Ortigia Travel Guide
Syracuse
Popular places to visit
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.
Temple of Apollo
Discover over 2,000 years of history when you visit the oldest Doric temple in Sicily.
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.
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.
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 family-friendly area.
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.
Things to do
Syracuse: Cathedral entrance ticket with VR viewer experience
Ortigia and Plemmirio Island Tour at Sunset
Tour of the island of Ortigia and the Plemmirio reserve
Top hotels in Ortigia
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Everything was excellent it’s a special hotel!!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Superb staff, Emanuel at front desk went above and beyond printing out maps and providing suggestions for day trips. Hotel and rooms are very dated and lack a cohesive look. Bathroom smelled of sewage and the entire hotel had the smell of grandma’s awful perfume. Rooms are small, location is superb ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
The hotel itself is a beautiful building with an interesting heritage as the main post office. The location is excellent offering a great starting point for a walking tour of Ortigia. Great stay.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Parking must be planned in advance. There is nowhere to park around the hotel though they are there to help you unload and load.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection
Very clean, elegant and comfortable. Pleasant and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
Very good stay
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ortigia
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.
Neapolis
While visiting Neapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Archaeological Park of Neapolis and Greek Theatre of Syracuse.
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.
Grottasanta
Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.
Tiche
Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
