Ortigia Travel Guide

Syracuse

Ancient ruins with stone columns and a building with green shutters in the background.
A historic stone wall with a building adjacent to it.
A canal with a stone bridge, a row of parked cars, and a building with ornate balconies.
An ancient stone structure with arches and columns, adjacent to a modern building with a dome and windows.
A stone wall, a pedestrian walkway, and buildings in a historic town square.

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A coastal cityscape with buildings along the waterfront, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.
Photo by Juan Pablo Pantoja
Open Photo by Juan Pablo Pantoja

Lungomare di Ortigia

9.4/10 (654 reviews)
You can take time to visit Lungomare di Ortigia during your travels to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

฿11,472
per traveller
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
Castle Maniace

Syracuse and Ortigia : Tour with App and 19 Audioguides

฿459
per adult
Syracuse and Ortigia : Tour with App and 19 Audioguides
Syracuse: Cathedral entrance ticket with VR viewer experience

Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket with VR Headset Experience

฿306
per adult
Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket with VR Headset Experience
Syracuse: Coast and Sea Caves Full Transparent Boat Tour

Syracuse: Coast and Sea Caves Full Transparent Boat Tour

฿1,071
per adult
Syracuse: Coast and Sea Caves Full Transparent Boat Tour
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

฿956
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

฿1,145
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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
The price is ฿8,572 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿8,572
฿9,813 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"Dream Hotel. I would definitely suggest it no problem. Flawless. Impeccable"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

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 ฿13,291 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿13,291
฿15,002 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
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 ฿12,361 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿12,361
฿13,979 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (618 reviews)
"Beautiful old world charm.."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection

4 out of 5
Via Roma 66 Syracuse SR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿9,088 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿9,088
฿10,381 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (684 reviews)
"Incredible place and location. Favorite time and place in Sicily."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection
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 ฿23,615 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿23,615
฿26,358 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse and Fonte Aretusa ...
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 ฿4,181 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,181
฿4,767 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
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Where to stay in Ortigia

Find the best Ortigia areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern building with a unique triangular roof and a central spire.
Photo by William Keller
Open Photo by William Keller

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.

Ancient ruins with a large amphitheater surrounded by trees.
Photo by William Keller
Open Photo by William Keller

Neapolis

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

A natural rock arch over a body of water with people paddling in kayaks.

Grottasanta

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

Aerial view of Ortigia, historical centre of the city of Syracuse. Aerial view of Maniace fortress in Ortigia, Sicily, Italy. Sanctuary "Our Lady of Tears" is at the background

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.

An ancient amphitheater with stone ruins and a grassy field.

Tiche

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

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