What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: ME - Area: Messina surroundings
Milazzo is a well-known seaside destination: its wonderful coastal stretch is one of the longest and most fascinating in Sicily. Its sea is clear and enchanting.
Milazzo is a city of ancient charm, it is home to the largest fortified citadel in Sicily: the Arab-Norman Castle.
Milazzo has a delightful and characteristic historic center and rich nature trails of suggestive views.
Milazzo is the port for the Aeolian Islands.
What is the best time to visit Milazzo?
Milazzo can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Milazzo during the year.
If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.
Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show, Concerts,... Milazzo
Living Nativity of Milazzo
Dec 2025
Milazzo Carnival
Feb 2026
Milazzo Film Festival
Mar 2026
Festival of Sfincia in Milazzo
Mar 2026
Feast of San Giuseppe in Milazzo
Mar 2026
Signature Pizza Festival in Milazzo
May 2026
E20Mylae - Wine Festival in Milazzo
Jun 2026
Feast of St. John the Baptist in Milazzo
Jun 2026
Milazzo Summer Program
summer 2026
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Milazzo
You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.
