Watch the world pass you by from Piazza del Duomo. If its well-trodden paths could talk, this historic town square would have some fascinating tales to tell.

This IV Circoscrizione public square is a good spot to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's lots to experience close by, like Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock, Cathedral of Messina, and Fountain of Orion. Wander around at your leisure at Piazza del Duomo before hitting up these other fine attractions.

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Hotel Mediterraneo

Santa Lucia

$828

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Mar 4 - Mar 10

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Chicago (CHI) to Catania (CTA)

7.8/10 Good! (122 reviews)

Very friendly and helpful staff.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Hotel Elios

$887

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Mar 3 - Mar 7

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Roundtrip flight included

New York (NYC) to Catania (CTA)

6.6/10 (25 reviews)

Very well located in Taormina with a beautiful panoramic view of Mount Etna.

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2019

Hotel Za' Maria

$976

per person

Mar 4 - Mar 10

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Chicago (CHI) to Catania (CTA)

8.2/10 Very Good! (52 reviews)

Property and staff were awesome. Super clean rooms and excellent breakfast

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2024

Browse tours and tickets to explore Piazza del Duomo

Tours & day trips

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Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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Private Tour to Taormina, Savoca and Messina starting from Messina

Free cancellation available

Food, drink & nightlife

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Small-group Street food tour in Messina

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Classes & workshops

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Local Market visit and Dining at a local's home in Messina

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Popular places to visit

Fountain of Orion

4/5(5 reviews)

After visiting Fountain of Orion, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Messina. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's musical theater.

Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Messina when you stop by Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock. Stroll along the marina or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Cathedral of Messina

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Messina when you take a trip to Cathedral of Messina. Make time to visit the monuments and cathedral while you're in the area.

Palazzo Calapaj

You can learn about the history of Messina with a visit to Palazzo Calapaj. Discover the area's musical theater and monuments.

Treasury

Find out about the history of Messina with a stop at Treasury. Discover the area's musical theater and monuments.

Senatoria Fountain

After visiting Senatoria Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Messina. Amble around the area's marina or experience its musical theater.