4-Day Sicily Road Trip from Giardini Naxos to Messina and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in Sicily begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Giardini Naxos. You’ll stay in Giardini Naxos for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Giardini Naxos has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Giardino Bellini. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 16,413 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Giardini Naxos, Il Gambero Pazzo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,656 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Giardini Naxos is Trattoria U Fucularu. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,968 customers.

Locals recommend Vuciata as one of the best restaurants in the city of Giardini Naxos. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,142 customers.

Giardini Naxos also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Giardini Naxos is Caffè Europa. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,459 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Giardini Naxos is Razmataz | Wine Bar Catania. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers.

Locals also enjoy Osteria Antica Marina. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,055 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Sicily!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Sicily, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Giardini Naxos. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Messina. You’ll stay in Messina for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Giardini Naxos’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Giardini Naxos, start your day with a visit to the amazing Catania Cathedral. This much-appreciated cathedral and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,668 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Piazza Università. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,354 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Elephant Fountain to make the most of your road trip across Sicily. The spectacular Elephant Fountain is a fountain that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,587 visitors.

The lovely Roman Theatre of Catania is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,116 visitors have left this archaeological site average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Castello Ursino. This attraction is a hohenstaufen castle in southern italy rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 10,039 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Giardini Naxos has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Messina. Messina offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Amici Miei. Ristoria. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 558 reviews.

The remarkable Casa & Putia Ristorante is another top restaurant in Messina we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ristorante Passione Eterna is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 761 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Messina, the fantastic Bar Pasticceria Messina. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,053 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gli Antenati Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,042 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Grecale. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 848 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Sicily!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Sicily. Today, you'll wake up in Messina and embark on a scenic drive to Giardini Naxos, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Messina and Mazzarò before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Messina. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Villa Comunale di Taormina. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,121 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Ancient theatre of Taormina. This attraction, a beloved greek theatre, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 30,382 visitors. Ancient theatre of Taormina welcomes around 244,264 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Messina is the stunning Porta Catania. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,066 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Taormina and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the hamlet of Mazzarò has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Isola Bella. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,334 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Mazzarò, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Giardini Naxos. When you arrive in Giardini Naxos you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Ristorante Canni & Pisci. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,840 customers.

Locals also recommend Canusciuti Sicilian Cafe, another of the best restaurants in Giardini Naxos. Canusciuti Sicilian Cafe is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,468 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Carlito's. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit First Lounge Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Giardini Naxos, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,328 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Deliziosa. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Deliziosa has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

DOC - DUOMO OF CATANIA is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 946 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Sicily, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 4 of your road trip in Sicily is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Giardini Naxos before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Porta Garibaldi is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Giardini Naxos. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,468 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Giardini Naxos and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Sicily.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Giardini Naxos at Il Sale Art Cafe' before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,429 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Caffè Epoca for your last chance at a meal in the city of Giardini Naxos. The Caffè Epoca restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,584 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Ristorante da Antonio. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,280 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Giardini Naxos. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Sicily!