{"id":17347,"date":"2022-05-04T15:02:10","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T13:02:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demo.winalist.fr\/blog?p=17347"},"modified":"2025-02-01T07:26:27","modified_gmt":"2025-02-01T06:26:27","slug":"messina-sicily","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/blog\/italy-wine-region\/sicily\/messina-sicily","title":{"rendered":"Visiting Messina Sicily: Top 6 things to see and do for a great Sicilian stay"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Do you dream of experiencing the breathtaking beauty and rich history that <strong>Messina Sicily<\/strong> has to\n  offer? We don't blame you.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Known as \"The Doorway of Sicily,\" legend holds that this port city was established by Giants during Ancient Greek\n  times. For centuries it served as a strategic passageway between Italy and the Mediterranean Sea. Not only does\n  Messina boast an immense historical legacy, but its former status as capital city of Il Regno delle Due Sicilie still\n  significantly contributes to both Sicily's economy and all of Italy today. Make your trip to Splendid Messina in\n  beautiful Sicily truly unforgettable!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A visit to Messina province is an unforgettable experience, from awe-inspiring Greek ruins and glistening beaches to\n  majestic Roman monuments. But that's just the beginning! The area around Messina in Sicily also offers amazing\n  wine-tourism activities! Join us as we take you on a tour of must-see spots during your time in beautiful Messina and\n  explore some of the nearby wineries that shouldn't be missed!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<div id=\"winalist-partner-widget-vm8w8x4299\" class=\"winalist-partner-widget\"><\/div>\n<script type=\"application\/javascript\">\n  var winalistWidget = document.getElementById('winalist-partner-widget-vm8w8x4299');\n  var i = document.createElement(\"iframe\");\n  i.style.border = \"none\";\n  i.style.width = \"100%\";\n  i.style.minHeight = \"550px\";\n  i.style.height = \"550px\";\n  i.setAttribute(\"src\", \"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/affiliate\/widget?partner=14&type=map&lat=38.1937335&lng=15.5542057&location=Messina, Messine, Italie\");\n  if (winalistWidget) winalistWidget.appendChild(i);\n<\/script>\n<script type=\"application\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/widget\/affiliate-widget-config.min.js\"><\/script>\n<!-- \/wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Traveling to Messina \u2013 Things to know before you go<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":17357,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/images.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/04145604\/messina-sunset-sicily.jpg\" alt=\"Messina sicily\" class=\"wp-image-17357\" title=\"- - -\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Messina - sunset<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Messina?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Conveniently situated on the northeastern tip of Sicily, Messina is the third-largest city in this Italian island. It\n  lies within the province bearing its name and radiates a beaming energy that draws visitors from near and far.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get to Messina Italy<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The best way to reach Messina Italy is flying to Catania Airport (CTA) that is less than a 100km away. You can reach\n  Messina by taking a bus from Catania to Messina for 1h45. Another option is to land in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/regions\/calabria\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Reggio Calabria<\/a>\n  Airport (REG) and then take the ferry to Messina.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Messina<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You have the choice of several kinds of accommodations in Messina! Find your perfect hotel in Messina, or private\n  lodging:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tp.media\/r?marker=132667.https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/fr\/reims.fr.html&amp;p=2076&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fit%2Fgiovanna-home.html%3Faid%3D304142%3Blabel%3Dgen173nr-1DCAEoggI46AdIM1gEaE2IAQGYAQ24ARfIAQzYAQPoAQGIAgGoAgO4Ar-pypMGwAIB0gIkMDRiMzI4ZjMtMGY2OC00ZmI2LThiMjgtOWQ5MjQxZjUzZWY22AIE4AIB%3Bsid%3D6dab159e630872d9f447978b71f333c1%3Bdest_id%3D-121616%3Bdest_type%3Dcity%3Bdist%3D0%3Bgroup_adults%3D2%3Bgroup_children%3D0%3Bhapos%3D2%3Bhpos%3D2%3Bno_rooms%3D1%3Breq_adults%3D2%3Breq_children%3D0%3Broom1%3DA%252CA%3Bsb_price_type%3Dtotal%3Bsr_order%3Dpopularity%3Bsrepoch%3D1651676393%3Bsrpvid%3Dc0ca697407cf00b3%3Btype%3Dtotal%3Bucfs%3D1%26%23hotelTmpl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Giovoanna Home<\/a><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tp.media\/r?marker=132667.https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/fr\/reims.fr.html&amp;p=2076&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fit%2Fcasa-lucia-messina.html%3Faid%3D304142%26label%3Dgen173nr-1DCAEoggI46AdIM1gEaE2IAQGYAQ24ARfIAQzYAQPoAQGIAgGoAgO4Ar-pypMGwAIB0gIkMDRiMzI4ZjMtMGY2OC00ZmI2LThiMjgtOWQ5MjQxZjUzZWY22AIE4AIB%26sid%3D6dab159e630872d9f447978b71f333c1%26dest_id%3D-121616%26dest_type%3Dcity%26group_adults%3D2%26group_children%3D0%26hapos%3D1%26hpos%3D1%26lang%3Den-us%26no_rooms%3D1%26req_adults%3D2%26req_children%3D0%26room1%3DA%252CA%26sb_price_type%3Dtotal%26soz%3D1%26sr_order%3Dpopularity%26srepoch%3D1651676393%26srpvid%3Dc0ca697407cf00b3%26type%3Dtotal%26ucfs%3D1%26lang_click%3Dother%3Bcdl%3Dfr%3Blang_changed%3D1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Casa Lucia<\/a><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tp.media\/r?marker=132667.https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/fr\/reims.fr.html&amp;p=2076&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fit%2Fmiti-dello-stretto.html%3Faid%3D304142%26label%3Dgen173nr-1DCAEoggI46AdIM1gEaE2IAQGYAQ24ARfIAQzYAQPoAQGIAgGoAgO4Ar-pypMGwAIB0gIkMDRiMzI4ZjMtMGY2OC00ZmI2LThiMjgtOWQ5MjQxZjUzZWY22AIE4AIB%26sid%3D6dab159e630872d9f447978b71f333c1%26dest_id%3D-121616%26dest_type%3Dcity%26group_adults%3D2%26group_children%3D0%26hapos%3D3%26hpos%3D3%26lang%3Den-us%26no_rooms%3D1%26req_adults%3D2%26req_children%3D0%26room1%3DA%252CA%26sb_price_type%3Dtotal%26soz%3D1%26sr_order%3Dpopularity%26srepoch%3D1651676393%26srpvid%3Dc0ca697407cf00b3%26type%3Dtotal%26ucfs%3D1%26lang_click%3Dother%3Bcdl%3Den-us%3Blang_changed%3D1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Miti Dello Stretto B&amp;B<\/a><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tp.media\/r?marker=132667.https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/fr\/reims.fr.html&amp;p=2076&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Flabel%3Dgen173nr-1DCAEoggI46AdIM1gEaE2IAQGYAQ24ARfIAQzYAQPoAQGIAgGoAgO4Ar-pypMGwAIB0gIkMDRiMzI4ZjMtMGY2OC00ZmI2LThiMjgtOWQ5MjQxZjUzZWY22AIE4AIB%26sid%3D6dab159e630872d9f447978b71f333c1%26tmpl%3Dsearchresults%26ac_click_type%3Db%26ac_position%3D0%26class_interval%3D1%26dest_id%3D-121616%26dest_type%3Dcity%26dtdisc%3D0%26from_sf%3D1%26group_adults%3D2%26group_children%3D0%26inac%3D0%26index_postcard%3D0%26label_click%3Dundef%26lang%3Den-us%26no_rooms%3D1%26offset%3D0%26postcard%3D0%26raw_dest_type%3Dcity%26room1%3DA%252CA%26sb_price_type%3Dtotal%26search_selected%3D1%26shw_aparth%3D1%26slp_r_match%3D0%26soz%3D1%26src%3Dindex%26src_elem%3Dsb%26srpvid%3D946269670e8f030b%26ss%3DMessina%252C%2520Sicily%252C%2520Italy%26ss_all%3D0%26ss_raw%3Dmessina%26ssb%3Dempty%26sshis%3D0%26lang_click%3Dother%3Bcdl%3Dfr%3Blang_changed%3D1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Discover more<\/a>, to have a better overview on what's available for your trip.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top 6 things to see in Messina Sicily<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Messina is a living testament to the many civilizations that have traversed it: from Roman, Byzantine and Arab\n  invasions to the days of glory during Aragon's reign when Messina became capital of Due Sicilie Kingdom.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Yet, despite earthquakes and war bombardments ravaging its structure over time, Messina has been reborn as an\n  entirely modern city thanks to stringent safety regulations which specify low-rise buildings with wide streets. Other\n  than ruins or monuments still standing today in tribute to its past glories, this new wave of development means no one\n  would ever suspect how long ago these foundations were first laid!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Discover this list of our<strong> top 6 must-see places during your stay in Messina Italy<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Piazza del Duomo<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":17356,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/images.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/04145349\/messina-piazza-del-duomo-sicily.jpg\" alt=\"- - -\" class=\"wp-image-17356\" title=\"- - -\"><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When disembarking the ferry, Piazza del Duomo will be waiting to welcome you! This is one of Messina's most renowned\n  attractions - an outdoor gathering place adorned with several Sicilian monuments. Discover Fontana di Orione, the Bell\n  Tower and the majestic Cathedral as your journey begins in this charming Italian city.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Messina Cathedral<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":17355,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/images.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/04145244\/Messina-Cathedral-sicilia-by-divino.jpg\" alt=\"- - -\" class=\"wp-image-17355\" title=\"- - -\"><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The majestic Messina Cathedral, constructed by one of Michelangelo\u2019s apprentices in 1551 and located on Piazza del\n  Duomo, is a hallmark of the Sicilian city. It has weathered several challenges over time but its original architecture\n  remains intact with it having undergone numerous restorations since then. You will be amazed not only at its interior\n  grandiosity but also at its breathtaking exterior \u2013 you must go see for yourself!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":33717,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"wide\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/images.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/01072616\/adobestock-370404429-1500x1004.jpeg\" alt=\"- - -\" class=\"wp-image-33717\" title=\"- - -\"><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A superb building of Norman architecture, this small church is a unique one: it is one of the only buildings from the\n  Ancient Era that survived over time. You will find it south east of Pizza del Duomo. Make sure to snap this real-life\n  Norman heritage!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Messina Regional Museum<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Located in the northern part of the town, you must explore the Messina Regional Museum. There, you will find\n  art-works of Caravaggio, one of Italy\u2019s finest artists: the <em>Shepherds\u2019 adoration of the Christ Child<\/em> and\n  <em>Resurrection of Lazarus<\/em>. The Museum also fides archeological pieces and sublime Renaissance sculptures.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Zona Falcata and its Lighthouse<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":17353,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/images.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/04145140\/messina-zona-falcata.jpg\" alt=\"- - -\" class=\"wp-image-17353\" title=\"- - -\"><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On the more commercial and modern aspect of one of Sicily\u2019s major cities, you must discover Messina\u2019s port at Zona\n  Falcata. It will give you an idea of the daily Mediterranean port-life Messina locals work in. If you walk until the\n  edge of the port, you will be able to admire Messina\u2019s impressive Lighthouse, and a complete panorama on the Italian\n  city.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Temple Christ the King<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":17352,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/images.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/04145109\/Temple-christ-the-king-messina-sicily-FLICKR.jpg\" alt=\"messina italy\" class=\"wp-image-17352\" title=\"- - -\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Source: Flickr<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Perched on a hilltop, you can\u2019t miss the Temple Christ the King that overlooks Sicily\u2019s late capital. Head to Viale\n  Principio Umberto to see it face to face. A rather recent building, built in 1937, this impressive monument was\n  designed under the influence of Corinthian art, together with Baroque characteristics.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Events in Messina not to miss<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":17351,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/images.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/04145054\/sicily-carnival.jpg\" alt=\"- - -\" class=\"wp-image-17351\" title=\"- - -\"><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Be a part of Sicilian customs and traditions by participating to one of Messina\u2019s incredible events!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>End of January: Annual Carnival \u2013 colorful streets, processions and incredible costumes;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>April for Easter celebrations;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>May 1<sup>st<\/sup>: <em>Carro Siciliano Festival<\/em> \u2013 a celebration with traditional Sicilian cart.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>13<sup>th<\/sup> &amp; 14<sup>th<\/sup> of August: Ride of the Giants \u2013 a splendid and festive parade to celebrate\n    Messina\u2019s founders, legendary Giants of Ancient Greece.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top wineries to visit near Messina \u2013 Discover Sicily wine<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In addition to being a city that testifies incredible richness over centuries and still to date, the city of Messina\n  is also part of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/regions\/sicily\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sicily vineyards<\/a>\n  and offer wine wonders. The Messina Province is home to the <em>Mamertino DOC<\/em> appellation, of which:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>White wines are made out of Ansonica and Grillo grape varieties;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Red wines are made out of Nero d\u2019Zvolo and Nocera grape varieties.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Wondering around Sicily vineyards should entirely be part of your trip in northern Sicily. Here is a selection of 2\n  wineries near Messina that offer top experiences to discover <strong>Sicilian wines<\/strong> and meet passionate\n  winegrowers!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cantine Madaudo<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Entirely dedicated to sparkling wine production, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/529\/cantine-madaudo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cantine Madaudo<\/a> has been carrying on the family production for four generations.\n  Attached to Sicilian terroir, they only grow autonomous grape varieties, and the estate is now listed as one of the\n  most important <strong>wineries of Sicily<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Today, they welcome you for tasting their premium Sicilian Bubbles at their Sparkling Wine Plant. During a guided\n  tour, you will see with your eyes the bottling and capping process o this special sparkling wine. Then, you will enjoy\n  a commented tasting of their Capovero Grillo Cuv\u00e8e Extra Dry and the Capovero Metodo Classico.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tenuta Enza La Fauci<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Close to Cao Perolo, where legendary <em>Ulysse<\/em> meets the sirens during his journey, you will find the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/497\/tenuta-enza-la-fauci\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tenuta Enza La\n    Fauci<\/a> Sicilian winery. Their <em>terroir<\/em> is unique due to peculiar soil and types of wind: a mix of clay,\n  limestone, winds of Scirocco and Tramontana and abundant rain.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>They are happy to take you to their vineyards for a beautiful Sunset Walk, after visiting their cellar and learn all\n  there is about their wine-making methods. They also organize a special Lunch in the winery activity, that includes of\n  course a delicious Sicilian meal with winegrowers.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<div id=\"winalist-partner-widget-b7wqg2m327n\" class=\"winalist-partner-widget\"><\/div>\n<script type=\"application\/javascript\">\n  var winalistWidget = document.getElementById('winalist-partner-widget-b7wqg2m327n');\n  var i = document.createElement(\"iframe\");\n  i.style.border = \"none\";\n  i.style.width = \"100%\";\n  i.style.minHeight = \"550px\"; i.setAttribute(\"src\", \"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/affiliate\/widget?partner=14&type=experiences-slider&host_id=497&locale=auto&activity_id=any&display_title=yes\");\n  if (winalistWidget) winalistWidget.appendChild(i);\n<\/script>\n<script type=\"application\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/widget\/affiliate-widget-config.min.js\"><\/script>\n<!-- \/wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other great wineries near Messina<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you stay in Messina, you will probably want to visit the Mount Etna (and you should!). While doing so, you can\n  also spend a bit of time discovering wineries nearby:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<div id=\"winalist-partner-widget-zcd129vol5\" class=\"winalist-partner-widget\"\n  data-utms=\"utm_source=blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=affiliatewidget\">\n<\/div>\n<script type=\"application\/javascript\">\n  var winalistWidget = document.getElementById('winalist-partner-widget-zcd129vol5');\n  var i = document.createElement(\"iframe\");\n  i.style.border = \"none\";\n  i.style.width = \"100%\";\n  i.style.minHeight = \"550px\"; i.setAttribute(\"src\", \"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/affiliate\/widget?partner=14&type=experiences-slider&slider_type=location&city_id=279&locale=en_US&activity_id=any&display_title=yes\");\n  if (winalistWidget) winalistWidget.prepend(i);\n<\/script>\n<script type=\"application\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.winalist.com\/widget\/affiliate-widget-config.min.js\"><\/script>\n<!-- \/wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other cities to visit near Messina<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You might want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/cities\/catania\">visit Catania<\/a>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Enjoy your amazing Italian trip to Messina Sicily!<\/em><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ &amp; Useful resources<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:rank-math\/faq-block {\"questions\":[{\"id\":\"faq-question-1651668377443\",\"title\":\"Is Messina in Sicily worth visiting?\",\"content\":\"Once the capital of a great kingdom, the one of Sicily, Messina is a beautiful and authentic Sicilian city that has a massive historical heritage. 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