Ortigia

Syracuse

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

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 showing heritage elements and building ruins

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.

€25
per adult
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Explaining the archeological park

Half Day Tour of Syracuse

€108
per adult
Half Day Tour of Syracuse
Syracuse: Private Tour of Ortygia on a Tuk Tuk

Syracuse: Private Tour of Ortygia on a Tuk Tuk

€80
per traveller
Syracuse: Private Tour of Ortygia on a Tuk Tuk
Mercedes E Class luxory car

Sicily private shore excursion - Etna and Taormina with personal driver

€260
per adult
Sicily private shore excursion - Etna and Taormina with personal driver
From Syracuse: Minivan Tour to Noto, Ragusa and Modica

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

€145
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

€40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
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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 €197 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
€197
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 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 €210 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
€210
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 €241 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
€241
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 €178 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€178
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 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 €231 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
€231
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 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

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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.

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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.

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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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