Why choose this Messina tour ?
Experience the history and culture of Messina, one of the largest cities in Sicily together with its historical center. Located in the northeastern part of the island, the city center suffered the disaster of the earthquake on December 28, 1908. The Regional Museum of Messina preserves original decorations and precious works of art, recovered among the ravages of the old city: mosaics, paintings, sculptures, statues, and extremely decorated funerary monuments are just some of the pieces of art exhibited in the halls of the museum. The masterpieces of the Regional Museum of Messina are doubtless the works of art by Antonello da Messina, Montorsoli and Caravaggio provided between the XV and the XVII century. Furthermore, focus on the archaeological exhibition, testifying the past history of Messina when it was a Greek colony (Zancle) and then a province of the Roman Empire. Don’t miss the hypogeum complex of the Monastery of Saint Salvatore dei Greci.
Make the most of your Messina adventure
What makes Messina Regional museum and historical city center a unique experience ?
The stele was raised by the will of Archbishop Angelo Paino
The fountain of Neptune is the second fountain created in Messina by Giovanni Angelo Montorsoli
It is an impressive temple, the second in size for the churches of Messina
a stately sanctuary built on the hill of Caperrina, the panoramic point of the city
One of the most important and imponent monuments of the historical centre of Messina.
The regional Museum hosts wonderful works of art such as two paintings of Caravaggio and two paintings of the great Antonello da Messina.
is one of the few great monuments that have resisted earthquakes and the fury of incendiary bombs of war events
one of the most important religious buildings
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Messina Regional museum and historical city center Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Local guide
- Taxes
- Round trip transfer by private A/C van
- Liability Insurance
- Discover Messina Travel Assistance
- Live commentary on board
- Walking tours
- Food and drinks
- Anything which is not specified in the “Inclusions”
- Private expenses
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by DISCOVER MESSINA SICILY.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 4 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made
• Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port
