Messina walking Photo Tour in the Most Scenic Spots In Town Discount Tickets

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Overview

Our Messina photo tour is the best if you are a photographer or if you simply want to enjoy the best photo spots with a local guide. Embark on a guided photo tour discovering the historical city center that will take you to the best locations for your pictures and selfies. After visiting the Catalani Church, one of the few buildings that survived the catastrophic earthquake of 1908, our photo tour will take you to Piazza Duomo, to visit the impressive Bell Tower. Climb up to the panoramic terrace with amazing 360° views over the city, the port, and the Strait. The tour continues with a panoramic walk to discover the church of the Madonna di Montalto and the shrine of Christ the King with beautiful views of the Strait of Messina and mainland Italy and will finish with a visit to the huge church of San Francesco all Immaculata, the second largest church after the Cathedral and the waterfront with the beautiful Neptune fountain.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

FOR THE PASSENGERS NOT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: we will meet you at our office in Via 1 Settembre 110, 98122.

Pickup Information

FOR THE CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: we will meet you inside the port, in front of the ship (GATE 5). FOR THE PASSENGERS WHO ARE NOT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: we will meet you at our office situated in Via 1 Settembre 110, 98122.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Chiesa Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani
Ancient church located in the historical center of Messina
2. Chiesa di S. Francesco all'Immacolata
It is an impressive temple, the second in size for the churches of Messina
3. Campanile del Duomo di Messina
The Belltower is the most important attraction of Messina
4. Votive Temple of Christ The King
The temple was built on the remains of the castle of Matagrifone of which one of the towers has survived, incorporated into the base. Designed by Giovanni Battista Milani in 1937, it dominates the city with its large dome and its shapes recall the architecture of Filippo Juvarra from Messina, in particular the Basilica of Superga on the hill of the same name in Turin.
Duration: 20 mins
5. Santuario della Madonna di Montalto
Our Messina photo tour will take you uphill to one of the most famous panoramic spots in Messina to enjoy the breathtaking view of the Strait of Messina while visiting the church of the Madonna di Montalto and then the Shrine of Christ the King. Discover the church of San Francesco all’Immacolata, a beautiful example of neo-Gothic style and second largest church in Messina.
Duration: 15 mins
6. Fontana di Nettuno
The Neptune Fountain, a Renaissance masterpiece created by Giovanni Angelo Montorsoli in 1557, will wait for your arrival at the waterfront overlooking the Strait of Messina. Here you will also have the opportunity to take a photograph of the stele of the Virgin Mary of the Letter located at the entrance of Messina port.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Fontana di Orione
The most beautiful fountain of the European sixteenth century”, was defined by the art historian Bernard Berenson, and in fact, it is a work of uncommon beauty, of great significance, and of strong emotional impact. It was commissioned by the Messina Senate in 1547[1] for celebratory purposes, with the idea of ​​fixing it in memory of the construction of the first city aqueduct.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Live commentary

Local guide

Taxes

Light lunch

Liability Insurance

Discover Messina Travel Assistance

Exclusion

Gratuities (optional)

Private expenses

Anything not expressly specified under the heading INCLUSIONS

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Supplied by DISCOVER MESSINA SICILY

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