Grottasanta Travel Guide

Syracuse

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Popular places to visit

Lungomare di Ortigia

Lungomare di Ortigia

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
Archaeological Park of Neapolis

Archaeological Park of Neapolis

You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a visit to Archaeological Park of Neapolis. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Archaeological Park of Neapolis
Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo

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
Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse

Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse

You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a trip to Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse
Temple of Apollo featuring a ruin and heritage elements

Temple of Apollo

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

Temple of Apollo
Catacombs of St. John

Catacombs of St. John

Learn about the local history of Syracuse when you spend time at Catacombs of St. John. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Catacombs of St. John

Things to do

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

£35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour with Drinks

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour with Drinks

£17
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour with Drinks
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

£22
per adult
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit
Siracusa Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

Siracusa Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

£6
per adult
Siracusa Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat

Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat

£35
per adult
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat
Syracuse: Ortigia and Sea Caves Excursion by Boat

Syracuse: Ortigia and Sea Caves Excursion by Boat

£17
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia and Sea Caves Excursion by Boat
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Top hotels in Grottasanta

Grand Hotel Villa Politi

Grand Hotel Villa Politi

4 out of 5
Via Maria Politi Laudien 2, Syracuse, SR
The price is £141 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£141
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (889 reviews)
"The staff were kind, especially at breakfast. Super cool old classic hotel."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Grand Hotel Villa Politi
UNA HOTELS One Siracusa

UNA HOTELS One Siracusa

4 out of 5
Via Diodoro Siculo 4, Syracuse, SR
The price is £153 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£153
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (503 reviews)
"“Syracuse is a magical city. This hotel is about 20 minutes from Ortiga ( the main attractions or the historic island, ) but we needed a place with parking since we were driving from Palermo to Syracuse. It’s very easy to get from the hotel to other places, and finding a parking spot is not a ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025

UNA HOTELS One Siracusa
Park Hotel

Park Hotel

3 out of 5
Via Filisto 80, Syracuse, SR
The price is £81 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£81
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arenella Beach and Capuchin Quarry are located ...
6.8/10 (78 reviews)
"Average hotel that needs upgradingand modernising. Breakfast needs to be a bit more expansive. Good carparking facilities."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2024

Park Hotel
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 93, Syracuse, SR
The price is £252 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
£252
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (848 reviews)
"We loved this hotel -- the location is perfect and the staff couldn't be more helpful and lovely. The AC is strong and the facilities are well maintained. The included breakfast is comprehensive and delicious!! Shoutout to Sabrina at the front desk who was extra helpful to us when trying to get our ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Mangia's Brucoli, Sicily, Autograph Collection

Mangia's Brucoli, Sicily, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
Contrada Gisira 1, Brucoli, Augusta, SR
The price is £172 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
£172
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Brucoli Bay and Sanctuary of the Madonna ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (98 reviews)
"Beautiful property, lovely room ,amazing view of etna. restaurants were only meh and disappointing. But excellent restaurants to be found in ortigia and catania"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Mangia's Brucoli, Sicily, Autograph Collection
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 £319 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£319
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (238 reviews)
"Amazing property in Syracusa. Do not miss this majestic property close to shopping, activities and dinning."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Grottasanta

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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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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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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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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.

Santa Lucia
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Epipoli

3/5(1 area review)

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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Ortigia

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Ortigia is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathedral of Syracuse or Piazza del Duomo.

Ortigia

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