Santa Lucia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Syracuse featuring street scenes as well as an individual female
Santa Lucia
Photo by William Keller
Photo by William Keller
Photo by Sarah Haynes
Photo by Sarah Haynes
Photo by Lindsay Gauthier
Photo by Lindsay Gauthier

Popular places to visit

Lungomare di Ortigia

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.

Lungomare di Ortigia
Archaeological Park of Neapolis

Archaeological Park of Neapolis

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

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
Temple of Apollo which includes building ruins and heritage elements

Temple of Apollo

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

Temple of Apollo
Catacombs of St. John

Catacombs of St. John

Learn about the local history of Syracuse when you spend time at Catacombs of St. John. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Catacombs of St. John

Activities

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$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

NZ$78
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat

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

NZ$78
per adult
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat
Syracuse: Ortigia Boat Trip with Caves and Pillirina

Syracuse: Ortigia Boat Trip with Caves and Pillirina

NZ$78
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Boat Trip with Caves and Pillirina
Taormina Art of the gold

Taormina and Etna with driver Wine experience to ask for

NZ$459
per adult
Taormina and Etna with driver Wine experience to ask for
Syracuse: Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves

Syracuse: Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves

NZ$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Syracuse: Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves
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Our pick of the best Santa Lucia Hotel Deals

Grande Albergo Alfeo

Grande Albergo Alfeo

4 out of 5
Via Nino Bixio 5, Syracuse, SR
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Syracuse ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (625 reviews)
Charming Sicilian Hotel near Ortiga & marina
"Charming Sicilian Hotel within walking distance to bustling Ortiga. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby. Friendly staff and delicious daily breakfast with made to order cafe. Bonus- complimentary granita provided to hotel guests daily in the lobby. A/C is a welcome respite to escape the hot summer ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

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Grande Albergo Alfeo
Caportigia Boutique Hotel

Caportigia Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
Viale Montedoro 76, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$388 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$388
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star property in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (239 reviews)
"The hotel was truly lovely, clean and in a perfect location for all our jaunts; we were greeted warmly by all staff we encountered. The included Buffet Breakfast was varied and fresh. We did not try the in-house restaurant but the menu was very interesting snd upscale. I highly recommend the Caportigia ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Caportigia Boutique Hotel
Nostos rooms & Apartments

Nostos rooms & Apartments

3 out of 5
Corso Umberto I, 66, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$194 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$194
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Santa Lucia Bridge ...
9/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
"Very welcoming staff"

Reviewed on 14 May 2025

Nostos rooms & Apartments
Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri

Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri

4 out of 5
42 Via Malta, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$319 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
NZ$319
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Santa Lucia ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (30 reviews)
"very helpfull"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri
Re Dionisio Luxury Suites

Re Dionisio Luxury Suites

3 out of 5
Riviera Dionisio Il Grande 66, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$803 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$803
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa affittacamere in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Piazza ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (53 reviews)
Spectacular Hotel with Unbelievable Views
"My family travels a lot and this was one of our favorite hotels. The views from the spacious and modern rooms and unbelievable. We rented the hotel spa pool room for our family and it was very reasonable and definitely worth doing. It was an easy walk to Ortigia and we also walked to the Archeological ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Re Dionisio Luxury Suites
Hotel Le Muse

Hotel Le Muse

3 out of 5
Via Malta, 17, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$245 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$245
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy a marina, breakfast (surcharge), and an area shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Santa ...
7.4/10 Good! (62 reviews)
"The room was great and the staff was exceptionally helpful"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Hotel Le Muse
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Lucia

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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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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(1 area review)

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

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

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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