luigi Pirandello. Purchase a ticket for a bus to Catania. The journey takes about 1 hour. Upon arrival at the Catania bus terminal, exit the terminal and look for bus line 457 or 449. Board the bus and get off at the stop named 'Piazzale Rocco Chinnici'. The museum will be a short walk from the bus stop.

• Taxi

  For a more direct route, you can take a taxi from Taormina to the Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943. Simply ask your hotel to call a taxi for you, or find a taxi stand. The drive will take approximately 50 minutes to an hour depending on traffic. Make sure to tell the driver the destination: Piazzale Rocco Chinnici, Catania.