Discover the heart of Sicily of the late Baroque period. Rebuilt after the devastating earthquake of 1693 it is part of UNESCO's World Heritage.

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Duration 8 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: Spanish, English, Italian
Pickup included: Your accommodation in Catania, Catania territory. Pick-up from Taormina by demand.
Small group: Limited to 8 participants

Highlights

Visit the reconstructed Baroque town of Noto
Stop in Modica at the oldest chocolate factory in Sicily
Admire the late Baroque monuments of Ragusa

Full description

The first stop on this 8-hour tour is Noto, the Garden of Stone, noted for its Baroque heritage. After the massive 1693 earthquake, Noto was rebuilt on Meti Hill. The town’s origins date to the Early Bronze Age. Continue to Modica and visit the oldest chocolate factory in Sicily. The city also has a rich history and a wonderful architectural heritage. See the cathedrals of San Giorgio and San Pietro and the Palazzo Polara and Palazzo Napolino-Tommasi Rosso, among others. Ragusa was added to the UNESCO World Heritage in 2002 for its monuments of the late Baroque period. Visit examples of this style including its cathedrals and palaces.

Includes

Pick-up and drop off at your accommodation or port of call
Transportation by air-conditioned car or minivan
English-speaking driver/guide
Gas
Parking fees
Tolls

Hotel accommodation
Meals
Tickets

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Please note that activities are subject to cancelation due to weather conditions.

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Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 94 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.9/5
Transportation
4.8/5
Service
5/5
Organization
4.8/5

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Bogdan – GermanyNovember 6, 2023 – Verified booking

It was a very pleasant and enjoyable trip! This tour offers an experience that is nearly impossible to get by your own (or by any other means) - to visit 3 beautiful towns with unique baroque architecture in one day, try unique dry chocolate in Modica, enjoy a very local food... - and all this in a calm pace without any rush! Many thanks to our guide and driver Rustian for such a great and informative day!

Caroline – United KingdomOctober 22, 2023 – Verified booking

The challenge of travelling to three places in one day was very professionally delivered by Rustian who was knowledgeable and enthusiastic as well as good humoured throughout the whole day. We felt well looked after at the sites as well as on the road. Enjoyed our day very much - recommended!

Luciana – ArgentinaSeptember 5, 2023 – Verified booking

Very good. These types of tours allow you to save time and travel between several locations in the same day, which would be exhausting to do on your own by car, bus or train. I wouldn't give the time. I want to highlight Rustian, our guide. Respectful, friendly, explaining in English and Spanish and also giving us advice to get around Catania. A luxury!

Noto, Modica and Ragusa: The Baroque Tour from Catania

Noto, Modica and Ragusa: The Baroque Tour from Catania

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