Messina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Messina

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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
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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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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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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V Circoscrizione

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

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

Centro Storico Messina

If you're spending some time in Centro Storico Messina, Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock and Piazza del Duomo are top sights worth seeing.

Centro Storico Messina
Hotel Royal Palace

Hotel Royal Palace

4 out of 5
Via Tommaso Cannizzaro, 3, Messina, ME
The price is AU$168 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$168
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Messina. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
Hotel Royal Palace
UNA Hotels Capotaormina

UNA Hotels Capotaormina

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale, 105, Taormina, ME
The price is AU$1,109 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$1,109
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"If you are looking for a high end resort that is on the beach and away from the busyness of the city this is your place! A spectacular resort on the edge of the Ionian with spectacular panoramic views of Mount Etna, Isola Bella and the sea. Free shuttles are also available from the resort if you ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

UNA Hotels Capotaormina
Hotel Villa Belvedere

Hotel Villa Belvedere

4 out of 5
Via Bagnoli Croce 79, Taormina, ME
The price is AU$701 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$701
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (733 reviews)
Best hotel I have ever stayed in
"My partner and I stayed at the Villa Belvedere for a week in August 2025. The Villa Belvedere is absolutely beautiful, set in stunning gardens overlooking the bay, a short walk to the centre of Taormina. The staff are wonderful, friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious and varied. The hotel’s ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Hotel Villa Belvedere
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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 WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Villa San Giovanni Ferry Terminal ...
Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Guest House Residence

Guest House Residence

4 out of 5
Via Mario Reitano Spadafora n. 1, Messina, ME
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly residence in Messina. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Villa ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
Modern & central
"The apartments are well situated and the owners very friendly. We didn’t stay very much as we went out with family morning to evening but my partner said it was the most comfortable bed of our 3 hotels we stayed."

Reviewed on 17 Sep. 2018

Guest House Residence
Oasi Azzurra

Oasi Azzurra

3 out of 5
Via Lungomare 42, San Saba, Messina, ME
Stay at this 3-star beach residence in Messina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Church of Santa Maria della Valle and ...
Oasi Azzurra
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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

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

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

Piazza del Duomo

Find out about the history of Messina when you take a trip to Piazza del Duomo. Amble around the area's marina or experience its musical theatre.

Piazza del Duomo

Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock

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

Activities

Giardini Naxos: Isola Bella and Grottos Cruise with Aperitif

Giardini Naxos: Isola Bella and Grottos Cruise with Aperitif

AU$72
per adult
Giardini Naxos: Isola Bella and Grottos Cruise with Aperitif
Taormina: White Lotus Tour

Taormina: White Lotus Tour

AU$106
per adult
Taormina: White Lotus Tour
Taormina: Boat Tour with Aperitif on Isola Bella

Taormina: Boat Tour with Aperitif on Isola Bella

AU$88
per adult
Taormina: Boat Tour with Aperitif on Isola Bella
Taormina: Coastal Highlights Cruise with Wine & Food Tasting

Taormina: Coastal Highlights Cruise with Wine & Food Tasting

AU$143
per adult
Taormina: Coastal Highlights Cruise with Wine & Food Tasting
Sicilian Street food tour: eat local in Messina

Sicilian Street food tour: eat local in Messina

AU$116
per adult
Sicilian Street food tour: eat local in Messina
Taormina - Isolabella

Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour

AU$213
per adult
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
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Cities near Messina

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

Ganzirri

Camaro

Camaro

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

Itala