Ortigia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ortigia
Temple of Apollo featuring a ruin and heritage elements
Temple of Apollo which includes heritage elements and street scenes
Temple of Apollo which includes building ruins and heritage elements
Temple of Apollo which includes a ruin, street scenes and heritage elements

Popular places to visit

Lungomare di Ortigia

Lungomare di Ortigia

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lungomare di Ortigia during your travels to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Lungomare di Ortigia
Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Syracuse with a trip to Piazza del Duomo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

Piazza del Duomo
Temple of Apollo which includes building ruins and heritage elements

Temple of Apollo

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Discover over 2,000 years of history when you visit the oldest Doric temple in Sicily.

Temple of Apollo
Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa

Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa during your trip to Syracuse? Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa

Cathedral of Syracuse

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Syracuse with a stop at Cathedral of Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Cathedral of Syracuse

Fonte Aretusa

Fonte Aretusa is just one of the places to see in Syracuse, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Fonte Aretusa

Activities

Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

AU$42
per adult
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Explaining the archeological park

Half Day Tour of Syracuse

AU$180
per adult
Half Day Tour of Syracuse
1-Hour Sea Caves and Boat Tour in Syracuse

1-Hour Sea Caves and Boat Tour in Ortigia Syracuse

AU$33
per adult
1-Hour Sea Caves and Boat Tour in Ortigia Syracuse
Syracuse: Private Tour of Ortygia on a Tuk Tuk

Syracuse: Private Tour of Ortygia on a Tuk Tuk

AU$134
per traveller
Syracuse: Private Tour of Ortygia on a Tuk Tuk
From Syracuse: Minivan Tour to Noto, Ragusa and Modica

From Syracuse: Car/Minivan Tour to Noto, Ragusa and Modica

AU$242
per adult
From Syracuse: Car/Minivan Tour to Noto, Ragusa and Modica
2h boat tour of Ortigia + sea caves + south coast and gulf of Syracuse

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

AU$67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
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Our pick of the best Ortigia Hotel Deals

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 93, Syracuse, SR
The price is AU$517 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$517
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (784 reviews)
"Comfort room was too small, especially the bathroom and very hot and humid, although not warm outside. Dust under the window borders and the bed, a lot. Sink drain was rusted and foam was coming out."

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
5 out of 5
Viale Mazzini, 12, Syracuse, SR
The price is AU$361 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$361
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (528 reviews)
Lovely
"A lovely place, with fantastic staff, very polite and helpful."

Reviewed on 3 Oct. 2024

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
5 out of 5
Via Riva Nazario Sauro, Syracuse, SR
The price is AU$417 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$417
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 5-star spa property in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
"Hotel was absolutely beautiful! Perfect location. Staff was very friendly and professional. Drinks & dining fantastic. Can not wait to visit again nect year! Thank you again. With sincere wishes Joe & Edie Hayes"

Reviewed on 26 Feb. 2025

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers
5 out of 5
Passeggio Adorno 10/12, Syracuse, SR
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse and Spiaggetta ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
"This hotel as well as the entire Ortiga area was an absolute delight! It was a our first visit to Sicily and we were in love the minute our driver dropped ud off!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct. 2024

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Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
4 out of 5
Via Roma 66, Syracuse, SR
The price is AU$306 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$306
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (613 reviews)
"Simple elegance, well decorated small Hotel with friendly staff, Roberto at the front desk was great, so friendly and helpful, Thanks!!! Highly recommend the hotel!!!"

Reviewed on 4 Jan. 2025

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Lungomare d'Ortigia 13, Syracuse, SR
The price is AU$394 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$394
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Arenella Beach and Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, super comfortable room! Spetacular view! I would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2025

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
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Other neighbourhoods around Ortigia

Syracuse which includes street scenes as well as an individual female

Santa Lucia

4/5(6 area reviews)

Santa Lucia is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porto Piccolo and Ionian Sea.

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Acradina

You'll enjoy the churches and seaside views in Acradina. You might want to make time for a stop at Ionian Sea or Capuchin Quarry.

Acradina
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Grottasanta

4/5(1 area review)

Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.

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Tiche

Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Tiche
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Epipoli

While Epipoli isn't home to many top sights, Greek Theatre of Syracuse and Ear of Dionysius are some notable places to visit nearby.

Epipoli

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