Things to Do in Messina

Set sail on an afternoon and evening boat excursion, disembark and explore the islands of Panarea and Stromboli and cruise through the Aeolian Islands under the night sky.

Explore the beautiful cost of Taormina on this guided boat tour from Giardini Naxos that includes fruit and Prosecco. Explore the underwater world with the included snorkeling gear.

A tour with Alessandro can be special for several reasons, especially if the focus is on the quality of the experience and the authenticity of the explorations. Here are some elements that could make a tour with him unique: 1. In-depth knowledge of Sicilian History and Culture Alessandro could have a thorough knowledge of Sicilian history, art and culture, offering participants an authentic immersion in local tradition. This makes the tour not only a visual experience, but also a cultural one, with little-known historical details and tales enriching the visit. 2. Authentic and Local Experiences One aspect that could distinguish Alessandro’s tour is access to authentic experiences that are often not included in mass tours. This could mean visits to small villages, tastings of local products such as cannoli and almond wine.

Explore one of the world's most beautiful theaters

Discover Sicily's most enchanting medieval city, Taormina, as you explore its historic streets. And you'll also visit Castelmola and the Etna volcano.

Return transfer in 1 day from Messina to Taormina

Discover the beaches and caves of Taormina and Giardini Naxos on a boat tour. Enjoy an aperitif with snacks and typical Sicilian products on board and go snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a selection of local wine. During the lesson, the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional pasta recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Discover the Ancient Theatre of Taormina with an expert guide leading the way

Enjoy a day filled with nature and history, on this Etna excursion, where you'll visit Europe's tallest active volcano and Taormina, famous for its Roman ruins.

Enjoy a romantic sunset on Lipari Island in a vineyard setting. Savour local wine and a daily gastronomic proposal from the local bistrot.

Discover an incredible sunset in the bays of Giardini Naxos and Taormina with this boat tour, with the possibility of spotting dolphins and enjoying a delicious aperitif.

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home,  learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Messina cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson, the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Feed your culture cravings at Messina's art powerhouse

Discover the thrilling history of Messina, a Sicilian city that has suffered earthquakes, invasions, and attacks, but has retained its stunning architecture.

Discover the history of Tenuta di Castellaro's indigenous wines. Taste three wines paired with local gastronomic delights.

Explore the coast of Taormina on a boat tour from Giardini Naxos. Dive into the crystal clear waters of Isola Bella, admire the Faraglioni rock formation, and visit the stunning Blue Grotto.

The service starts from the pre-established meeting place with the customer (preferably on Messina). Once we leave we will go to SAVOCA famous city where they shot the scenes of the movie THE GODFATHER with visit BAR VALLELLI. Next we will move to Taormina, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Italy. There, travelers will descend to Porta Catania, the gateway to the center of Taormina and so they can walk along Corso Umberto, visit shops, visit the famous ancient Greek-Roman theater, taste typical Sicilian cuisine and more. After the tour in Taormina we will meet again where we left off, that is Porta Catania and we will return to the arrival point agreed with the customer, which in the event that it was the city of Messina, travelers can also visit the Shrine of Christ the King, which overlooks the Strait of Messina and the Cathedral of the Cathedral, where the largest astronomical clock in Europe is located.

Explore the awesome natural history of Sicily's Pearl of the Ionian Sea

Enjoy a day in the wine region around Etna. Visit the tallest volcano in Europe and the picturesque town of Taormina and try wine from a local winery.

Discover the history of a winery in Lipari. Savour three wines paired with local gastronomic delights.

Enjoy a day exploring Taormina at your own pace in this 6-hour return transfer service from Messina.

The tour for small groups will allow you to have a personalized experience based on your needs without having to follow a tour guide who places you in a group of 30 or more people, the tour will be 'done in mini van 8 seats , if the group is larger will be made in mini bus with a maximum capacity of 18 people to be pampered as locals and not as tourists.

The hidden gem of Roman villas in Sicily, discovered under a highway

Fall in love with the charm of the Corleone family's home city of Savoca, as you explore its historic streets and visit the Roman ruins at Taormina.

Learn to prepare traditional pasta dishes and Tiramisu in an authentic Italian cooking class. Join local home cooks for a culinary adventure!

Skip the lines with this entry ticket to the Ancient Theater of Taormina, one of the largest buildings for shows in the Italian Peninsula. Discover the many wonders of this famous archaeological site.

The tour will be a private tour you will live the experience of knowing the most representative places of the Godfather Film, having in addition the possibility to visit Taormina the pearl of the Ionian coast of Sicily, all receiving information on the places you will visit in edge of a comfortable and elegant mini van.

Discover the first Greek settlement in Sicily

Explore the baroque and neoclassical squares and corners of the Sicilian port city on two wheels with this segway tour of Messina.

Discover the beauty of Lipari Island's vineyards. Enjoy a guided tour, wine tasting, and delicious snacks.

Explore Catania's wine production process with a guided visit to a winery as well as wine and appetizer tastings. Discover a traditional local village and see the scenery around Mount Etna.

Private tour of The Godfather movie. Discover the movie places, walk through the tiny road that Francis Ford Coppola and Mike Corleone walked in 1971.

See how the ancient Sicilians lived with a visit to a once-impenetrable fortress

On this private tour of Messina, you'll visit the Duomo and the largest astronomical clock in the world with an exclusive guide.

Dive into the excitement of body rafting along the Alcantara River, where expert guides provide you with complete equipment, leading you through volcanic rock faces!

Explore the hinterland of Taormina, Giardini Naxos, Castelmola, Isola Bella, and Letojanni on a hop-on hop-off tour aboard an open-top bus. Learn about the sights you see with an audio guide.

A tour with Alessandro Booking Sicily Tours can be special for several reasons, especially if the focus is on the quality of the experience and the authenticity of the explorations. Here are some elements that could make a tour with him unique: 1. In-depth knowledge of Sicilian History and Culture Alessandro could have a thorough knowledge of Sicilian history, art and culture, offering participants an authentic immersion in local tradition. This makes the tour not only a visual experience, but also a cultural one, with little-known historical details and tales enriching the visit. 2. Authentic and Local Experiences One aspect that could distinguish Alessandro’s tour is access to authentic experiences that are often not included in mass tours. This could mean visits to small villages, tasting typical products and much more.

Discover unique ancient history on the Aeolian Islands

Step into a true paradise of the Ionian Sea on this excursion to Taormina. You'll even go on a boat ride to see Isola Bella!

Explore Sicily´s most striking landscapes on a quad. Experience an adrenaline-pumping, fun activity accompanied by a professional driver-guide.

Explore the magical shooting locations of the White Lotus television show during your Taormina visit. Traverse the coast of Taormina, see spectacular caves, and enjoy a swim in crystal clear waters.

A tour with Alessandro Booking Sicily Tours can be special for several reasons, especially if the focus is on the quality of the experience and the authenticity of the explorations. Here are some elements that could make a tour with him unique: 1. In-depth knowledge of Sicilian History and Culture Alessandro could have a thorough knowledge of Sicilian history, art and culture, offering participants an authentic immersion in local tradition. This makes the tour not only a visual experience, but also a cultural one, with little-known historical details and tales enriching the visit. 2. Authentic and Local Experiences One aspect that could distinguish Alessandro’s tour is access to authentic experiences that are often not included in mass tours. This could mean visits to small villages, tastings of local products such as cannoli and almond wine.

Enjoy a day exploring Taormina at your pace with this return transfer service

On this hiking route, you'll walk on the slopes of Mount Etna and explore the Alcantara Gorges. You'll admire lava landscapes and vast vineyards!

Tour Salina and Lipari with a boat, explore the towns of Santa Marina Salina and Lingua and marvel at scenic views of the coasts and bays.

Explore the Ancient Theater of Taormina, one of the largest buildings for shows in the Italian Peninsula. Discover the many wonders of this famous archaeological site.

The tour allows people who have little time available to visit the most suggestive places of the Ionian coast of Sicily by mixing history, landscapes and culture. You will see the splendid panoramas of Etna, you will admire the town of Savoca where the most suggestive scenes of the film The Godfather were filmed and you will go shopping and walk in the historic Taormina full of restaurants, street food and souvenir shops.

On this food tour of Messina, discover the most authentic flavors of the Sicilian city. Stroll through emblematic streets while savoring local delicacies.

Enjoy free time in Vulcano, Panarea and Stromboli and stop in front of Sciara del Fuoco to witness the crater's eruptions from the sea.