Messina Taormina: cultural heritage experience | 6 hours

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, Italian, French, Romanian, Spanish
  • Bottled water
  • Port pickup/drop-off
  • Driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional tour guide
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance ticket to the Greek-roman theatre

Overview

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.

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Itinerary

  • Porta Catania di Taormina

    Is the Southern entrance in the city of Taormina.

    5 minutes

  • Corso Umberto

    This is the main street of Taormina among which the major part of the monuments and attractions are located.

    1 hour

  • Duomo di Taormina

    The most important church of Taormina

    10 minutes

  • Quattro Fontane di Taormina

    A wonderful monument located in the Cathedral square in Taormina.

    5 minutes

  • Chiesa di Santa Caterina (Pass By)

    One of the most suggestive churches located in Taormina

  • Palazzo Corvaja (Pass By)

    Historical building located in the centre of Taormina

  • Cathedral of Messina (Pass By)

    The most important church of Messina

  • Campanile del Duomo di Messina (Pass By)

    The Belltower is the most important attraction of Messina

  • Annunziata dei Catalani Church (Pass By)

    Ancient church located in the historical centre of Messina

  • Faro di Capo Peloro (Pass By)

    The lighthouse located on the Northern side of Messina in front of the Strait of Messina.

  • Chiesa di S. Francesco all'Immacolata (Pass By)

    It is an impressive temple, the second in size for the churches of Messina

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

April 28100% refund
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  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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4.6

13 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 11 reviews with 5 stars

Brilliant tour - the most knowledgeable tour guide!

Published on Dec, 2024

We had such a great experience with Sara as our guide on this tour. Other reviews have said she exceeded expectations, and that was the case for us too. Sara's knowledge of Messina, Taormina and Sicily generally is incredible. She told us so much about the history and culture of the island, and there wasn't a question that she couldn't answer. I really appreciate that level of context when visiting a place, but she really impressed us. She also knew the best place in Taormina to get cannoli, which is valuable enough on its own!

Messina has so much to offer.

Published on Oct, 2024

Claudia was informative and accommodating, Santa Lucia castle is an invigorating walk with many beautiful sights. Definitely try some of the baked cookie offerings as well as wine and oil. Shopping in Taormina was fun and the cathedral a true wonder to marvel.

Highly recommended

Published on Oct, 2024

A nice well paced Tour The right balance of information and free time. Katia our guide was knowledgeable, personable, friendly, and caring. would definitely recommend.

Mt Etna and Taormina Highlights

Published on Oct, 2024

Sara was a great guide, very knowledgeable and fun to be with. She fitted the tour around our preferences and nothing was too much trouble. The vehicle was First Class and the driver was excellent. Highly recommend this tour!

Extremely knowledgeable & helpful tour guide

Published on Sep, 2024

Sabrina went above & beyond & we appreciated that very much! She was very knowledgeable & helpful. She even forfeited her free time to cater to us! Thank you so much to Sabrina and our driver, Pietro

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