Messina

Discover the villages of Taormina and Castelmola and their unique and impressive views with us. Castelmola Sicily is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, at 550 meters above sea level. We will wind up in its panoramic square, where we will be surprised by the view, on one side, of Mount Etna- the highest active volcano in Europe. We stop also at local cafès to taste the typical sweet almond wine. Our day tour continues with a Taormina tour, to visit the most popular tourist destination of Sicily, which was recently made if possible even more famous by the second season of White Lotus Sicily. During the Taormina tour in Corso Umberto, you will be fascinated by an explosion of colors, sounds, and flavors typical of Sicily. Don’t miss churches, ancient buildings, and exclusive boutiques, as well as great views to take fantastic photos! The Taormina and Castelmola tour will be an unforgettable and multi-sensory experience.

Your 2,5 -hour walking tour starts from the Catalani Church, an example of Arab-Norman style. Then you will continue to the City Hall, the biggest palace ever rebuilt after the earthquake of 1908. The Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, located in Antonello Square, is the second one in Southern Italy. An highlight of the tour is the Cathedral Square, with its the beautiful bell tower which was built between 1930 and 1933. The tour will end at the Museum of the Sicilian Puppet Theater, an exhibition of the priceless collection of Gargano Family.

MESSINA TAORMINA LOW COST TRANSFER Your cruise ship stop in Messina Take your time to enjoy this amazing part of Sicily. With this low-cost transfer, you'll easily  reach Taormina.

Starting from Messina we will visit one of the most beautiful villages in Italy (Savoca), famous for the film The Godfather (Frank Coppola), where you can visit the catacombs, the mother church and the historic Vitelli bar for 2 hours. Then we continue to discover Taormina, passing by the Ionian coast where beautiful views surround us, once in Taormina you will be waited for 2 hours where you can visit the historic centre, the Greek-Roman theatre, the shops with the best designer labels and taste the typical products Sicilians. Before returning to Messina, we will stop for 15 minutes to admire the view of Isola Bella (Taormina sea) and take enchanting photos. Upon returning to the city of Messina, there will be a small tour of the city of the Strait of Messina.

This is the ideal tour for cruise passengers, arriving in Messina, which in less than an hour can visit one of the most beautiful and well-known tourist destinations in Sicily.

A tour with Alessandro Booking Sicily Tours can be special for several reasons, especially if the focus is on the quality of the experience and the authenticity of the explorations. Here are some elements that could make a tour with him unique: 1. In-depth knowledge of Sicilian History and Culture Alessandro could have a thorough knowledge of Sicilian history, art and culture, offering participants an authentic immersion in local tradition. This makes the tour not only a visual experience, but also a cultural one, with little-known historical details and tales enriching the visit. 2. Authentic and Local Experiences One aspect that could distinguish Alessandro’s tour is access to authentic experiences that are often not included in mass tours. This could mean visits to small villages, tastings of local products such as cannoli and almond wine.

Join this extraordinary opportunity to discover and visit Mt.Etna (90 km away from Messina), the biggest active volcano in Europe. Make a stop to Taormina to see the Greek Theatre, Corso Umberto and its exclusive shops and famous bars. You will admire the wonderful landscape and Isola Bella, a nature reserve and UNESCO Heritage site.

The tour departs from the cruise terminal towards Castelmola (approximately 45 minutes by road). Castelmola is a small village on the top of Taormina with a wonderful view of Mount Etna. After about an hour we move to Taormina, one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, reachable only on foot and full of shops and restaurants. After about 2 or 3 hours we return to Messina, but not before a nice panoramic tour of Isola Bella. As a last stop, we will visit the Sanctuary of Christ the King, a panoramic point over the Strait of Messina, and the Duomo cathedral, where you can admire the largest astronomical clock in Europe. The timetable is designed to make the most of your time in Sicily and to be perfectly on time with the cruise ship.

Enjoy a day to the discovery of two wonderful locations of the Ionian coast: Messina and Taormina. Starting from Messina, drive for almost 50 minutes and reach Taormina and walk from Porta Catania – the Southern entrance to the town – towards Corso Umberto which is its main street. Here take the opportunity to discover the monuments, the wonderful squares with their views above Mt Etna and the coast and taste an authentic Sicilian cannoli or a delicious arancino. After two hours and 30 minutes in this unique location drive back towards Messina and admire the historical heritage of Sicily’s third-largest city visiting the monuments and the churches but also the natural beauties driving among the coast till Capo Peloro – the nearest point of the island to the mainland and also the best point of observation of the Strait of Messina. At the end of the tour, return to the departure point where the driver and the guide will say goodbye inviting you for a long second journey in Sicily.

Taormina and Savoca tour is one of the most exciting Sicily day tours from Messina (port or city center) in particular for the lovers of the Godfather. From the departing point, we will reach the ancient town of Savoca Sicily, a wonderful medieval village, named one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. You will start a little Savoca tour, following the footsteps of the Godfather movie by F.F. Coppola, to whom a statue is dedicated in the panoramic square of the village. This square is very popular also for hosting the famous bar Vitelli. Our guides will explain to you its history and its festivals. Then we will leave for Taormina, known as the “Pearl of the Mediterranean”. You will have a stroll in its ancient Corso Umberto, which has been recently one of the White Lotus Sicily locations for season 2. We are waiting for you, we are ready to welcome you to live together with us the fantastic experience of the Taormina and Savoca tour, you will not regret it!

This Messina tour from the port is one of the Messina shore excursions that will take you to explore the legendary beauty of the natural side of Messina Sicily: you will reach the mariner villages, the lakes of Ganzirri and Capo Peloro, located in northeastern Sicily. You can admire the majestic view of the Strait of Messina between Sicily and the Italian mainland. In the summertime, you will be able to see the swordfishing activity by typical boats named felucas. The second part of the Messina tour will continue in the downtown city with a visit to the Cathedral and the Bell Tower. You will discover the Arab–norman style of Catalani’s church, the Sanctuary of Montalto, and the Temple of Christ the King with a spectacular view overlooking the Strait of Messina and the port. During the Messina excursion, you will also admire the monument of “Madonnina del Porto” and the Fountain of Neptune.

The tour includes some of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Sicily, a few km from the Port of the city of Messina. Taormina in particular, considered the Pearl of the Mediterranean, is a very popular tourist destination for visitors from all over the world. The Taormina-Castelmola combination combines the pleasure of culture with leisure.

We offer a service with friendly and pleasant staff who will guide you to discover the most evocative places in Sicily where I will let you taste our gastronomic specialties such as arancini, Messina granita, our Sicilian cannoli etc. All this at an extremely affordable price for families and more.

Enjoy this Taormina and Messina tour. Discover these two beautiful Sicilian towns full of history, culture, and amazing panoramas. Don't miss this opportunity.

This tour allows you to quickly reach two very popular destinations in Sicily, namely Mount Etna and Taormina, to combine the spectacle of nature with history and monuments.

The first stop of the tour includes the arrival in Taormina where passengers will have about 3 hours to calmly explore one of the most characteristic cities of Sicily. In Taormina it will be possible to walk along the famous Corso Umberto, the main street of the city, full of shops for shopping and restaurants to taste our typical dishes. We will continue our tour starting towards Piedimonte Etneo and visiting the vineyard "La Gelsomina". The tour includes several packages not included in the price of the tour. At the end of the tour we will return to Messina and we will take a short tour of the city, we will go to see Cristo Re, a panoramic point of the city from which you can admire the splendid Strait of Messina. Finally we will go to admire the Cathedral of Messina with the largest astronomical clock in Europe. Always on request we can stop in a bar for a small tasting of typical Sicilian products. (The tasting is not included in the price)

We offer our customers an exciting guided scooter tour, (the booking includes 1 scooter for 2 people, if there is a need to have 1 scooter per person contact us), designed to let you discover the most fascinating places of Messina. During the tour, we will visit the magnificent bell tower of the Duomo, symbol of the city, and stop at the panoramic lookout to admire a breathtaking view. We will continue with a visit to the Military Sanctuary, from which you can enjoy a spectacular view of the port of Messina. We will then proceed along the picturesque roads that cross the woods of Messina, to reach the Sanctuary of Dinnammare. Before returning the scooters, we will allow ourselves a relaxing stop to taste some of the best typical products of Messina cuisine. NO.B. The reservation will include a scooter for 2 people

Messina is a city that overlooks the sea and has a strong bond with this element. Seeing the city from the sea means really getting to know it. Visitors will leave with a boat directly from the port of Messina and will coast the entire city, until arriving at the two fishing villages: Ganzirri and Torre Faro. Here it will be possible to go down to visit the town or take a swim.

Book your Private Transfer from Messina Cruise Port (Terminal Crociere di Messina) to Messiena hotels or any address. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door port/city transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. Our transfers will provide you with such services: meeting with a name plate, door-to-door delivery, no hidden fees, clean cars and professional drivers, which will make your trip more comfortable and safe. We guarantee the quality of the services provided.

If you're arriving in Messina by cruise ship, this walking tour is the perfect way to make the most of your time ashore! Book in advance and secure your spot for an unforgettable experience as soon as you dock in Sicily. Get ready to walk through the vibrant streets of Messina, discover its hidden corners, and listen to stories that few people know. This tour will not only take you to the city's main attractions, like the impressive Monumento alla Batteria Siciliana Masotto and the lively urban center, but it will also be an opportunity to connect with fellow travelers. You'll share laughs and anecdotes as you explore the city together with a qualified guide. You'll feel the thrill of uncovering the mysteries behind each monument and explore the majestic Teatro Vittorio Emanuele, a symbol of culture and art in Messina. You'll also have the chance to stop and take photos at the most iconic spots.