Prior to the early 1970s, Giardini Naxos was a quiet fishing village.
Now it is a tourist destination, its attractions including beaches, the panoramic view of the bay and surrounding hills, and its small fishing port.
It attracts foreign visitors and Italians alike, many of whom own summer residences in the comune.
The seafront is lined with hotels, smaller pensions, pubs, restaurants and pizzerias.

The town of Taormina is situated in the hills above Giardini Naxos and can be easily accessed by car and bus.
Giardini Naxos also has several churches and an archaeological park.
Prior to the early 1970s, Giardini Naxos was a quiet fishing village. Now it is a tourist destination, its attractions including beaches, the panoramic view of the bay and surrounding hills, and its small fishing port. It attracts foreign visitors and Italians alike, many of whom own summer residences in the comune. The seafront is lined with hotels, smaller pensions, pubs, restaurants and pizzerias.
The town of Taormina is situated in the hills above Giardini Naxos and can be easily accessed by car and bus. Giardini Naxos also has several churches and an archaeological park.
Giardini Naxos