SYRACUSE private tour: discover the beauty of Ortigia!

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Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover Ortigia, the enchanting historic center of Syracuse, on a private guided tour. Start at Umbertino Bridge to enter the island and admire the Temple of Apollo, Sicily’s oldest Doric temple from 580 BC. Explore Piazza Archimede, home to the magnificent Fountain of Diana, where the goddess of hunting watches a nymph, tritons, horses & gargoyles.
Wander through quaint alleys to Piazza della Minerva, with its white limestone square and elegant architecture, and visit the grand Cathedral of Syracuse, built atop the ruins of the ancient Temple of Athena. Nearby, the Church of Saint Lucia alla Badia houses Caravaggio’s masterpiece,The Burial of Saint Lucia.
Continue to the seafront to discover Fonte Aretusa, a freshwater spring with papyrus and fish, and finish at the Alfeo seafront, enjoying stunning sea views and the commanding Castello Maniace, a Swabian fortress at the tip of the island.
Book your private tour today and experience the timeless history, beauty, and charm of Ortigia!

What's included

  • Discover Fonte Aretusa
  • Private walking tour of Syracuse with licensed tour guide
  • Admire the Temple of Apollo ( external visit )
  • Stroll through Piazza Archimede and Admire the Fountain of Diana
  • Stroll along the Alfeo seafront with views of Maniace Castle
  • Visit the magnificent Cathedral of Syracuse
  • Admire the Church of Santa Lucia alla Badia ( external visit )
  • Walk through charming alleys and be enchanted by Piazza della Minerva

What to expect

  1. Temple of Apollo (Tempio di Apollo)
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    The Temple of Apollo in Syracuse is the oldest Doric temple in Sicily, dating back to the 6th century BC, featuring impressive stone columns and the simple elegance typical of ancient Greek architecture ( external visit )
  2. Fontana di Diana
    20m
    Piazza Archimede is a picturesque square in the historic center, known for the magnificent Fountain of Diana, depicting the goddess of hunting watching over a nymph, surrounded by tritons, horses, and gargoyles, a symbol of local Baroque art.
  3. Piazza Duomo
    20m
    The Cathedral of Syracuse is an imposing religious building constructed on the ruins of the ancient Temple of Athena, blending Greek, medieval, and Baroque architectural elements, reflecting the city’s long history.
  4. Chiesa di Santa Lucia alla Badia
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    The Church of Santa Lucia alla Badia is an elegant religious building, famous for housing Caravaggio’s masterpiece, The Burial of Saint Lucia, and is an important artistic and cultural landmark of the city ( external visit )
  5. Fonte Aretusa
    20m
    Fonte Aretusa is a freshwater spring located on the seafront, famous for its papyrus plants and fish, and linked to the legend of the nymph Arethusa, symbolizing history and nature in the historic center.
  6. Maniace Castle
    20m
    The Alfeo seafront is a scenic promenade along the sea, offering spectacular views of Maniace Castle, an imposing Swabian fortress located at the tip of the island ( external visit )

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Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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