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The coastal and inland villages around Messina are as varied as anything you’ll find in Sicily – a mixture of lively seaside resorts and tranquil villages surrounded by olive groves.

Where to Stay on and near the Messina Coast

Sicily’s Tyrrhenian coast has a wealth of long sandy beaches broken up by grassy headlands and capes. Head west from Messina and explore the large number of seaside resorts that are off the tourist radar and known only to locals. Choose from the many modern hotels on offer, where the beaches are practically on your doorstep and you can enjoy the luxury of outdoor pools as well.

You might plum for an intimate B&B set in rolling hills with palm-filled gardens to relax in and fantastic views of the sea. Or you could choose an apartment with a kitchen if you want to make use of the delicious local produce. If not, there’s always the chance to stay at an agriturismo, a farm hotel where the owners grow their own food and serve it up for dinner.

What to Do around the Messina Coast

Soak up the sun on one of the countless beaches on the Tyrrhenian coast. Check out the wide beaches in the villages of Capo d’Orlando, Piraino, Gioiosa Marea and Brolo. Many of the beaches have cafes, beach clubs, water sports, children’s play areas, while others are untouched and rarely get crowded even in the height of summer. And all around the Messina Coast are the forested mountains of Sicily, giving a dramatic backdrop to the Tyrrhenian Sea.

If you visit the port of Milazzo, you can hop on one of the regular ferries to the Aeolian islands. Try and make it a day trip to really get a feel for them. Lipari, the main island, has hot springs and a walled old town as well as an archaeological museum. Stromboli nearby is a popular destination thanks to its constantly erupting volcano and eerie black-sand beaches. Time your return boat journey for dusk and you can see the lava flow snaking down the volcano.