Unforgettable Messina: 2-Hr Historic City & Hidden Gems
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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.
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MurielA_C, 10/21/2025 5:17:06 PM
First, kudos to our guide who found us while we were wandering around outside the port! Then thanks to her for running an interesting and well organised tour. We covered some very interesting sites and learned so much in the two and a half hours that we got more than our money's worth. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend to fellow travellers.
Shelly_C, 10/14/2025 4:46:30 PM
Great experience! Knowledgeable and very informative! We did not feel rushed and loved the small group!!
Vwhui, 10/13/2025 11:00:55 AM
Took entire family including kids and the walk was well-timed and thorough. Claudio was our tour guide and he was able to bring us to all the notable locations and close out at the local cannoli/granita shop.
robynbI7655UH, 10/13/2025 4:33:42 AM
Chiara was great. She made sure we hit all the sights of the city. She timed the tour so we were able to see the astronomical clock in the Piazza and she took us to a family museum of puppeteers that for 5 generations have been creating and performing. They were amazing. Chiara also teared us to a local sweet and then had recommendations for restaurants for after our tour. I would highly recommend!
Janet_F, 10/9/2025 7:02:38 PM
Great guide who was knowledgeable and friendly. Learned so much about the city and traditions. The puppet theater was a bit odd, but the host was friendly, the cannoli was outstanding-best one I had in Europe!
dianelI7511IB, 10/9/2025 12:56:28 PM
Chiara was a wonderful tour guide and helped us to appreciate some of Messina's history, culture and uniquness. She is a knowledgeable and caring guide and paced this tour well. Many highlights include the noon "show" at the church tower, the puppet museum with puppets exhited by a multigenerational family of traditiinal puppeteers and storytellers and the coup de grace, ending the tour with delicious sweets (our choice- granita and gelato) All in all, a delightful experience!
cottle1017, 10/6/2025 10:33:54 PM
A great tour. Informative and insightful. Chiara was an outstanding tour guide. The group was appreciative. Highly recommend the experience.
Camilla_W, 10/6/2025 7:50:11 AM
Messina’s cathedral, astrological clock, and puppet museum are highlights of a tour of Old Town, especially with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide like Chiara. She provided interesting insights, and the cannolis at the end were amazing!
lindahA9730UN, 9/24/2025 9:33:29 AM
Roberto was great! Friendly, informative, and so willing to be very flexible! I do wish we had paid attention to the afternoon Siesta’s… Not the tourist issue at all, but we were not aware and missed out on shopping!
Mel C, 9/24/2025 7:39:07 AM
Our tour guide Elisa was sweet, very knowledgeable, informative, fun and easy going! She made our trip enjoyable and relaxing! And of course, the cannolis at the end!!❤️
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- A minimum of 1 people per booking is required
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please provide contact details in Special Requirements field at time of booking (e.g. cellular number)
Departure point
FOR GUESTS THAT ARE NOT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: The meeting point at our office DISCOVER MESSINA SICILY, located in Via I Settembre, 110, 45 minutes before the tour.Return details
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.Redemption
Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund