Ortigia Travel Guide

Syracuse

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

Popular places to visit

Lungomare di Ortigia

Lungomare di Ortigia

4.5/5(26 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(37 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 featuring a ruin and heritage elements

Temple of Apollo

4/5(42 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(44 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

5/5(2 reviews)

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

Things to do

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.

฿915
per adult
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Explaining the archeological park

Half Day Tour of Syracuse

฿3,955
per adult
Half Day Tour of Syracuse
Aperitif on the boat at Sunset island and sea caves

Aperitif on the boat at Sunset island and sea caves

฿2,380
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aperitif on the boat at Sunset island and sea caves
Syracuse: Sicilian Street Food Hands-On Cooking Class

Syracuse: Sicilian Street Food Hands-On Cooking Class

฿3,625
per adult
Syracuse: Sicilian Street Food Hands-On Cooking Class
Tour of Syracuse by Ape Calessino

Tour of Syracuse by Ape Calessino

฿2,929
per traveller
Tour of Syracuse by Ape Calessino
City Rally Syracuse - "The Crown - Order of the Tyrant"

Self-guided scavenger hunt and city game in Syracuse

฿1,062
per traveller
Self-guided scavenger hunt and city game in Syracuse
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Top hotels in Ortigia

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 93, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿14,367 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
฿14,367
฿16,172 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (789 reviews)
"Fantastic property in excellent location"

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2025

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
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 ฿8,794 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿8,794
฿10,041 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 5-star spa property in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (228 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 Ortigia Siracusa
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
5 out of 5
Viale Mazzini, 12, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿8,721 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
฿8,721
฿9,960 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (529 reviews)
Lovely
"A lovely place, with fantastic staff, very polite and helpful."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2024

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers
5 out of 5
Passeggio Adorno 10/12, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿17,553 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿17,553
฿19,676 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi 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

Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Lungomare d'Ortigia 13, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿8,239 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
฿8,239
฿9,431 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Popular attractions Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa and Palazzo Bellomo Regional ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Great Hotel
"Very lovely, brand new waterfront property in Ortigia. When Apple Maps helpfully directed us to the property the wrong way down a one-way street, someone from the hotel came out to where we were and helped deal with the car. Overall very friendly and very nice. Great breakfast."

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2025

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
4 out of 5
Via Roma 66, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿6,271 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿6,271
฿7,265 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their 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
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Other neighbourhoods around Ortigia

Syracuse which includes street scenes as well as an individual female

Santa Lucia

4.5/5(17 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(12 area reviews)

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

2/5(1 area review)

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

3/5(1 area review)

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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