Messina is the capital of the Metropolitan City of Messina with a population of approx. 230,000. Patron Saint: Madonna della Lettera – 3 June Nearest Airport: Catania (Fontanarossa) – (124 km, 01:32) Neighboring Cities: Fiumedinisi, Itala, Monforte San Giorgio, Rometta, Saponara, Scaletta Zanclea, Villafranca Tirrena Attractions