Messina Excursions and Tours
Sun, Nov 8, 2026
These are sample Shore Excursions available through independent tour operators. Tours may vary by arrival dates, port arrival and departure times. Additional excursions may be available directly through Viking Oceans.
Best of Taormina
Messina
See the best of Taormina on this self-guided tour.
Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 4 Hours |
$107per person
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Castelmola and Taormina
Messina
Spend the day discovering Castelmola and Taormina, two breathtaking ancient villages nestled in the mountainous Sicilian coast where spectacular views take the word scenic to a entirely new place.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 6 Hours |
$152per person
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Castelmola and Taormina with Theatre
Messina
Examine a 3rd century Greco-Roman theater, the world's biggest astronomical clock and more on this day trip to the medieval villages of Castelmola and Taormina. Plus, you will also have time to explore the historical port of Messina.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Eco, Nature
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 7 Hours |
$170per person
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Castelmola and Etna Winery
Messina
Take a scenic drive along the picturesque Ionian coast while your guide introduces you to the history of Sicily before you reach Castelmola. Visit this small, charming village before continuing to a local winery.
Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food
Food/Beverage: Snacks, Beverages (Salami, olives, chees
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 7 Hours |
$239per person
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Taste of Taormina
Messina
Craft your very own Italian pizza with locally sourced ingredients under the careful direction of one Taormina's renowned Porta Messina chefs. You will also walk along Corso Umberto while you learn about the city's past and enjoy its beautiful views.
Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food
Food/Beverage: Lunch Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 7 Hours |
$225per person
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Exclusive Taormina and Messina
Messina
Embrace Sicily's unique natural and man-made beauty on this orientation tour of Taormina and Messina.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 4.5 Hours |
$149per person
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Private Mount Etna Drive
Messina
Explore one of the world's most renowned active volcanoes during this memorable visit to Mount Etna.
Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: None
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 5 Hours |
$163per person
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Etna Wine Experience
Messina
Learn the art of winemaking on the lava soil and explore the outstanding medieval town of Randazzo Sicily.
Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food
Food/Beverage: Beverage, Snack Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 7 Hours |
$231per person
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Mt Etna and Taormina
Messina
Explore the base of Mount Etna and walk the streets of the ancient village of Taormina, an ancient Sicilian village with a Grecian surprise.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 7 Hours |
$178per person
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Private Land of the Godfather
Messina
Sicily's unparalleled beauty, as featured in The Godfather film series, comes alive during this scenic tour of Savoca and Forza d'Agro.
Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Difficult
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| 4.5 Hours |
$145per person
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Taormina and Etna with The Gold of the Gods
Messina
Sicily is known for sights and flavors, experience them all with this wonderful chance to indulge in visiting the spectacular Taormina, the imposing Mt. Etna and then the charming quaintness of a local farm to partake in the tastes of Italy.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Snacks, Beverages
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 7 Hours |
$152per person
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Private Mount Etna and Wine Tasting
Messina
Enjoy the magnitude and beauty of one of the world's most renowned active volcanoes and sample local wines during this memorable visit to Mount Etna.
Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food
Food/Beverage: Wine and Snacks
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 7 Hours |
$257per person
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Private Panoramic Messina
Messina
See the highlights of Messina and visit the museum on this half day tour.
Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: None
Activity Level: Easy
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| 4 Hours |
$145per person
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Private Taormina and Castelmola
Messina
Enjoy the panoramic views of the Gulf on Naxos on this private tour of Taormina and Castelmola.
Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: None
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 4 Hours |
$92per person
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Taormina and Savoca with The Godfather
Messina
Calling all Godfather fans: Visit a variety of the beloved movie's filming locations with this cultural tour of Savoca. You will also visit the beautiful medieval village of Taormina.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 6 Hours |
$134per person
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Small Group Messina Sicilian Street Food Walk with Tastings
Messina
Discover Messina's historic center on a relaxed 3-hour walking food tour that pairs iconic landmarks with four tastings of classic Sicilian specialties like granita with brioche, focaccia, arancino, and cannolo. Designed with cruise travelers in mind, this flavorful experience offers local drinks, engaging commentary, and an easy, mostly flat route just steps from one of Sicily's most convenient cruise ports.
Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food
Food/Beverage: Beverage, Tastings Included
Activity Level: Easy
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| 3 Hours |
$89per person
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Highlights of Taormina and Castelmola
Messina
Take in the sights on this exclusive small group tour from Taormina to Castelmola that lets you set your own itinerary.
Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 4 Hours |
$125per person
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Private Taormina and Mount Etna
Messina
Embrace Sicily's unique natural and man-made beauty during this full-day visit to Taormina and Mount Etna.
Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: None
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 8 Hours |
$258per person
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Private Taormina On Your Own
Messina
Enjoy private transportation to Taormina for a half day of self-guided sightseeing.
Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 4 Hours |
$80per person
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Taormina and Winery Adventure
Messina
Discover Sicily when arriving to Messina as you will travel from the port to Taormina to explore this magical place. Round out your day with a stop to a local winery to taste the bounty of the region and its wines.
Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food
Food/Beverage: Snacks, Beverages (Salami, olives, chees
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 7 Hours |
$250per person
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Private Ruins of Tindari and the Black Madonna
Messina
Experience the dramatic scenery of Sicily's Northern coast on this half-day tour to visit the ruins of Tindari and the Black Madonna.
Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: None
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 4 Hours |
$138per person
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Messina Walking Tour
Messina
Embark on a walking tour to visit one of the most ancient cities of Sicily. During this walking tour of Messina you will see the main sites including the Catalani Church, Palace Zanca and the largest astronomical clock in the world.
Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Walking Tour
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate
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| 2.5 Hours |
$54per person
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