Private tour in Messina CRISTINA L

Messina: History & food . A private walking tour

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CRISTINA L.

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Hello! My name is Cristina and I'm a well - experienced tour guide since 2000, and besides, I am a tour leader since 2004. I use to take groups all around my wonderful island. I live in Lipari, the largest of the seven Aeolian islands in the north-eastern Sicily. I like travelling and I'm a trekking lover. I have a degree in Foreign Languages from the University of Messina, I speak English and French very well but I also speak Spanish fluently. From 2015 to 2021, I've been the president of the Association of Tourist guides called "Guide Turistiche Eolie Messina Taormina". I really enjoy doing my job and the advantage of it is changing itineraries every day: one day can be a guided tour of Lipari, so the typical magic condition of a little island or the day after, the fascinating environment of a visit to Mount Etna, the big volcano. Sicily is rich in archaeological sites, wonderful churches, small villages to discover or cities with an enormous artistic heritage. I enjoy illustrating the treasures of my region to anyone who decides to visit it. Not only history and monuments but also traditions, gastronomy and everyday life. I am lucky to guide travellers to the discovery of outstanding places such as the Aeolian Islands, Messina, Taormina, Etna, Catania and many more. Explore Sicily as a local, let's do it toghether! Group or individual visits, classic or tailor-made itineraries? I wait for you to show you the wonders of my island. I have a degree in foreign languages. I am a qualified tourist guide since 2000. I am a qualified Tour Leader since 2004 President of the association "Guide Turistiche Eolie Messina Taormina" from 2015 to 2021 I am not a driver. I can arrange for a separate car and driver.

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Overview of your Messina tour

Welcome to Messina! During this amazing tour you will experience the best parts of the city with a local licensed guide. History, art, traditions, everyday life experiences of the third Sicilian town. But also the taste of the typical local food: granita, a kind of sorbet and arancini, stuffed and fried rice balls. Let me share with you the wonderful monuments, sites and panorama we have here: the Strait of Messina, dividing Sicily to the mainland, the cathedral originally built during the 12th century and one of the most complex and largest mechanical and astronomical clock in the world. Let me guide you to the discovery of the less known aspects of the city and feel like a local tasting the best granita and arancini in city!

Your Messina tour itinerary

The tour starts from the agreed place in Messina. We'll walk around the main square of the city, the Duomo square and we'll see and visit: - The Duomo, that is the main church of the city with its magnificent works of art and one of the biggest organ in Italy; - The City Hall and its square that tell us about the story of the city; - The view over the Strait of Messina; - The outside of the 11th century church of the Catalans; - The monument dedicated to Don Juan of Austria; - Cairoli square: the modern part of the city, with its little cafès and shops. We won't miss the show of the bell tower's statues. One of the biggest mechanical and astronomical clock in the world. Additional information: I am flexible and I can customize my tours according to traveller's wishes. Feel free to contact me.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour

What's included
Other: - granita tasting and arancini tasting (le me know if there are allergies or intolerances)
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Messina, Sicily, Italy

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Other details
Tour categories
History
Food And Drink
Architecture
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1245549
Languages
English
French
Italian
Spanish
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
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Who is this private tour in Messina best suited for?

This private walking tour in Messina is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's rich history and savour its local cuisine. It's ideal for those interested in art, traditions, and everyday life experiences of Messina, as well as food enthusiasts eager to taste local specialties like granita and arancini. The tour is also suitable for families, including kids and seniors, as it is wheelchair accessible and involves minimal walking.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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