Corso Umberto is always crowded with tourists. There are several clothing stores and restaurants, among other shops. It's certainly fun to walk around and the architecture is beautiful. There are banks if you need Euro.

City is really beautiful and really great for scenic view photography. It's really romantic and a great place to go on night walks. We got there just in time for weddings so we had fun with party goers. The only downside is that it is kinda pricy so be sure to take a little more than usual with you.

Corso Umberto has everything. Restaurants, shops, piazza's with views and entertainment. It's an easy walk from end to end and one end leads to the Greek Amphitheater, the tram down to the sea, the beautiful public gardens and more. The side streets and alleys provide even more to entertain you. We had visited Positano earlier in our trip and your choice to visit again is Taormina and the Corso Umberto. It was the first week in November. Busy but not crowded. The weather was perfect.

We came here on a cruise. This is the main historic street which goes from the north (Messina gate) to south (Catania gate). Many invaders traveled this path as it was the only route along the coast. There are a number of quaint squares, beautiful churches & cafes. It is pedestrian only. I missed the Amphitheater and wished that I had seen it.

Main street between the two gates – Messina and Catania. Many shops, churches, restaurants, pasticcerias, souvenir stores, galleries and even palaces and a library. It’s a tourist mecca for sure. As you go up and down, check out the narrow side streets and their colourful enhancements. It ‘s the street you take to get to the ancient Greek/Roman theatre. The day I was there. I saw many cats. Not sure if this is normal.

This scenic main street of Taormina connects the Porta Messina and the Porta Catania. This time it was also full of little shops, selling souvenirs, ice cream and pastry as it was during our previous visit! It was full of tourists too, strolling up and down the street...

This is a very cute little town. Yes, there are tourists, but there are some nice shops and restaurants, and everyone we went into had very friendly people working in them. Of course, the earlier you go, the less tourists, and after dark, it is more peaceful as well. But even when the streets are full, it is a nice experience. We were there is May, but I'm sure the town is MUCH more crowded in June, July, August...

Despite the tourist overload, it’s a great village to visit. Lots of outdoor bars and restaurants, quite a bit of souvenir variety, and spectacular vistas from many vantage points. This Main Street is fun to wander or just sit and people watch. Easy connection from Catania, though, next time I’d stay here rather than Catania.

The road is quite narrow and during the day full of people walking both ways. There is the odd car moving very slowly. Full of the usual shops selling tourist things, restaurants and ice cream shops.

No surprise, early August is peak. And really peak season. If you like massive crowd…it’s for you. And it’s super hot. Nevertheless we really enjoyed going up and done the Main Street. And found to the parallel streets which are lovely, cooler and a lot more quiet.