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

Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse

You can browse the exhibits at Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse

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$44
per adult
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

AU$44
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

AU$53
per adult
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
Ninfeo's Grotto

Half Day Tour of Syracuse

AU$190
per adult
Half Day Tour of Syracuse
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

AU$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
Sailing snorkeling in the coast of Syracuse

Sailing snorkeling in the coast of Syracuse

AU$132
per adult
Sailing snorkeling in the coast of Syracuse
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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
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! (818 reviews)
City Break
"Handy location on the water yet easy walking distance to restaurants and historical sites. Large spacious room with large beautifully tiled shower. Very clean and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

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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$554 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$554
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (540 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel right on the waterfront with parking (paid) just in front. Excellent service and breakfasts. Room elegant with high ceilings but would benefit from air conditioning for the summer months. Easy walking to seafront and around Ortigia."

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

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$726 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$726
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (236 reviews)
"Had a wonderful time in Syracuse and Ortigia"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
Via Gian Battista Alagona, 55, Syracuse, SR
Stay at this property in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
"Beautiful property including our room. Large and with a view of the Sea. Wonderful breakfast and staff as well. Great location - picturesque streets and area."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

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Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Lungomare d'Ortigia 13, Syracuse, SR
The price is AU$543 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$543
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"The room, shared spaces and breakfast room were beautiful, the staff were fantastic and answered every question, including booking taxis for us, and the breakfast was delicious. I couldn't recommend this place more highly."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Charme Hotel Henry's House
Charme Hotel Henry's House
4 out of 5
Via del Castello Maniace n. 68, Syracuse, SR
The price is AU$397 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$397
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)
"Really charming, old property, tastefully furnished, lovely, polite and helpful staff. Very good breakfast and good and reliable ideas for eating out. The only negative was the very expensive valet car parking at €30 per night."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Charme Hotel Henry's House
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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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Neapolis

While visiting Neapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse and Archaeological Park of Neapolis.

Neapolis
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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.

Grottasanta
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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 Archaeological Park of Neapolis are some notable places to visit nearby.

Epipoli

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