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.
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 romantic 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.
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
From Taormina: Syracuse and Noto Guided Day Trip by Bus
Tour of the island of Ortigia and the Plemmirio reserve
Top hotels in Ortigia
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
A beautiful hotel, across from the sea. Can walk thru the beautiful streets of Ortigia. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Loved the property. Clean, beautifully amd tastefully decorated. The staff was lovely.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
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Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Des Ètrangers - The Leading Hotels of the World
Great hotel and saff
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
We were happy with our selection. Clean, nice and well located.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
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Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
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 Ear of Dionysius and Roman Amphitheatre 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 Ear of Dionysius are some notable places to visit nearby.
