Cruise port Messina (Taormina, Sicily)
Info for port Messina (Taormina, Sicily) on 24 Mar 2028
Port information & tips for Messina (Taormina, Sicily)
Messina is the picturesque gateway to Sicily and impresses with its spectacular location directly on the historic strait. The port city welcomes travelers with a fascinating mix of historical heritage and lively Mediterranean flair, while the passing ships provide an impressive backdrop. Glitzy highlights in the immediate vicinity include the magnificent Messina Cathedral with the world's largest astronomical clock and the ornate Fontana di Orione on the Piazza del Duomo. Cruise ships dock at the central Messina Cruise Terminal at the Banchina I I Settembre, from where the charming old town and elegant shopping streets can be easily explored on foot in just a few minutes thanks to the ideal location.
Messina is a central hub in the Mediterranean and impresses with a cruise terminal located directly at the historic city center. Thanks to its location right on the Strait of Sicily, guests reach the terminal easily and enjoy short distances to the most important sights and transport hubs right upon arrival.
Airplane
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is the most important connection point for travelers from the DACH region and is located about 100 kilometers south of the port. From there, you can reach Messina in about 90 minutes via comfortable direct buses provided by Etna Trasporti or SAIS. Additionally, numerous private shuttle services and car rental stations are available for a seamless transfer to the ship.
Train
Messina Centrale main station is ideally located only a few hundred meters from the cruise terminal and can be reached after a relaxed walk along the waterfront promenade. Travelers benefit from the direct connection to the Italian mainland, where trains are loaded onto ferries in Villa San Giovanni, allowing passengers to arrive directly in the heart of Messina without changing trains.
Car & Parking
The port is excellently connected to the Sicilian road network via the A18 motorway from Catania and the A20 from Palermo, using the Messina Boccetta exit. For the duration of the cruise, guarded facilities such as the Cavallotti parking garage or specialized providers like Industrial Garage offer secure parking spaces, with practical valet services also available for direct vehicle drop-off at the terminal.
In port on 24 Mar 2028
