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Syracuse, Ortygia and Noto Full-Day Tour from Catania

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Syracuse, Ortygia and Noto Full-Day Tour from Catania

Activity provider:Kemedia
4.7  / 5
184 reviews
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From US$ 125.20 per person

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Explore the Greek and Roman monuments in the archaeological park of Neapolis on this trip from Catania. See Ortygia Island and visit the small town of Noto to see its Sicilian Baroque architecture.

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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
Italian, English
Pickup included
Hotels and B&Bs in Catania only
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Discover the Greek and Roman temples of the archaeological park of Neapolis
  • Explore Ortygia Island and see the historic heart of Syracuse
  • Wander among the baroque palaces of Noto
  • See the Arethusa fountain
  • Admire the largest cavea ever built by the ancient Greeks
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Learn the ancient history of Sicily on a full-day sightseeing tour that takes you to the archaeological park of Neapolis where you can visit classical monuments of Greek and Roman Syracuse at your own pace on a self-guided tour.

Following a pick-up from your accommodation in Catania, transfer to the ruins of Syracuse, now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

During your walk, discover many old Roman streets, as well as monuments such as the Greek Theatre, whose cavea is one of the largest ever built by the ancient Greeks.

Near the Greek Theatre, you will see the latomie, including the limestone cave known as the “Ear of Dyonisius,” as well as the Christian Church of San Nicolò ai Cordari. Admire the Amphitheatre of the Roman imperial age, and more.

Then, continue to Ortygia Island to experience the historic heart of Syracuse. Located at the park’s eastern end, and separated by a narrow channel, Ortygia is filled with Greek temples, Christian churches, and Arabian streets.

Visit the Arethusa fountain and Piazza del Duomo, where the baroque palaces, such as Beneventano del Bosco Palace and Senate Palace are among the most beautiful in Sicily.

After lunch (own expense), go to the small town of Noto, noted for its unique style of Sicilian Baroque architecture, and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002.

Wander the open-air museum and beautiful Corso Vittorio Emanuele to admire the many palaces and churches that, grouped together, are known as the “Stone Garden.”

Includes
  • Return transfers by shuttle bus
  • Pick-up is available from the city center
  • Multilingual tour leader (English and Italian)
  • Entrance to the archaeological park of Neapolis
  • Food and drinks
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  • People with mobility impairments

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4.7 /5

based on 184 reviews

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  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.6/5
  • Organization
    4.6/5

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The guide was very good but this should be a tour with a guide AND a driver. We spent a lot of time driving around looking for parking which cut time out of an already packed day. We didn’t have enough time at Ortigia island or noto and it would have been much more efficient if someone else was driving.

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May 26, 2023

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Lynn Verified booking

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Salvo was a fabulous tour guide. His English was excellent, his knowledge was broad nd he spoke loud enough for everyone in the van to hear him clearly and easily. He was personable, warm and friendly. He was always available, on time and helpful. We had a really great time on his tour.

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April 29, 2023

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Our excursion to Syracuse, Noto and Ortigia was with Salvatore. He is very knowledgeable and friendly and we all felt as though our tour was really personalised to our group. We asked if it was possible to make a detour and take an unplanned boat ride around Ortigia. He was very flexible and accommodating and managed to find us a boat company in the low season. Salvatore is clearly passionate about what he does and we had a terrific day! Highly recommended!

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