Explore Messina
Messina is a harbor city on Sicily,s northeastern coast, separated from Italy via the Strait of Messina.Local tourist attractions include the marble fountains, Fontana di Orione and the Neptune fountain, the former has carved inscriptions, the latter holds a statue of the sea god.The most well-known is the Norman Messina Cathedral, with an awe-inspiring clock on it,s bell tower, 15th-century windows and it,s gothic portal.
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Language Spoken
Currency & Time Zone
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant meal 15 Euros, Mid-range Restaurant meal 50 Euros, Combo Meal 7 EurosDrinks
Coke/Pepsi 1,43 Euros, Bottle of Wine 5 Euros, Beer 1,49 - 5 Euros, Water 0,22 - 0,96 Euros, Cappuccino 1,72 Euros
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 3,50 Euros, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 3 EurosGeneral Transport
The Messina tramway,s one line connects Gazzi with Annunziata.Things to do in Messina
The Messina Cathedral, rebuilt after WWII, dates back to the 16th century, displays the style distinct of that era and harbours both scuplted statues and decorated support beams.The square contains the Piazza del Duomo, Messina Bell Tower, an ornately detailed water fountain, restaurants and cafes, all of this lie just a few steps away from the port.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
(Italy) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to Italy:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B and Rabies.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to Italy: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
- TDAP (Tetanus
- Diphtheria & Pertussis)
- Chickenpox
- Shingles
- Pneumonia
- Influenza
- Meningitis and Polio.
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- Umbrella
- Raincoat
- Waterproof and comfortable shoes
- Jeans or similar
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Swimwear
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Shorts and sandals and a First Aid Kit.
