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.
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.
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.
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
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
Plemmirio Sailing Tour from Ortigia with Snorkeling
Syracuse: Highlights of Ortigia Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Ortigia
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Reviewed on 12 May 2025
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Domus Mariae Albergo
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Charme Hotel Henry's House
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
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 Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse and Archaeological Park of Neapolis.
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.
- Places of interest
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- Hotels in top Syracuse neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Lungomare di Ortigia
- Cathedral of Syracuse
- Temple of Apollo
- Fonte Aretusa
- Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse
- Castello Maniace
- Palazzo Beneventano del Bosco
- Fountain of Diana
- Syracuse Municipal Theater
- Museum of Cinema
- Church of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception
- Palazzo Municipale
- Palazzo Montalto
- Church of the Immaculate
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