Reflecting its status as a chic, upscale resort town, Taormina's antique scene is more about curated galleries than dusty flea markets.

The main thoroughfare, Corso Umberto, and its charming side alleys are home to high-end antique shops and art galleries. Here you'll find exquisite items like antique maps and prints, fine jewelry, rare Sicilian ceramics and carefully selected decorative objects.

While a weekly market on Wednesdays offers general goods, serious antique collectors in Taormina should focus on the established boutiques that cater to a discerning and international clientele.