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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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
Port pickup/drop-off
Driver
In-vehicle air conditioning
Live commentary on board
Professional tour guide
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Gratuities
Entrance ticket to the Greek-roman theatre
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Porta Catania di Taormina
5 min
Is the Southern entrance in the city of Taormina.
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Corso Umberto
1 hour
This is the main street of Taormina among which the major part of the monuments and attractions are located.
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Duomo di Taormina
10 min
The most important church of Taormina
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Quattro Fontane di Taormina
5 min
A wonderful monument located in the Cathedral square in Taormina.
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Chiesa di Santa Caterina
5 min
One of the most suggestive churches located in Taormina
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Palazzo Corvaja
5 min
Historical building located in the centre of Taormina
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Cathedral of Messina
5 min
The most important church of Messina
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Campanile del Duomo di Messina
5 min
The Belltower is the most important attraction of Messina
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Annunziata dei Catalani Church
5 min
Ancient church located in the historical centre of Messina
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Faro di Capo Peloro
5 min
The lighthouse located on the Northern side of Messina in front of the Strait of Messina.
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Chiesa di S. Francesco all'Immacolata
5 min
It is an impressive temple, the second in size for the churches of Messina
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Messina Taormina: cultural heritage experience
Can I cancel Messina Taormina: cultural heritage experience for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- Port pickup/drop-off
- Driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Live commentary on board
- Professional tour guide
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Entrance ticket to the Greek-roman theatre
Which places does it visit?
It visits Porta Catania di Taormina, Corso Umberto, Duomo di Taormina, Quattro Fontane di Taormina, Chiesa di Santa Caterina, Palazzo Corvaja, Cathedral of Messina, Campanile del Duomo di Messina.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, French, Romanian, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by DISCOVER MESSINA SICILY
