Top Experiences in Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock (Orologio Astronomico)

Discover the secrets and artistic treasures of the Basilica San Marco with pre-booked timed tickets and a Licensed Guide. Experience the heart and soul of Venice and immerse yourself in local legends. Optional: skip-the-line tour of the Doge’s Palace.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: Old Town & St. Mark's Basilica
Skip the lines to St.Mark's Basilica and see other highlights of St. Mark's Square, such as Campanile, Atrological Clock and Doge's Palace (outside only)

4-hour: Old Town, St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace
Discover the treasures of St.Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace with skip-the-line tickets and see other highlights of St. Mark's Square.

Do you know the story of St. Mark’s Horses of Constantinople? Learn this and other interesting historical facts and myths on a private tour of San Marco and its iconic church. Avoid the lines with pre-booked timed tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica.

Messina is the largest city in Sicily, and the second largest in Italy. The city has a population of around 200,000 people, and it's located on the east coast of the island. It was founded by Greek colonies in 734 B.C., which is almost 2,700 years ago!

Wonder around the city and see its beautiful sights with a local and experienced tour guide. During your private tour you will see the highlights in the Messina such as Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani, The Fontana di Orion, Fontana di Nettuno and much more!

The history of Messina is filled with tales of battles and conquests, but it is also the story of its people. The city has a rich and diverse culture that can be seen in its architecture, cuisine, festivals, and more. It is one of the most important cities in Sicily and attracts visitors from all over the world.

On this guided private walking tour, you will explore Messina, one of the most ancient cities of Sicily with its beautiful boulevards and imposing palaces. Walk through the streets of Messina and see some of Sicily's most excellent cathedrals, museums, and monuments.

Enjoy this Messina and Taormina tour that begins close at your cruise ship terminal or the Hotel where you stay.

Discover these two beautiful Sicilian towns full of history, culture and amazing panoramic views on this 5-hours self guided tour.

This Messina tour from the port is one of the Messina shore excursions that will take you to explore the legendary beauty of the natural side of Messina Sicily: you will reach the mariner villages, the lakes of Ganzirri and Capo Peloro, located in northeastern Sicily. You can admire the majestic view of the Strait of Messina between Sicily and the Italian mainland. In the summertime, you will be able to see the swordfishing activity by typical boats named felucas.

The second part of the Messina tour will continue in the downtown city with a visit to the Cathedral and the Bell Tower. You will discover the Arab–norman style of Catalani’s church, the Sanctuary of Montalto, and the Temple of Christ the King with a spectacular view overlooking the Strait of Messina and the port. During the Messina excursion, you will also admire the monument of “Madonnina del Porto” and the Fountain of Neptune.

Your 2,5 -hour walking tour starts from the Catalani Church, an example of Arab-Norman style. Then you will continue to the City Hall, the biggest palace ever rebuilt after the earthquake of 1908. The Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, located in Antonello Square, is the second one in Southern Italy.

An highlight of the tour is the Cathedral Square, with its the beautiful bell tower which was built between 1930 and 1933. The tour will end at the Museum of the Sicilian Puppet Theater, an exhibition of the priceless collection of Gargano Family.