Ortigia Travel Guide

Syracuse

Ancient ruins with stone columns and a building with green shutters in the background.
A historic stone wall with a building adjacent to it.
A canal with a stone bridge, a row of parked cars, and a building with ornate balconies.
An ancient stone structure with arches and columns, adjacent to a modern building with a dome and windows.
A stone wall, a pedestrian walkway, and buildings in a historic town square.

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A coastal cityscape with buildings along the waterfront, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.
Photo by Juan Pablo Pantoja
Open Photo by Juan Pablo Pantoja

Lungomare di Ortigia

9.4/10 (654 reviews)
You can take time to visit Lungomare di Ortigia during your travels to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

£17
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
Syracuse: Coast and Sea Caves Full Transparent Boat Tour

Syracuse: Coast and Sea Caves Full Transparent Boat Tour

£24
per adult
Syracuse: Coast and Sea Caves Full Transparent Boat Tour
Picture 5 for Activity Syracuse: Ortigia Island & Sea Cave Boat Tour with Prosecco

Syracuse: Ortigia Island & Sea Cave Boat Tour with Prosecco

£17
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Island & Sea Cave Boat Tour with Prosecco
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

£34
per adult
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

£21
per adult
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit
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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 £285 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
£285
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"This hotel is well situated in Ortigia and is in a lovely old building. We enjoyed the staff, the bar and the breakfast. However we were misled by our room booking on Expedia. We expect d a room with a view of a mediterranean garden. We got a room facing an inner area- the light well - which afforded ..."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

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 £489 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
£489
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
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 £265 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£265
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (623 reviews)
"The two breakfasts and one dinner we had at the hotel were the least good meals we have eaten during our month in Italy. There is no pool. The hotel charges 20 Euro per person to take a boat to its beach, which is small but OK. The food there was really bad."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection

4 out of 5
Via Roma 66 Syracuse SR
The price is £309 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£309
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (691 reviews)
"Clean room , service , staff , shops near , big room"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World

Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World

5 out of 5
Passeggio Adorno 10/12 Syracuse SR
The price is £516 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£516
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse and Fonte Aretusa ...
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

Via Gian Battista Alagona, 55 Syracuse SR
The price is £126 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£126
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (254 reviews)
"Clean space in nice location"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
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Where to stay in Ortigia

Find the best Ortigia areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ortigia
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A modern building with a unique triangular roof and a central spire.
Photo by William Keller
Open Photo by William Keller

Santa Lucia

Santa Lucia is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porto Piccolo and Ionian Sea.

Ancient ruins with a large amphitheater surrounded by trees.
Photo by William Keller
Open Photo by William Keller

Neapolis

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

An ancient amphitheater with stone ruins and a grassy field.

Tiche

Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A natural rock arch over a body of water with people paddling in kayaks.

Grottasanta

Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent fortified structure and a densely built urban area in the background.

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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