Shore Excursion Size
StandardShore Excursion Type Cultural, Scenic
Shore Excursion Duration 24 Hours
Activity Level
EasyShore Excursion Leaves From
Numerous bus stops throughout Messina. The closest stop is at the cruise ship pier. Food/Beverage Provided Not Included
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, and comfortable, sensible, closed-toe walking shoes. Sunscreen and sunglasses are also suggested. Please have your knees and shoulders covered if visiting a religious site.
Restrictions Walking is at your own discretion. No entrance fees are included in this price. Many sites in the city are not wheelchair accessible. The bus does not have a second level. Seating on the bus is on a first come basis. Proof of age must be provided for all children and infants. Infants must sit on paying adults lap or will be charged child rate. Guests must be able to step up onto and off of the bus. For safety reasons it is strictly forbidden to bring luggages, awkward bags, big backpacks or bulky baggages on board the City ightseeing buses. Wheelchairs can only be accommodated on the bus if the bus is equipped with a footboard and a dedicated space for wheelchair. Not all buses are equipped. While the bus is moving both the passenger and the wheelchair have to be collocated in safety condition with safety-belts , the wheelchair have to be blocked with its brake and collocated in the appropriate space as per the bus layout. In case those conditions are not possible City Sightseeing will not allow the access on the bus. Buses are homologate for one wheelchair only.
All aboard the Blue Line bus to explore Messina, commonly referred to as the Door to Sicily. Your journey begins at Piazzo Duomo, the most important square in the city with its Norman style Cathedral and bell tower. Inside the bell tower is the world's largest astronomical clock with golden figures that move at midday.
Your route continues up Via Garibaldi to the seaside Promenade and back along the coastline. Stops include the Statua don Giovanni, Chiesa dai Catalani, Fontana Nettuno, Cupola di S. Giuliano, Galleria Vitt. Emanuele, Teatro Vitt. Emanuele, and Sacrario de Crista Re. From the stops you will be able to reach the Villa Mazzini, Municipal Aquarium, and the Regional Museum with its works by Caravaggio and Girolamo Alibrandi. This 24 hour continual bus circuit is 50 minutes in length, runs every 50 minutes, and includes audio narration in 6 languages, assistance on board, plus a free app to help you make the most of your experience. This sightseeing tour is a safe, fun, and flexible way to get around Messina! Reserve your seat today.
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