Grottasanta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Lungomare di Ortigia

Lungomare di Ortigia

4.5/5(3 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
Archaeological Park of Neapolis

Archaeological Park of Neapolis

3.5/5(2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a visit to Archaeological Park of Neapolis. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Archaeological Park of Neapolis
Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(7 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
Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse

Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse

You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a trip to Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse
Ear of Dionysius

Ear of Dionysius

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ear of Dionysius, a lovely green space in Syracuse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Ear of Dionysius
Temple of Apollo which includes building ruins and heritage elements

Temple of Apollo

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Temple of Apollo

Activities

Boat tour with dolphin sighting

Boat tour with dolphin sighting

NZ$1,256
per traveller
Boat tour with dolphin sighting
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.

NZ$48
per adult
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Agrigento: Valley of the Temples Skip The Line & Guided Tour

Valley of the Temples Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

NZ$77
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Valley of the Temples Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

NZ$48
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
Cooking class in a charming villa in front of the sea

Cooking class in a charming villa in front of the sea

NZ$222
per adult
Cooking class in a charming villa in front of the sea
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat

Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat

NZ$77
per adult
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat
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Our pick of the best Grottasanta Hotel Deals

Grand Hotel Villa Politi
Grand Hotel Villa Politi
4 out of 5
Via Maria Politi Laudien 2, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$329 per night from 10 July to 11 July
NZ$329
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (886 reviews)
"Hotel was located in a good area but was very dated. Could use some updates, but overall a nice saty."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Grand Hotel Villa Politi
UNA HOTELS One Siracusa
UNA HOTELS One Siracusa
4 out of 5
Via Diodoro Siculo 4, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$287 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$287
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (503 reviews)
"“Syracuse is a magical city. This hotel is about 20 minutes from Ortiga ( the main attractions or the historic island, ) but we needed a place with parking since we were driving from Palermo to Syracuse. It’s very easy to get from the hotel to other places, and finding a parking spot is not a ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

UNA HOTELS One Siracusa
Park Hotel
Park Hotel
3 out of 5
Via Filisto 80, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$155 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$155
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Arenella Beach and Capuchin Quarry are located ...
6.8/10 (78 reviews)
"Average hotel that needs upgradingand modernising. Breakfast needs to be a bit more expansive. Good carparking facilities."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2024

Park Hotel
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 WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (831 reviews)
"The rooms are stunningly decorated, comfortable beds, great air conditioning, very clean. The common area are also breathtaking. The staff are also amizng and helped us book transportation and arranged a beach club day. This location is also close to all shopping and great dinning. The included breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

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Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Mangia's Brucoli, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Mangia's Brucoli, Sicily, Autograph Collection
5 out of 5
Contrada Gisira 1, Brucoli, Augusta, SR
The price is NZ$573 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$573
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Brucoli Bay and Augusta Airship Hangar are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (84 reviews)
"Everything is good"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Mangia's Brucoli, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Eureka Palace Hotel Spa Resort
Eureka Palace Hotel Spa Resort
4 out of 5
Strada Spinagallo 50, Syracuse, SR
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (283 reviews)
"Nice big room. Clean. Nice breakfast."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

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Eureka Palace Hotel Spa Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Grottasanta

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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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Tiche

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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Neapolis

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

Neapolis
Syracuse which includes street scenes as well as an individual female

Santa Lucia

4/5(6 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.

Santa Lucia
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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.

Epipoli
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Ortigia

5/5(10 area reviews)

Ortigia is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathedral of Syracuse or Piazza del Duomo.

Ortigia

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