Group guided tour of the archaeological park of Neapolis

4.9 (33 reviews) Sicily, Italy
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Discover the most important archaeological area of Syracuse with our shared group visit that will take you through the Neapolis park and its monuments: the latomie, the cave of the Cordari, the ear of Dionysius, the Greek theater (in the summer months, by of theatrical performances, only partially visible), the nymphaeum, the altar of Ieron II and the Roman amphitheater. Guaranteed small group with a maximum of 15 participants. Radio guide receivers available free of charge for groups of more than 6 participants. Entrance tickets to the Neapolis archaeological park are not included and will have to be purchased independently before reaching the starting point of the tour or you can select the "tour + ticket" option which already includes the skip-the-line entrance ticket.

Options

ITALIAN Tour without ticket

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes: Small group tour in Italian or Italian and English
Tickets excluded: Tour Only: Entrance tickets are not included and the customer will purchase them independently before the tour

ENGLISH Tour (without ticket)

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes: Neapolis archaeological park small group tour in English or English and Italian

What's included

  • Radio guide (to follow the explanations of the guide even remotely)
  • Entrance ticket (except "tour + ticket" option)

What to expect

  1. Parco Archeologico della Neapolis
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    Meeting with the guide at the entrance of the archaeological park of Neapolis and historical introduction on the ancient city
  2. Ear of Dionysius
    15m
    Internal visit to the legendary cave called "The ear of Dionysus"
  3. Teatro Greco
    30m
    Visit to the Greek theater. The guide will explain the archaeological details and tell you about the history and use of the theater.
  4. Ara di Ierone
    10m
    Guided tour of the Ara di Ierone with the history of this suggestive monument.
  5. 20m
    Guided visit to the Roman amphitheater in Syracuse
  6. Latomia del Paradiso
    20m
    Panoramic and guided walk through the gardens of the ancient stone quarry.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The guide will wait for the participants at the main entrance gate of the park (Via Romagnoli - Viale Augusto side), next to the ancient church of San Nicolò dei Cordari. The guide will have a hat, a T-shirt or a sign with the "Hermes Sicily Tours" logo.

End point

The guide will wait for the participants at the main entrance gate of the park (Via Romagnoli - Viale Augusto side), next to the ancient church of San Nicolò dei Cordari. The guide will have a hat, a T-shirt or a sign with the "Hermes Sicily Tours" logo.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Note: during the period of the shows (usually spring and summer) the Greek theater is covered and only partially visible.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9 (33)

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