4 Messina Cultural Excursions

Messina Cultural Excursions & Cultural Cruise Shore Excursions in Messina - Enjoy our selected list of Cultural Excursions in Messina while in Messina cruise port by Shore Excursioneer, the leading independent Cruise Shore Excursion Expert Worldwide!
Messina Private Full Day Mount Etna and Taormina Excursion
Messina Private Full Day Mount Etna and Taormina Excursion
  • Private round-trip transportation from your Palermo Cruise pier!
  • Private English-speaking driver!
  • Light lunch, water, and wine tasting included!
  • Scenic drive through the Etna wine country!
  • Visit to the Silvestri Craters on Mount Etna!
  • Cable car ride on Mount Etna into the volcanic landscape!
  • Visit and free time in Taormina!
Journey through Sicily’s dramatic landscapes on this unforgettable adventure. Travel from Messina to the mighty Mount Etna, exploring the Silvestri Craters and riding a cable car into its surreal, volcanic terrain. Then, wander the charming hilltop town of Taormina, where breathtaking views, fragrant citrus blossoms, and vibrant local culture await. A perfect blend of nature, history, and Sicilian charm.
Full refund for cancellations 48+ hours in advance.
Activity Level: Low
Minimum Age: All Ages
Excursion ID:  S6422
Duration: 7 hours
Languages: EN | IT
From USD $20299 Reg Price: USD $210.00
Messina Private Full Day to Mount Etna and Wine Tasting Excursion
Messina Private Full Day to Mount Etna and Wine Tasting Excursion
  • Private round-trip transportation from your Palermo Cruise pier!
  • Private English-speaking driver!
  • Scenic drive through the Etna wine country!
  • Visit to the Silvestri Craters on Mount Etna!
  • Cable car ride up Mount Etna (to approximately 3,000 feet or higher)!
  • Visit a renowned winery and have a wine tasting session!
  • Sampling of typical Sicilian dishes!
Experience the dramatic beauty of Mount Etna and the rich flavors of Sicily on this unforgettable journey. Travel from the harbor with your English-speaking driver escort to the famous Silvestri Craters, then ascend the volcano by cable car into a surreal, lunar-like landscape. Continue through the scenic Etna wine region to a local winery, where you’ll enjoy a tasting of regional wines paired with authentic Sicilian dishes. A perfect blend of nature, culture, and flavor.
Full refund for cancellations 48+ hours in advance.
Activity Level: Low
Minimum Age: All Ages
Excursion ID:  S6425
Duration: 7 hours
Languages: EN | IT
From USD $18499 Reg Price: USD $198.00
Messina Private Full Day to Savoca and Taormina Excursion
Messina Private Full Day to Savoca and Taormina Excursion
  • Private round-trip transportation from your Palermo Cruise pier!
  • Private English-speaking driver!
  • Visit to Taormina, including free time to explore the town's historic center, shops, and scenic viewpoints!
  • Visit to Savoca, including time to see filming locations from The Godfather, particularly Bar Vitelli!
Discover two of Sicily’s most captivating towns in one unforgettable day. Begin with a visit to glamorous Taormina, perched high above the Bay of Naxos, where charming streets, citrus-scented air, and elegant boutiques await. Then journey to the hillside village of Savoca, famous for its medieval beauty and as a filming location for The Godfather. Enjoy a stroll through cinematic history and savor a refreshing granita at the iconic Bar Vitelli.
Full refund for cancellations 48+ hours in advance.
Activity Level: Low
Minimum Age: All Ages
Excursion ID:  S6426
Duration: 7 hours
Languages: EN | IT
From USD $13899 Reg Price: USD $145.00
Messina Affordable Shuttle Excursion to Taormina
  • Roundtrip shuttle transportation from a central meeting point close to your Messina cruise port to Taormina!
  • Assistance on board the bus in English and Italian!
  • Free map of the city!
  • Free WiFi on board the bus!
  • Free time to explore Taormina on your own!
  • BONUS - one complete lap of the City Sightseeing Blue Route in Messina!
Enjoy a picturesque ride along the coast where all you need to do is revel in the beauty. A luxury round-trip shuttle from Messina to Taormina provides this fabulous opportunity to enjoy nature, history, and culture at its best, all in a single day. Explore Taormina on your own, at your own pace. Don't miss this opportunity to see Sicily in this stress-free, relaxed adventure!
Full refund for cancellations 24+ hours in advance.
Activity Level: Moderate
Minimum Age: All Ages
Excursion ID:  S3533
Duration: 6 hours
Languages: EN | IT
From USD $4999 Reg Price: USD $65.00