Messina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Messina featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people
Messina featuring a small town or village
Messina featuring art and outdoor art
Messina which includes heritage architecture and street scenes
Messina

Where to stay in Messina

Messina featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people

IV Circoscrizione

You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in IV Circoscrizione. You might want to make time for a stop at Piazza del Duomo or Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock.

IV Circoscrizione
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VI Circoscrizione

You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in VI Circoscrizione. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Ganzirri or Strait of Messina.

VI Circoscrizione
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I Circoscrizione

You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in I Circoscrizione. You might want to make time for a stop at Strait of Messina or Ionian Sea.

I Circoscrizione
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III Circoscrizione

Travellers like the restaurants in III Circoscrizione, and Strait of Messina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

III Circoscrizione
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V Circoscrizione

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in V Circoscrizione. You might want to make time for a stop at Strait of Messina or Ionian Sea.

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II Circoscrizione

While visiting II Circoscrizione, you might make a stop by sights like Stadio San Filippo and Strait of Messina.

II Circoscrizione
Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Hotel - Residence La Residenza
4 out of 5
Via 27 Lulgio, 115, Messina, ME
The price is £61 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
£61
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Stay at this 4-star residence in Messina. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Villa San Giovanni Ferry Terminal ...
7.2/10 Good! (196 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel with friendly staff. Well located for ferry port and train station, with tram to both for the less energetic. I checked in late Sunday afternoon which meant reception was not staffed, but intercom provided all information to get in and access key card. Very comfortable bed and perfect ..."

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025

Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Hotel Villa Paradiso
Hotel Villa Paradiso
4 out of 5
Via Roma 2, Taormina, ME
The price is £131 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
£131
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (250 reviews)
Loved the stay
"Lovely Hotel with a great charms in the heart of Taormina. Rooms are very comfortable and luxurious. The breakfast is served with a great view, and superb service at the 6th floor, overlooking the entire bay and mount Etna."

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2025

Hotel Villa Paradiso
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina
4 out of 5
Via Nazionale, 105, Taormina, ME
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews)
"Second time staying at this hotel and we weren’t disappointed coming back. The hotel itself is somewhat dated, but the location, with the views over Etna and the fantastic pool and beach area are fantastic. The staff are friendly and helpful too…. all good!"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2024

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Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Hotel - Residence La Residenza
4 out of 5
Via 27 Lulgio, 115, Messina, ME
Stay at this 4-star residence in Messina. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Villa San Giovanni Ferry Terminal ...
7.2/10 Good! (196 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel with friendly staff. Well located for ferry port and train station, with tram to both for the less energetic. I checked in late Sunday afternoon which meant reception was not staffed, but intercom provided all information to get in and access key card. Very comfortable bed and perfect ..."

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025

Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Vmaison Hotel
Vmaison Hotel
4 out of 5
Viale Europa 59, Messina, ME
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly residence in Messina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Chiesa di San ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and excellent breakfast. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2024

Vmaison Hotel
Isola Bella Infinity Suites
Isola Bella Infinity Suites
Via Luigi Pirandello, 72, Taormina, ME
Stay at this property in Taormina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Giardini Naxos Beach and Lido Conchiglie are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
"Beautiful location, amazing view; clean and convenient. Thanks!"

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025

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Popular places to visit

Stadio San Filippo

Catch an event at Stadio San Filippo during your trip to Messina. Amble around the area's marina or experience its musical theatre.

Stadio San Filippo

Lake Ganzirri

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Ganzirri during your travels in Ganzirri. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Lake Ganzirri

Cathedral of Messina

4/5(12 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Messina when you spend time at Cathedral of Messina. Make time to visit the monuments and cathedral while you're in the area.

Cathedral of Messina

Messina Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Messina with a trip to Messina Cruise Terminal. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Messina Cruise Terminal

Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Messina with a visit to Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock. Stroll along the marina or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock

University of Messina

Explore the campus of University of Messina during your trip to Messina. Discover the area's musical theatre and monuments.

University of Messina

Things to do

Giardini Naxos: Isola Bella and Grottos Cruise with Aperitif

Giardini Naxos: Isola Bella and Grottos Cruise with Aperitif

£33
per adult
Giardini Naxos: Isola Bella and Grottos Cruise with Aperitif
Taormina: White Lotus Tour

Taormina: White Lotus Tour

£49
per adult
Taormina: White Lotus Tour
Tour together with our travellers.

Private Tour of Savoca, Castelmola, Taormina and Messina

£141
per adult
Private Tour of Savoca, Castelmola, Taormina and Messina
Best of Taormina, Giardini Naxos and Castelmola tour

Best of Taormina, Giardini Naxos and Castelmola tour

£117
per traveller
Best of Taormina, Giardini Naxos and Castelmola tour
Taormina and Castelmola on tour

Taormina and Castelmola on tour

£50
per adult
Taormina and Castelmola on tour
Private Tour to Taormina, Savoca and Messina starting from Messina

Private Tour to Taormina, Savoca and Messina starting from Messina

£88
per adult
Private Tour to Taormina, Savoca and Messina starting from Messina
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Cities near Messina

Villafranca Tirrena

Villafranca Tirrena

Photo "Ganzirri" by Xxlstier (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Xxlstier (CC BY)

Ganzirri

Photo "Itala" by Codas (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Codas (CC BY-SA)

Itala