Ortigia Travel Guide
Syracuse





Popular places to visit

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.

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

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.
Cathedral of Syracuse
Learn about the local history of Syracuse with a stop at Cathedral of Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
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 family-friendly area.
Fonte Aretusa
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.
Things to do

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

Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

Syracuse: Tour of Ortigia Island & Caves with Local Skipper

Syracuse: Ortigia Boat Trip with Caves and Pillirina
Top hotels in Ortigia

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
The breakfast was fresh but we had no hot tub. Room was small and air conditioning did not seem to work.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
The hotel is beautiful and the first night I was there I was in a really cool room with a loft. I left for a week and then came back and stayed another night. This time the room was underneath the restaurant and was super loud until well after 11 PM. But overall, it’s a lovely property and very well ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Shower was very small and water leaks
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Staff
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
Everything was great. Just a few recommendations, turn up the heat on the eggs and bacon in the buffet slightly cold. Also turn up the heat on the coffee. Front desk, staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Helped us set up multiple transports and made helpful recommendations.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Domus Mariae Albergo
We rented two rooms. The staff were wonderful and very helpful! The location was excellent with great views of the sea and convenient walking distance to cafes and restaurants. We would have really liked to have a coffee maker in the room. We were not interested in the full breakfast, but would have ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ortigia

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.

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

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.

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

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

Epipoli
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.
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