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.
Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse
You can browse the exhibits at Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Syracuse: Cathedral entrance ticket with VR viewer experience
Syracuse: Boat Tour of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit
Syracuse: Ortigia Boat Trip with Caves and Pillirina
Top hotels in Ortigia
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Fantastic hotel! Large, lovely room in beautiful, completely renovated 19th century building that is steps from the waterfront. Terrific breakfast, very friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Stunning hotel and area on the waterfront in Ortigia. Strongly recommend everything except the restaurant. Food was marginal for the price with much better options close by
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World
Great hotel and saff
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
Excellent. L'établissement est superbe et très bien placé. Les photos des appartements ne reflètent pas la beauté et le charme de ce lieu. Personnel accueillant et agréable. Je recommande.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Very clean, elegant and comfortable. Pleasant and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Great hotel, great service. Well located,
Reviewed on 14 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 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.
