Reggio Calabria

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Reggio di Calabria
A jumping-off point for trips to Sicily, this busy port town is home to one of Italy’s finest collections of ancient objects as well as a pretty waterfront area.

Reggio di Calabria is a bustling port town that serves as a transportation hub for the region, with travelers often passing through on their way to nearby Sicily. Stay around a while to explore the city itself for pleasant rewards. Discover one of Italy’s most compelling collections of ancient objects and artworks and explore the pretty seafront promenade, which offers views out across to the smoke-spewing Mount Etna volcano.

Though the town has been occupied since ancient times, very few historical buildings or ruins remain intact. A devastating earthquake and subsequent tsunami in 1908 destroyed much of the city. Only a few structures predate the earthquake. Look for the restored towers of the Aragonese Castle, which are now used to host events and concerts. Also worth viewing is the Cathedral of Calabria. The cathedral was rebuilt following the earthquake and is one of the biggest religious buildings in the province.

The town’s biggest attraction is the Museo Nazionale della Magna Grecia, which draws visitors from across the continent. Browse the exhibits and examine all kinds of items from Neolithic, Paleolithic, Greek and Roman times. Most famous among the pieces displayed are the Riace Bronzes, two Greek statues of naked warriors dating from about 450 B.C. For more culture, survey the exhibits at the Pinacoteca Civica, which include works from local artists spanning the 15th to 20th centuries.

There is no better setting for an evening stroll, or passiagettaas the locals call it, than Reggio di Calabria’s Lungomare Falcomatà. Admire views of the glittering blue waters of the Strait of Messina. On a clear day, you may even see across to Sicily and the towering Mount Etna volcano.

Trains connect Reggio di Calabria to other Italian cities as well as several other European destinations. The Reggio Airport is located just south of town. Head to the port to catch a boat to the nearby island of Sicily.

Hotel Continental
Hotel Continental
4 out of 5
Via Florio 10, Reggio Calabria, RC
The price is RM209 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
RM209
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5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reggio Calabria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Port of Reggio Calabria ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (262 reviews)
"Very nice! We will visit again!"

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2024

Hotel Continental
Grand Hotel Excelsior
Grand Hotel Excelsior
4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 66, Reggio Calabria, RC
The price is RM599 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
RM599
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Reggio Calabria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Reggio di Calabria Promenade ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (147 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Feb 2024

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Hotel Medinblu
Hotel Medinblu
4 out of 5
Via Demetrio Tripepi 98, Reggio Calabria
The price is RM546 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
RM546
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reggio Calabria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"Great place in the heart of the city and very walkable. Staff was helpful and breakfast has made to order eggs your way. Fresh and good fruits. Cons: rooms can be noisy with street cleaning at 5am and people above you. Rooms are also small even though we had the largest room they offer. Parking can ..."

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2023

Hotel Medinblu
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Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Hotel - Residence La Residenza
4 out of 5
Via 27 Lulgio, 115, Messina, ME
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly residence in Messina. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Villa San Giovanni Ferry Terminal and ...
7.2/10 Good! (173 reviews)
"Everything worked."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2023

Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Hotel Villaggio Club ALTALIA Residence
Hotel Villaggio Club ALTALIA Residence
4 out of 5
Via Altalia, Brancaleone, Reggio Calabria
Stay at this 4-star beach residence in Brancaleone. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and a nightclub. Popular attractions Brancaleone City Hall and Parrocchia ...
6.6/10 (12 reviews)
"The beach is nice and clean but the hotel close it for guest use from 8 pm to 7 am The property condition is poor - broken tile, outdated furniture, broken bathroom fixtures, no safe in the room, etc. At arrival I had to wait one hour before they check in a large group of guests. I did not leave ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2023

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Vmaison Hotel
Vmaison Hotel
4 out of 5
Viale Europa 59, Messina
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly residence in Messina. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Popular attractions Villa San Giovanni Ferry Terminal ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Each bedroom was unique and quite pleasing. The person at the desk, when we arrived was knowledgeable about good places to eat. Breakfast was adequate, but eggs, ham and cheese were not among the options. The woman in the breakfast room was so friendly."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2023

Vmaison Hotel
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