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Destinations Messina (approx hourly; 50min).

By ferry and hydrofoil Milazzo is the main departure point for ferries and hydrofoils
to the Aeolian Islands. Via dei Mille runs along the port, with pedestrian and car
access to the queues for the ferries. All hydrofoils now depart from the new departure
terminal at the north end of Via dei Mille, right by the Giuntabus stop. Details of ferry
and hydrofoil services are given in Chapter 3.

INFORMATION AND TOURS

Tourist information Milazzo’s tourist office is just back from the harbour at Piazza
Duilio 20 (Mon–Fri 8.30am–1.30pm & 3.30–6pm, Sat 8.30am–1.30pm; 090 922

2865).

Boat tours During the summer there are daily cruise excursions to the Aeolians from
Milazzo, usually sailing from Milazzo at 8.15am or 9am, stopping at two or three of
the islands, and returning at around 6pm. Tickets are €40–60, and the trips are run by
Navisal, Via dei Mille 27 ( 090 922 4926, navisal.com), and Tar.Nav, Via dei
Mille 17 and 43 ( 090 922 3617 or 340 070 7285).

ACCOMMODATION

Cassisi Via Cassisi 5 090 922 9099, cassisihotel.com. Elegant, minimalist,
family-run hotel, with a deft touch of contemporary oriental style. The buffet breakfast
is abundant, with local cheese and salamis, typical pastries and biscuits, and lots of

fresh fruit. A 5min walk from the port, and close to the main shopping area. €130

Giardino di Sicilia Via Santa Maria Maggiore 29 090 922 2191. Five rooms with
en-suite facilities belonging to one of Milazzo’s most appealing restaurants. The
location is perfect for those who want to discover the hidden delights of Milazzo, right
at the foot of the Borgo, a few steps from the seafront, and a short walk to the first

beach of Capo Milazzo. €80

Orchidea Via Nino Bixio 090 928 8004, beborchidea.it. Clean, functional B&B
in a modern palazzo, overlooking the port and sandwiched between Via XX Luglio
and Via Nino Bixio. The rooms won’t win any design awards, but they are clean,
serviceable and four have sea views, and there’s a kitchen for guests’ use. There are
also two family suites with a twin room, double room and bathroom. Signposted from

the port. Rooms €45; suites from €50

Petit Via dei Mille 37 090 928 6784, petithotel.it. Eco-archictectural hotel in a
nineteenth-century building on the seafront. Staff go out of their way to be helpful, and
breakfasts include local salamis and cheeses, organic yogurt, eggs and jams, and
home-made cakes. €110