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City break in Messina. Active leisure ideas for Messina - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Messina - La Cattedrale Messina is a large port city that offers its guests all kinds of entertainment. The city creates excellent conditions for beach recreation and water sports. First-class sports centers and equipment rental points are open near the port area. On the shores of the Strait of Messina and outside the city, there are wonderful beaches featuring modern infrastructure. Diversify your beach vacation by visiting Baby Park, which is sure to appeal to both children and adults. It offers a wide selection of rides and carousels, among which there are suitable ones for the youngest visitors and adult thrill-seekers. The amusement park is buried in trees, so it'd be a pleasure to rest here even in the midst of a hot day. Baby Park runs a cafe and several souvenir shops so you can spend all day here.
Messina is rich in architectural sights of various periods, and one of the main symbols of the city is the wonderful Duomo di Messina. The cathedral built in the 12th century has survived … Open
Another great place for a family is Acquario Comunale. It is quite small but has a rich collection of marine life. The aquarium has gathered representatives of marine fauna that live in coastal waters, including quite rare species of fish, jellyfish and crustaceans. Fascinating tours are conducted for visitors every day so that everyone can learn lots of interesting things about the underwater world.
In the city and its immediate surroundings, you will discover wonderful parks that will be a real find for all nature enthusiasts. Parco Avventura Dei Peloritani is another interesting park where fascinating hiking routes are laid and a separate recreation area with rope attractions is equipped. Fans of active entertainment will have a chance to ride a bungee, climb the trees on a huge rope web, and walk on high rope bridges. Visitors can enjoy special children's attractions, as well as those designed for adult visitors. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
1. Messina has a large port where active navigation is carried out even at night. Here, tourists are offered interesting tours of other Sicilian cities, as well as trips to remote beaches. … Open
A tour of Monte Soro Park promises to be very interesting. The beautiful park with many rare plants became home to dozens of bird species. However, its main attraction is the huge trees whose age reaches several hundred years. These trees rise to a height of over 10 meters and and look absolutely fantastic.
Messina - Sicily An interesting recreational option is daily boat tours organized for tourists at the port. Here you can book a tour along the coast of Sicily and admire the island's historical and natural sights. There are also interesting trips for fishing enthusiasts - you can go fishing on a rented boat alone or with local fishermen. One of the largest diving centers on the island can be found in the port area, so diving trips are offered here either.
Messina is famous for a variety of nightclubs and bars. Visitors to the city can continue having fun even after dark. One of the biggest nightclubs is Noa. Every night it hosts incendiary parties and entertainment programs. The club has a bar with a huge selection of Italian wines and exotic cocktails. Given its diverse playlist, it is aimed at a wide range of guests.
Messina - Sicily All beer lovers will be happy to visit Looppolo Bar, which specializes in the worldwide popular drink. Its guests can taste the best beers brought from around the world. In addition to their favorite drinks, they are offered a wide selection of specialties and snacks. Besides a great selection of beers, this bar has also gained popularity due to its entertainment programs. It welcomes visitors until late at night.
Although Messina cannot boast an abundance of large malls and markets, shopping enthusiasts will not be bored here. Most of the popular souvenir shops can be found near the central square … Open
One of the favorite entertainments for guests of Messina is city walks, during which they can admire its magnificent fountains and architectural monuments, visit beautiful parks and squares. Messina is buried in greenery, so you can walk here comfortably even on a hot summer day. Locals often gather at fountains where there is always a pleasant coolness. It wouldn't be hard to find places for secluded relaxation in the vicinity of the city. Wonderful park areas, as well as uncrowded beaches of pristine natural beauty await you there. Messina is a many-sided resort that is sure to please fans of peaceful rest and active entertainment.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Messina and surroundings

Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Messina
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Aspromonte' , 25.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale della Sila' , 158.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Messina
♥   Water park 'Etnaland' Belpasso, Catania, 91.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Messina
♥   Restaurant 'Vecchio Porto' Villa San Giovanni. Type - Seafood. 8.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'La Sirena' Messina. Type - Seafood. 9.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Baylik' REGGIO DI CALABRIA. Type - Seafood. 11.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'I Due Mari' SANTA TRADA DI CANNITELLO. Type - Traditional cuisine. 12.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Alle Cantine della Lampara' PELLARO. Type - Regional cuisine. 20.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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City break ideas for neighbours of Messina

Guide to your best city break in Messina - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Messina - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Messina?' disappears immediately.
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