129 activities · Italy
Messina, Italy, has 129 activities, tours and experiences to book. Don't miss: Messina Cathedral, Church of the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani, Forte Gonzaga, Statue of John of Austria. Also worth exploring nearby: Taormina, Tropea, Aeolian Islands.
01Things to do
Messina Cathedral
Cathedral
Church of the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani
Church building

Forte Gonzaga
Fort

Statue of John of Austria
Sculpture

Palazzo del Monte di Pietà
Palace
Regional museum of Messina
Museum
02Activities to book
Selling fast
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Bookable
Selling fast
Private tour
-5%
Top pick
Free cancellation
-7%
Selling fast
Free cancellation
Free cancellation03Explore nearby
Messina has 129 activities, tours and day trips you can book online. Among the most booked: « Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Messina », « Etna and Wine an experience between nature and aromas with taste. », « Etna Jeep OffRoad Tour: Lava Flows,Etna Wines,Lunch at 6,561 ft ».
According to traveller reviews: « Etna and Wine an experience between nature and aromas with taste. » (5.0/5, 42 reviews) ; « Cook and Taste with a Local in Messina by Cesarine » (5.0/5, 30 reviews) ; « Taormina Castelmola : private cruise tour from Messina » (5.0/5, 281 reviews).
Not to be missed in Messina: Messina Cathedral, Church of the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani, Forte Gonzaga, Statue of John of Austria, Palazzo del Monte di Pietà, Regional museum of Messina.
Usually, yes: 23 of the 24 most popular activities in Messina offer free cancellation. The exact terms are shown on each activity page before you book.
Close to Messina: Taormina, Tropea, Aeolian Islands.
Duration
6 h
Language
English, Italian, Spanish
Guidance
Guide
Group
Private activity
Booking
Instant confirmation
Lead time
Book up to 12 h before departure
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tickets
One per booking
Cancellation
Free cancellation available
This private excursion from Catania takes you to discover Taormina and Castelmola. You will travel in an air-conditioned minibus with a guide speaking English, Italian, or Spanish, and bottled water is provided during the journey. The private format allows you to personalise your itinerary, particularly for extending your stops or having lunch in a restaurant without strict time constraints, as the driver remains at your disposal. The tour includes private transport and pick-up at the Catania port cruise terminal. Please note that meal costs, tips, and entrance fees for museums, theatres, and other tourist sites are not included.
Choose your option when you book.
Pickup included
Porta Catania di Taormina
You will have about 2 hours of free time to walk in the charming Corso Umberto full of all kinds of shops, from typical restaurants to shops full of local crafts such as the famous ceramics of Caltagirone, you can observe Piazza IX Aprile, Palazzo Corvaja and enter the ancient Greek Theater to relive moments of history and culture.
Castillo de Castelmola
Once in Castelmola you will have the opportunity to have lunch in a charming restaurant overlooking Mount Etna the highest volcano in Europe, you will visit the remains of Castelmola Castle and walk through the small characteristic streets of this village entering a bar and enjoying the famous Almond Wine.
Isola Bella
Passage from the Ionian coast where you can admire the famous Isola bella, the pearl of the Ionian Sea.
Pickup or meet at the departure point.
Pickup points: Hotel, Airport, Harbour (127 stops served).
Pickup about 1 h before departure.
You can specify your pickup location when booking.
Choose a pickup location
The withdrawal can be made upon specific request at a hotel, B&B or holiday home in Catania for a minimum number of 2 people.
The meeting point will be outside the cruise terminal of the port of Catania
The return is at the same place.
1 traveler(s) minimum · 15 maximum per booking.
At least one adult required per booking.
Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.
The meeting point is located outside the Catania port cruise terminal.
The guide can accompany you in English, Italian, or Spanish.
No, entrance fees for museums, theatres, and other sites are not included in the service.
Product code: 123888P5
Activity offered by Sicily Best Tour via Viator.