Ortigia Travel Guide

Syracuse

Ortigia
Temple of Apollo featuring heritage elements and building ruins
Temple of Apollo which includes street scenes and heritage elements
Temple of Apollo featuring a ruin and heritage elements
Temple of Apollo featuring heritage elements, building ruins and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Lungomare di Ortigia

Lungomare di Ortigia

4.5/5(26 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lungomare di Ortigia during your travels to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Lungomare di Ortigia
Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(37 reviews)

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.

Piazza del Duomo
Temple of Apollo featuring a ruin and heritage elements

Temple of Apollo

4/5(42 reviews)

Discover over 2,000 years of history when you visit the oldest Doric temple in Sicily.

Temple of Apollo
Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa

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.

Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa

Cathedral of Syracuse

4.5/5(44 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Syracuse with a stop at Cathedral of Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Cathedral of Syracuse

Fonte Aretusa

5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Fonte Aretusa

Things to do

Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

฿948
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

฿948
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

฿1,517
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

฿1,138
per adult
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
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Plemmirio Sailing Tour from Ortigia with Snorkeling

฿2,275
per adult
Plemmirio Sailing Tour from Ortigia with Snorkeling
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

฿948
per adult
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit
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Top hotels in Ortigia

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 93, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿11,608 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿11,608
฿13,143 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (847 reviews)
"We loved this hotel -- the location is perfect and the staff couldn't be more helpful and lovely. The AC is strong and the facilities are well maintained. The included breakfast is comprehensive and delicious!! Shoutout to Sabrina at the front desk who was extra helpful to us when trying to get our ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
Via Riva Nazario Sauro, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿12,227 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿12,227
฿13,824 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star spa property in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (238 reviews)
"Amazing property in Syracusa. Do not miss this majestic property close to shopping, activities and dinning."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

4 out of 5
Via Roma 66, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿6,466 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿6,466
฿8,554 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (637 reviews)
"Very good hotel. You won’t regret!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

5 out of 5
Viale Mazzini, 12, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿9,191 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿9,191
฿10,484 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (544 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel right on the waterfront with parking (paid) just in front. Excellent service and breakfasts. Room elegant with high ceilings but would benefit from air conditioning for the summer months. Easy walking to seafront and around Ortigia."

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Charme Hotel Henry's House

Charme Hotel Henry's House

4 out of 5
Via del Castello Maniace n. 68, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿7,718 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿7,718
฿8,865 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (297 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Charme Hotel Henry's House
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Lungomare d'Ortigia 13, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿9,712 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿9,712
฿11,057 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Popular attractions Arenella Beach and Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"It was a great experience. The hotel owners did an excellent job with the remodel. Our room was very comfortable. The room and hotel facilities were better than the pictures. Bravo!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
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Other neighbourhoods around Ortigia

Syracuse which includes street scenes as well as an individual female

Santa Lucia

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Santa Lucia is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porto Piccolo and Ionian Sea.

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Neapolis

While visiting Neapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse and Archaeological Park of Neapolis.

Neapolis
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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.

Acradina
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Grottasanta

4/5(12 area reviews)

Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.

Grottasanta
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Tiche

2/5(1 area review)

Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Tiche
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Epipoli

3/5(1 area review)

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.

Epipoli

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