2-Hour Walking Tour of Messina, the gate to Sicily
Highlights
Messina
cultural, historical, walking
Private Tour
2 Hours
Easy
English, Italian
Description
Discover the city and its unique setting overlooking the strait separating Sicily from the mainland, flavour its easy going way of living among its low-built historical palaces and the imposing Cathedral hosting the largest astronomical clock in Europe. Make sure you join me to admire the carousel in the bell tower at noon sharp, then stop and taste the famed "granita" (whose original recipe dates back to ninth century) or a cannolo or an "arancino", the typical rice ball, and you'll start to know Sicilian attitude to life!
Itinerary
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Messina, the gate to Sicily
- Meet me at Piazza Municipio, just outside the port, where I'll introduce you to Messina's glorious past.
- Come around the imposing 18th century marble statue portraying the city as a young woman and enjoy the view over the straits with the golden statue marking the entrance to the harbour.
- Walk towards the Catalani Church and statue portraying Don Giovanni d'Austria
- Approach the Cathedral and admire the refined details on its great portal, then pay a visit to the Church and discover how the tsunami and even the bombs dropped in World War Two changed the building forever.
- Discover the details in the beautiful Renaissance fountain next to the Church.
- Stop at a local café/bakery for a snack.
- Enjoy the astronomical clock and its unique carousel.
- End of the tour in front of the Cathedral.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| The Group Size and Price | |
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| 1 to 10 | /group |
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This is a private tour |
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