Sicily

15 Best Syracuse & Ortigia Tours

This list covers both halves of Syracuse, the Neapolis ruins and the island of Ortigia. In Ortigia’s cathedral, Doric columns from a 2,500-year-old temple of Athena still hold up the walls. A good guide makes the stones talk.

2.Small Group Boat Tour of Ortigia With Visits to the Caves and Swimming – Sicily – Cancel 24H Pr

Experience the beauty of Ortigia on a small group boat tour. Explore caves, swim in crystal clear waters. Book now and cancel within 24 hours!

★ 5.0

“This tour was a highlight of our visit to Ortigia. If we hadn’t done this tour we would have missed out on something special. Skipper Franco was great company and a perfect guide. We were two parents and a 9-year-old and we all loved the…”

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6.Syracuse, Ortygia and Noto Full-Day Tour From Catania

Take a journey through ancient ruins and Baroque splendor in Sicily's Syracuse, Ortygia, and Noto Full-Day Tour from Catania - where hidden treasures await.

★ 4.7

“The pickup was just on time. Our guide and driver Nando was very knowledgeable and was enthusiastic to provide us as much info as possible. He was very pleasant and fun to be with. The cities we visited were beautiful, and lucky for us, we…”

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7.From Catania: Syracuse and Noto Culture and History Tour

Discover the hidden treasures of Catania, Italy with our immersive Syracuse and Noto Culture and History Tour. Uncover the secrets of this enchanting region today!

★ 4.4

“Teresa was a lovely guide. She shared lots of facts and stories about Syracusa and Noto. We started by stopping at the archaeological park for about 1.5 hours which was just enough time to walk through the whole park. In January 2023, the “tomb of…”

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9.From Catania: Syracuse, Ortygia, and Noto Tour

Wander through ancient ruins, picturesque streets, and Baroque splendor on the 'From Catania: Syracuse, Ortygia, and Noto Tour' - the ultimate Sicilian adventure awaits!

★ 3.9

“C'est juste un chauffeur ! Pas de guide et il ne parle que l'italien. A chaque arrêt il dit vaguement ou aller. Le temps pour la visite de Parc archéologique de Néapolis est beaucoup trop court !!! Impossible de le parcourir en 1h. Je recommande…”

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10.Noto, Modica and Ragusa: the Baroque Tour From Catania

Dive into the enchanting world of Noto, Modica, and Ragusa on the Baroque Tour from Catania, where time seems to stand still and history whispers its secrets.

★ 4.8

“The tour is a very convenient way to enjoy Sicily's baroque history and sights. Alesso is extremely professional, full of stories and insights, that make you appreciate Sicilian culture even more. Each place is distinct/unique, yet one will see how they are also the same…”

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11.From Catania: Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto Full-Day Tour

Embark on an enchanting journey through Sicily's past with the 'From Catania: Syracuse, Ortigia, and Noto Full-Day Tour'...

★ 4.7

“It was excellent! Our guide was really good, she give us a lot of interesting facts and information about the locations we visited. Noto was beautiful, Syracuse archeological park was nothing special, but the city was gorgeous, Ortigia is a must visit. Overall it was…”

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12.Half Day Boat Tour on the Syracuse Coast With Lunch

Embark on a thrilling half-day boat tour along Syracuse's stunning coast, enjoying a delectable lunch onboard. Don't miss this unforgettable adventure! Book now.

★ 5.0

“Antonio and Nino were great hosts. We enjoyed the family we were paired up with. We saw the beautiful coastal sights and got some history. The stops we made to swim were spectacular. Our lunch was delicious. I wish there had some goggles on board…”

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14.Catania: Noto, Modica and Ragusa Ibla Baroque Tour

Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Catania's Baroque Tour, where history and resilience intertwine in unexpected ways...

★ 4.4

“We did this tour on September 24th from Catania. The tour guide Silvia was very knowledgeable and took great care to ensure we had a positive experience on the tour. The tour company, Lemon Tour was very organized and responsive. This was a last minute…”

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15.From Taormina: Syracuse and Noto Guided Day Trip by Bus

Discover Sicily’s highlights on a guided day trip from Taormina to Syracuse and Noto. Explore ancient ruins, Baroque streets, and stunning seaside views comfortably.

★ 4.3

“Excellent day trip - do not miss out! Christy was a brilliant and very knowledgeable guide. Learnt so much about the area from him.”

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4.5Boat Excursion on the Island of Ortigia With Snorkeling to the Sea Caves2 hours (approx.)$37.49 4.5Syracuse, Ortygia and Noto One Day Small Group Tour From Catania9 hours (approx.)$126.98 3.7From Taormina: Full-Day Guided Tour of Syracuse$67.97 4.5Ancient Syracuse: Private Guided Tour of the Neapolis Archaeological Park1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$108.24 5.02h Boat Tour of Ortigia Sea Caves South Coast and Gulf of Syracuse2 hours (approx.)$48.27 4.5Siracusa,Ortigia and Noto Tour8 hours (approx.)$120.68 4.5Siracusa – Ortigia & Noto Tour8 hours (approx.)$264.50 5.0Traditional Menu With a Cookinas and Visit of the Ancient Market of Ortigia4 hours (approx.)$155.68 5.0Boat Excursion of Ortigia Island From Syracuse1 hour (approx.)$24.14 5.0Classical Syracuse – Half Day Guided Tour$238.17 4.0Syracuse & Noto – Day Tour From Taormina10 hours (approx.)$72.09 4.5Minivan Tour From Syracuse to Ragusa, Noto and Modica8 hours (approx.)$174.21 5.0Ortigia: Syracuses Ancient Town Center Private Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$107.53 5.0Catania Airport Transfer to Syracuse and Taormina50 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$94.41 4.5Private Tour of Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto6 to 8 hours (approx.)$240.28 4.6From Taormina: Siracusa & Noto Small-Group Tour$135.94 5.0Boat Excursion to Ortigia With Typical Homemade Lunch1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$84.10 5.0Syracuse Ortigia and Noto Private Tour$248.24 5.0Sicilian Puppets in Syracuse: Show With Behind-The-Scenes Visit1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)$21.57 5.0Half Day Tour of Syracuse3 hours (approx.)$141.40 5.0Tasting at the Ortigia Market, Cook and Lunch4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$240.28 4.5Boat Tour Ortigia and Syracuse Sea Caves1 hour (approx.)$24.03 5.0Baroque Shades of Sicily (Noto, Modica and Ragusa Day Tour)8 hours (approx.)$132.15 5.0Olive Oil Tasting in Syracuse – Fairytale Tour1 hour (approx.)$96.11