Cruise Italy and the Mediterranean, Visit Messina, Sicily with Destination Oceans!

Visit Messina, Sicily on a Mediterranean cruise of Italy from Destination Oceans. Messina is the third largest city in Sicily, the island that is considered the bread basket of Italy. Cruise to Messina to discover this beautiful city, or take a short trip out of the city to the nearby resort town of Taormina. Here you can visit a spectacular Greek theatre that dates back to the 3rd century and is still used for open-air concerts because of its outstanding acoustics. Stroll the cobblestone streets and shop for the beautiful ceramics that this area is known for along the Corso Umberto. Or, stretch out along the expansive sandy beaches that make this town a jewel of the Mediterranean.

On your Mediterranean cruise, your visit to Sicily will be a truly memorable one. The island is well-known for its amazing regional cuisine. When the cruise ship stops in Messina, make sure to bring your appetite ashore. Taste some of the local favorites in Messina, including arancini, which are fried balls of rice or risotto which are filled with assorted meats and cheeses. The fresh seafood is also a must-have. The most popular dishes are swordfish and lobster, plucked straight from the sea. Pair your meals with local vintage wines for a true taste of Sicily.

With Destination Oceans you are able to customize your Italian Mediterranean cruise. Call to speak with one of our certified cruise specialists today to see how your visit to Messina and elsewhere in the Mediterranean can be truly personalized. Whether you want to travel out of Messina and hit the beaches of Taormina, or tour the city and its many flavors, Destination Oceans will help you book an itinerary that suits your taste. Call today and discover what it means to have and Italian cruise that is Your Vacation, Your Way!