Messina Excursions and Tours

Tue, Feb 10, 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: None
Activity Level: Moderate

Duration Rates
4 Hours $89per person Learn More
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

Duration Rates
5 Hours $137per person Learn More
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

Duration Rates
4.5 Hours $115per person Learn More
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

Duration Rates
7 Hours $216per person Learn More
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

Duration Rates
4 Hours $123per person Learn More
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

Duration Rates
4 Hours $80per person Learn More
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

Duration Rates
4 Hours $99per person Learn More
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

Duration Rates
8 Hours $170per person Learn More
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: None
Activity Level: Moderate

Duration Rates
4 Hours $74per person Learn More
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

Duration Rates
4 Hours $110per person Learn More
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