Visiting Taormina is an unforgettable experience: breathtaking views, the ancient Greek Theatre, beautiful beaches like Isola Bella, and a lively historic center. However, if you don’t speak Italian well, you might find it tricky to communicate with waiters, hoteliers, or taxi drivers. In this guide, you’ll find the most useful Italian phrases with English translations, perfect for ordering at restaurants, shopping, asking for directions, and getting around with ease.
The most useful phrases for a tourist in Taormina
At the restaurant
- Vorrei un tavolo per due, per favore. – I would like a table for two, please.
- Posso vedere il menù? – May I see the menu?
- Qual è la specialità della casa? – What is the house specialty?
- Una bottiglia di vino bianco locale, grazie. – A bottle of local white wine, please.
- Il conto, per favore. – The bill, please.
At the hotel or B&B
- Ho una prenotazione a nome di… – I have a reservation under the name…
- A che ora è la colazione? – What time is breakfast?
- Potrei avere un taxi, per favore? – Could I have a taxi, please?
- C’è il Wi-Fi in camera? – Is there Wi-Fi in the room?
- Vorrei fare il check-out domani mattina. – I would like to check out tomorrow morning.
Shopping and stores
- Quanto costa questo? – How much does this cost?
- Avete altre taglie/colori? – Do you have other sizes/colors?
- Posso pagare con carta di credito? – Can I pay by credit card?
- Mi può fare uno sconto? – Can you give me a discount?
- Vorrei comprare un souvenir tipico. – I would like to buy a typical souvenir.
Transport and getting around
- Dov’è la fermata dell’autobus? – Where is the bus stop?
- Quanto costa un biglietto per Catania? – How much is a ticket to Catania?
- A che ora parte la funivia per Mazzarò? – What time does the cable car to Mazzarò leave?
- Potrebbe portarmi a Isola Bella? – Could you take me to Isola Bella?
- Quanto costa una corsa in taxi fino a Giardini Naxos? – How much is a taxi ride to Giardini Naxos?
General information
- Scusi, dov’è il Teatro Greco? – Excuse me, where is the Greek Theatre?
- Quanto dista a piedi da qui? – How far is it on foot from here?
- Può ripetere più lentamente, per favore? – Can you repeat more slowly, please?
- Non parlo bene italiano, parla inglese? – I don’t speak Italian well, do you speak English?
- Grazie mille, è molto gentile. – Thank you very much, you are very kind.
Conclusion
Even a few Italian phrases can make a big difference during your holiday in Taormina. Locals will appreciate your effort and welcome you with a smile. If you are planning your trip, we invite you to book a room at Bed and Breakfast Teatro Greco 39 and enjoy the best price guaranteed for your stay.
