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 culturally rich area.
Porta Marina
Explore the waterfront in Syracuse with a trip to Porta Marina. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Syracuse: Cathedral entrance ticket with VR viewer experience
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
Syracuse: Tour of Ortigia Island & Caves with Local Skipper
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit
Tecnoparco Archimede Museum Exhibition Ticket
Top hotels in Ortigia
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Charming hotel. Great location! Good breakfast! We enjoyed our stay here!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
This was one of my highlights of staying in Sicily its truly a 5 star Hotel. The staff was great the breakfast view really set my day right.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
The hotel itself is a beautiful building with an interesting heritage as the main post office. The location is excellent offering a great starting point for a walking tour of Ortigia. Great stay.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World
Great hotel and saff
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Very clean, elegant and comfortable. Pleasant and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Domus Mariae Albergo
Beautiful Otigia! Most helpful staff!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 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 Ear of Dionysius 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 Ear of Dionysius are some notable places to visit nearby.
