Title: Neapolis Travel Guide: Best of Neapolis, Syracuse Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Neapolis](https://expedia.co.uk/Neapolis-Hotels.d952515174506594304.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Syracuse](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Syracuse.d4912.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Syracuse](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Syracuse.d4912.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Neapolis Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Neapolis.d952515174506594304.Car-Hire-Guide)[Neapolis Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Neapolis.d952515174506594304.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Neapolis Travel Guide ## Syracuse ![The Ara di Lerone, or Altar of Heron, was once used by the Greeks for sacrifices involving hundreds of animals at once. A few pillars still stand, along with the mammoth stone base of this 3rd-century-B.C. monument. The longest altar ever built, it measured 198.4m](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/da1f6ae3-7e49-4abf-bae5-23ac4f4bbd5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Ara di Lerone, or Altar of Heron, was once used by the Greeks for sacrifices involving hundreds of animals at once. A few pillars still stand, along with the mammoth stone base of this 3rd-century-B.C. monument. The longest altar ever built, it measured 198.4m](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/da1f6ae3-7e49-4abf-bae5-23ac4f4bbd5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Roman amphitheatre of Syracuse is one of the best preserved structures in the city of Syracuse, Sicily, from the early Imperial period. Between the arch and the amphitheatre, there was a monumental fountain, fed by a large cistern which has not yet been identified. A separate cistern provided water to the amphitheatre itself - it is preserved under the nearby church of San Nicola.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/4c905ea0-1a3f-42f7-946a-345320318366.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Always in the main square of the Ortigia Island. Palace superb.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/bdd40114-cad8-4dd7-98c5-c04bff6d51b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#StunningStructures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/238d81ad-cd18-47fb-9735-3aa4852ec75b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Neapolis Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Syracuse travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse.dx4912) --- ### Popular places to visit #### Greek Theatre of Syracuse You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a stop at Greek Theatre of Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Greek-Theatre-Of-Syracuse-Neapolis.d6103294.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Archaeological-Park-Of-Neapolis-Syracuse.d6103302.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Roman-Amphitheatre-Of-Syracuse-Syracuse.d6103308.Attraction) #### Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi You can study the exhibits at Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museo-Archeologico-Regionale-Paolo-Orsi-Neapolis.d6103300.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Catacombs-Of-St-John-Syracuse.d6103288.Attraction) #### Ear of Dionysius Explore the great outdoors at Ear of Dionysius, a lovely green space in Syracuse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ear-Of-Dionysius-Neapolis.d553248621532498663.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50414747/f47f9763-3f0d-49c5-83ec-cc50544d6998.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket. £3 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/syracuse-cathedral-admission-ticket.a50414747.activity-details) ![Syracuse: Boat Tour of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44549360/0e6523e3-2245-4a9c-becf-d5eff3f9934e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Syracuse: Tour of Ortigia Island & Caves with Local Skipper £17 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/syracuse-tour-of-ortigia-island-caves-with-local-skipper.a44549360.activity-details) ![Siracusa:Ortigia & SeaCaves Boat Tour+Prosecco,Fruit,Snorkel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47684046/3c1f3290-b754-48df-a78c-823012bba21e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Siracusa: Ortigia & Sea Caves Boat Tour w/ Prosecco & Fruit £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/siracusa-ortigia-sea-caves-boat-tour-w-prosecco-fruit.a47684046.activity-details) ![Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47730213/29b1188c-38bf-411f-a3f4-271d3792f137.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/syracuse-ortigia-island-and-sea-caves-boat-tour.a47730213.activity-details) ![Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46272927/8d0680dd-f831-42d5-a7f0-b3cca2557d1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat £35 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/syracuse-pillirina.a46272927.activity-details) ![Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3302548/41205333-3e27-47e5-b533-8967a0422981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h £35 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/boat-tour-ortigia.a3302548.activity-details) [See all activities in Syracuse](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Syracuse.d4912.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Neapolis ![Mercure Siracusa Prometeo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1538700/1538612/b09648f6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mercure Siracusa Prometeo Viale Teracati 20 Syracuse SR £88 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (478 reviews) Wry welcoming place to stay Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1538612&PinnedHotelID=1538612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952515174506594304) ![Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1883500/1883438/d402c8e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel Via Vittorio Veneto 93 Syracuse SR £165 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (914 reviews) Nice room- great view. Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=1883438&PinnedHotelID=1883438&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952515174506594304) ![Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1329500/1329454/206c3f7f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa Viale Mazzini, 12 Syracuse SR £162 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (569 reviews) Stunning hotel and area on the waterfront in Ortigia. Strongly recommend everything except the restaurant. Food was marginal for the price with much better options close by Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1329454&PinnedHotelID=1329454&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952515174506594304) ![Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/974100/974007/5db9500b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats Via Roma 66 Syracuse SR Stay at this hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (657 reviews) Very clean, elegant and comfortable. Pleasant and helpful staff. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=974007&PinnedHotelID=974007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952515174506594304) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=974007&PinnedHotelID=974007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952515174506594304) ![Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/976400/976389/c9e03ff2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World Passeggio Adorno 10/12 Syracuse SR Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse and Spiaggetta ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews) Great hotel and saff Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=976389&PinnedHotelID=976389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952515174506594304) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=976389&PinnedHotelID=976389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952515174506594304) ![Eureka Palace Hotel Spa Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3814900/3814820/af67d93f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eureka Palace Hotel Spa Resort Strada Spinagallo 50 Syracuse SR Stay at this spa hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8/10 Very Good! (318 reviews) OK Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3814820&PinnedHotelID=3814820&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952515174506594304) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3814820&PinnedHotelID=3814820&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952515174506594304) [See all 3,822 properties in Neapolis](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=952515174506594304) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Neapolis hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=952515174506594304&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=952515174506594304&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=952515174506594304&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=952515174506594304&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=952515174506594304&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=952515174506594304&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Neapolis ![The Sanctuary of the Madonna delle Lacrime was erected in memory of the miraculous lacrimation of the effigy depicting the Immaculate Heart of Mary, placed to the bedside of the spouses Lannuso at their humble home in Via degli Orti in Syracuse, in 1953.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/ebc9711a-483a-4c63-a902-49105c0eea54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Santa-Lucia.dx553248635213209885) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Acradina.dx553248635213214634) ![Syracuse, panoramic phot of the Roman Amphitheatre at Syracuse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4912/0fad57c8-f045-437c-be3c-817a684ac32e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Tiche.dx553248635213213825) ![Latomia dei capppuccini](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635213213857/cddaacee-7a43-4b24-9c0e-73a14ace23c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Grottasanta.dx553248635213213857) ![Temple of Apollo featuring a ruin and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103312/c01973e1-54a2-483a-96a4-1c067a6baf15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Ortigia.dx553248635213212045) ![Panorama View of the Greek Theater il Teatro Greco at the Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, Viale Paradiso, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy - UNESCO World Heritage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635213213089/7882855d-c80a-4350-b34c-d188e74d1aff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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