SYRACUSE private tour: discover the beauty of Ortigia! Discount Tickets

Overview

Discover Ortigia, the enchanting historic center of Syracuse, on a private guided tour. Start at Umbertino Bridge to enter the island and admire the Temple of Apollo, Sicily’s oldest Doric temple from 580 BC. Explore Piazza Archimede, home to the magnificent Fountain of Diana, where the goddess of hunting watches a nymph, tritons, horses & gargoyles. Wander through quaint alleys to Piazza della Minerva, with its white limestone square and elegant architecture, and visit the grand Cathedral of Syracuse, built atop the ruins of the ancient Temple of Athena. Nearby, the Church of Saint Lucia alla Badia houses Caravaggio’s masterpiece,The Burial of Saint Lucia. Continue to the seafront to discover Fonte Aretusa, a freshwater spring with papyrus and fish, and finish at the Alfeo seafront, enjoying stunning sea views and the commanding Castello Maniace, a Swabian fortress at the tip of the island. Book your private tour today and experience the timeless history, beauty, and charm of Ortigia!

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Discover Fonte Aretusa

Private walking tour of Syracuse with licensed tour guide

Admire the Temple of Apollo ( external visit )

Stroll through Piazza Archimede and Admire the Fountain of Diana

Stroll along the Alfeo seafront with views of Maniace Castle

Visit the magnificent Cathedral of Syracuse

Admire the Church of Santa Lucia alla Badia ( external visit )

Walk through charming alleys and be enchanted by Piazza della Minerva

Exclusion

Entrance tickets (Guided tour without paid entrance fees)

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels