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Loved the tour. The cathedral was beautiful. Guide was knowledgeable! Only issue was he spoke too fast.
Very good walking tour to learn historical facts. Saw really cool sites and guide took his time explaining things.
2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $48 / person
- Location
- Messina, Italy
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 332 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- DISCOVER MESSINA SICILY
- Meeting 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.
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 13–90)
- $48
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $34
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 49 of the next 74 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Chiesa Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani
is one of the few great monuments that have resisted earthquakes and the fury of incendiary bombs of war events,
Municipio di Messina
The biggest palace ever rebuilt after the earthquake of 1908.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele III
built by the architect Camilo Puglisi Allegra in between 1924 and 1929
Cathedral of Messina
the most important monument of the city
Campanile del Duomo di Messina
the main attraction of the city of Messina
admire part of the priceless collection of Sicilian Puppets that the Gargano family preserves from generation to generation since the earliest years of the XIX century.
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Tasting of typical Sicilian products
Entrance fee to the Museum of Sicilian Puppet Theater
Not included
Food and Drinks
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Pickup Locations & Times
For the participants which are not cruise ship passengers the meeting point is on our DISCOVER MESSINA OFFICE located in VIA I SETTEMBRE, 110, MESSINA.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
332 reviews
How it compares in Messina
- No. 2 by number of reviews among 112 tours in Messina
- Starting price $48 is 63% below the typical $131 for tours of similar length in Messina
Excurgo comparison of 112 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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)
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour take?
2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does 2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $48 per person for this Messina experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, and 2:30 PM.
How much does 2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $34, adults from $48. Infants go free.
Does 2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour sell out?
It can: 49 of the next 74 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel 2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. For the participants which are not cruise ship passengers the meeting point is on our DISCOVER MESSINA OFFICE located in VIA I SETTEMBRE, 110, MESSINA.
What languages is 2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(332)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
O
Best connolo
Roberto was amazing! Very knowledgeable and fun. He provided us with a great mix of history and culture of Messina. The food was so good. The best connolo and arancini we have ever tasted. It was a great tour and we highly recommend.
Q
Messina Walking Tour
Claudio was a wonderful guide, very informative. We learned a lot in a short period of time. We enjoyed ending our tour with the yummiest lemon granita and chocolate cannoli.
M
The Magic of Messina
Great overview of the beautiful city of Messina! We got to see the amazing astronomical clock work its magic at noon and ended our tour with a tasty treat. Great way to experience the city!
S
Wonderful
We really enjoyed this tour. Katie was a very informative guide who showed us the important and interesting places to see and shared her extensive knowledge with us.
Q
Loved the walking tour of Messina
Claudio was personable. Very knowledgeable about his home town and his country. All of the spots we visited were on our list He was patient and answered all questions. Made suggestions for bathrooms and restaurants. The walking tour was outstanding. Highly recommend Claudio as a tour guide. Thank you Claudio.
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Fantastic Tour of Messina
Viator seems to find the best tour companies to partner with. We asked Discover Messina to make some adjustments to this scheduled walking tour and they were very accommodating. We saw sights and learned things about Messina that we never would have done on our own. I highly recommend them!
J
Local guide was great!
The local guide company, Discover Messina Sicily, was excellent. Claudio, our guide, was great also, he was knowledgeable, professional and funny. Our only hang up was the meeting place for our group was wrong because Viator had not updated their information. It was not the local company’s fault.
R
Exceptional Value and Food
We did a walking tasting tour with Mariagrazia. She was very knowledgeable and great. Excellent value. Excellent food. It was very hot outside, but she managed the walking well.
4
Walking in Messina
We had a very good and informative experience with Claudio! He was great and even sang for us. We enjoyed our tour in Messina!
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