Today it is a protected reserve and a widespread museum, but we owe the beauty of Isola Bella to a story of love and exile:

1. The Royal Exile: In 1892, Scottish noblewoman Lady Florence Trevelyan (Queen Victoria's cousin) was removed from England for a scandalous affair with the future King Edward VII.
2. The refuge in Taormina: Arriving in Sicily, Florence married the mayor of the city and purchased the then barren rock of Isola Bella to make it her private paradise.
3. The first exotic garden: As a pioneer of botany, she planted extremely rare tropical plants on the island that today form a unique jungle, and built small stone pavilions (the "beehives") for bird watching.

Tickets and Rates (Museum and Reserve)

Access to the beach in front is completely free. Entrance to the islet and the villa museum includes the following costs, managed by the Naxos Taormina Archaeological Park:

1. Full Ticket: € 6.00
2. Reduced Ticket: € 3.00 (EU citizens between 18 and 25 years old)
3. Free Ticket: Minors under 18 and protected categories

What includes: Access to Lady Florence's historic trails, viewpoints, and restored rooms at the historic Villa Bosurgi.

Opening Hours

Opening days: Tuesday to Sunday (Closed on Mondays).

Hours: From 9:00 am until one hour before sunset (the time varies depending on the season).

How to get to Isola Bella from our Hotel

Depending on the location of the property in Taormina, you can tell customers these options:

1. By cable car: 7 minutes from the hotel, take the Taormina-Mazzarò cable car. Once you get off at the valley station, the beach access steps are just a 200-meter walk away. The cable car runs every 15 minutes. The cost is € 6.00 for a single ride and € 10.00 for a return ticket (PRICES IN POSSIBLE VARIATION FROM AUGUST 1, 2026)
2. On foot: For those who like to walk, from the historic center you can descend via the panoramic path from Piazza Belvedere.
3. By Car/Taxi: Traveling along State Road 114. Note to guests: Parking in the area is private and paid.

Book your stay with us, at the Hotel Soleado in Taormina and discover all the beauties that the city has to offer. Write us at +39 0942 24138 to receive the quote