Ortigia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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
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
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
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

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

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

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.
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

NZ$588
per traveller
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
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
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Plemmirio Sailing Tour from Ortigia with Snorkeling

NZ$118
per adult
Plemmirio Sailing Tour from Ortigia with Snorkeling
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

NZ$59
per adult
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
Ninfeo's Grotto

Half Day Tour of Syracuse

NZ$212
per adult
Half Day Tour of Syracuse
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Our pick of the best Ortigia Hotel Deals

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! (854 reviews)
"The staff was attentive and very helpful. The room amenities were very nice, especially the beautiful bathroom!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

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Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

5 out of 5
Viale Mazzini, 12, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$571 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$571
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (546 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
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 NZ$730 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$730
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star spa property in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, 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
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 NZ$507 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$507
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (299 reviews)
"Amazing location Very friendly helpful staff Accommodations great Food , service spot on Highly recommend and I would definitely return."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Charme Hotel Henry's House
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

4 out of 5
Via Roma 66, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$661 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$661
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (643 reviews)
"Very comfortable and very helpful."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Lungomare d'Ortigia 13, Syracuse, SR
The price is NZ$584 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$584
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Spiaggetta di ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
"The view was stunning and the team couldn't have been more helpful. 10/10 for views and location - pictures online don't do it justice. Loved it."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
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Other neighbourhoods around Ortigia

Syracuse featuring 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.

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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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