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 romantic 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

Syracuse: Cathedral entrance ticket with VR viewer experience

Syracuse: Cathedral entrance ticket with VR viewer experience

฿304
per adult
Syracuse: Cathedral entrance ticket with VR viewer experience
Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket.

Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket.

฿114
per adult
Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket.
Syracuse: Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves

Syracuse: Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves

฿760
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Syracuse: Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves
Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour with Prosecco

Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour with Prosecco

฿608
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour with Prosecco
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

฿950
per adult
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

฿1,140
per adult
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
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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
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! (882 reviews)
"We really enjoyed this property. The buildings are ancient, but completely renovated and clean. Bathrooms are new, beds are comfortable with good linens. Breakfasts are excellent with many choices."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

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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 ฿9,437 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿9,437
฿10,764 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (247 reviews)
"Everything is excellent, except the shower which is very small and uncomfortable which makes it impossible to enjoy the bath."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

5 out of 5
Viale Mazzini, 12, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿8,699 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿8,699
฿9,952 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (556 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Lungomare d'Ortigia 13, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿8,049 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿8,049
฿9,236 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"Wonderful boutique hotel across from the ocean. The employees are very helpful and gracious."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World

Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World

5 out of 5
Passeggio Adorno 10/12, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿15,471 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿15,471
฿17,401 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Tropical Aquarium ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
"This hotel is fantastic! The room was so clean, has in room tea facilities and quality toiletries. There’s many towels, slippers and dressing gowns. The breakfast buffet selection is vast and had quality items with gluten free and dairy free options. Cooked items are also available to order. Staff ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

Via Gian Battista Alagona, 55, Syracuse, SR
The price is ฿5,479 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,479
฿6,246 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
"Really great value. Perfect location. Great sheets."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
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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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