Discover Nice of Sicily
Discover all there is to see and do in Nizza di Sicilia. Don't miss the best events, interesting places and curiosities related to the area.
Explore Nice of Sicily
Ready to immerse yourself in the wonders and beauties of this city? Here's what you can explore.
Not to be missed in Nizza di Sicilia
Choose what to do among the events scheduled in Nizza di Sicilia. Don't miss the main social activities, the most important patronal festivals and all the festivals in the province of Messina.
Useful tips for your holidays in Nice di Sicilia
Follow our advice to better enjoy your holiday in Milazzo. Discover new places, experience the Sicilian typicality that tells the culture of a people rich in traditions.
The beaches of Nice of Sicily
Nizza di Sicilia is a seaside town located in the Nisi Valley which, until 1860 was known as San Ferdinando but which, with a Royal Decree of 1863, assumed the name of Nizza di Sicilia at the direct will of Giuseppe Garibaldi who, in this way, he wanted to pay homage to his hometown and thank the Sicilian population who had contributed financially to his expedition that arrived on the island.
Why visit Nice di Sicilia
Nizza di Sicilia is a municipality in the province of Messina, with its 3.000 inhabitants, which develops among the Peloritani mountains.
Nizza di Sicilia is a quiet and picturesque town on the Ionian coast known for its beautiful beach, which attracts numerous holidaymakers and tourists in the summer.
The history of Nizza di Sicilia has always been linked to its wonderful sea. The local economy is based on fishing and tourism.
What to do in Nice di Sicilia
Nizza di Sicilia is a very famous and characteristic seaside destination for its beaches ccomposed of gray gravel mixed with pebbles
But there's more to it than beautiful beaches like the D'Alcontres Castle which was built at the end of the sixteenth century and at the end of the following century it was occupied by the revolting people of Messina.
Do not miss a visit to the Mother Church of the Assumption, which was built in 1983, as the town's definitive tribute to the cult of the Virgin.
Events not to be missed in Nizza di Sicilia such as Patronal feast of San Giuseppe It takes place on St. Joseph's Day, March 19th. And the Feast of the Immaculate Madonna, which is held in the week between July and August.
How to get around Nizza di Sicilia
Nizza di Sicilia is a small town in the province of Messina, moving inside is very simple.
Being a small town it is very easy to visit it comfortably on foot, if you arrive with your own vehicle you will be able to move freely to also visit the surroundings of the city.
How to get to Nizza di Sicilia
Nizza di Sicilia, in the Metropolitan City of Messina, is located on the Ionian coast of the island and is easily accessible by train: the Santa Teresa di Riva station is just 6 km from the town, while that of Taormina is located not far away, about 20km.
The railway stations are connected to the town by public buses and private shuttles.
Those who want to reach Nizza di Sicilia by car can take the A18 Messina-Catania and take the exit for Roccalumera, just 3,4 km from the centre.
Useful numbers
Common
0942 71001
Municipal police
0942 7100307
Emergency medical Service
0942 715986
Quick Links
Municipality site
https://www.comune.nizzadisicilia.me.it/
