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Things to do in Syracuse, Sicily: The Best Sightseeing Tours
Once one of ancient Greece’s most important cities, today Syracuse (Siracusa in Italian) is a lively town of about 125,000 on Sicily’s southeast coast. The city overflows with amazing remnants from its long history. Romans, Vandals and Normans are but a few of those who ruled here after the Greeks. In Syracuse’s harbor, Ortygia Island (also called Città Vecchia or Old City) is the site of many of the main attractions, including the seventh-century cathedral and the Fountain of Arethusa.
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1. 7-Day Highlights PRIVATE Sicily Tour - Only for you
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Destinations included in this tour: Catania, Etna, Taormina, Siracusa, Noto, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Selinunte, Erice, Palermo, Monreale, Cefalù. Arrival Catania - Departure Palermo. The tour includes the following must-see spots : Palatina Chapel (Palermo) – Valley of Temples by night (Agrigento) – Sicilian cookies tasting (Erice), Granita or Cannolo (Noto) – Historical center and Seaview (Cefalù) – Greek ruins with seaview (Selinunte), 3 Dinners with Sicilian specialty
Inclusions: Dinner, Overnight in wine resort in the Etna area with a wine tasting and food, Overnights in Noto center or Relais 2 km from Noto with breakfast, Overnight in 4-star hotel with breakfast in Agrigento, Overnights in 4-star hotel or B&B superior apartment with breakfast in Palermo, Airport transfers, English speaking driver/guide or driver +English speaking tour guides every day, Transport by Luxury Mercedes vehicles with all the comforts
Exclusions: City Taxes or Tourist Tax, payable directly at hotel, during the check out (only in some cities), Lunches, dinners (Except 1 dinner on day 1), Tips
Reviewed By RossoVinoSusan
Came here with my husband for our wedding anniversary and we had a lovely experience is Cassa de montabalno. Maria the housekeeper was amazing. Very helpful friendly and when we arrived we had to organise a Covid test. She organised it with the help of Ivana and we were very happy that they helped us. Maria was a source of information and arranged us to go on a day tour on a Montabalno Day Tour with Nunzio the taxi driver. We had a wonderful day. I would highly recommend this b&b to anyone who loves the tv show. Only negative was we missed the season and not many restaurants were open but we didn’t starve. We bought our food in the local shop and ate on the balcony in the evening. Thank you for having us!
2. Noto Private Tour from Syracuse
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
During this 3-4-hour private tour from Syracuse you will discover Noto - amazingly beautiful town, the real capital of the Sicilian Baroque and UNESCO Heritage site, also known as "Stone's garden" and "Amber town". This tour is private, only for your party - nobody else, to ensure the highest quality for our tourists, and includes pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Syracuse.
Inclusions: Private tour of Noto, Professional licensed local guide, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off (Syracuse's Ortigia and nearby), Private tour, Round-trip private transfer by comfortable air-conditioned car
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By LMA5001
Incredible experience. Pasquale is a very nice and upbeat person. He took us to the best wineries. From the moment he picked us up it was clear that he had the entire day in perfect control. He is always professional and also fun. We really enjoyed the wine and food and the cellar tours. Pasquale even sent us several pictures from the day of fun that we had together. It was the highlight of our trip to Sicily. The communication was great - I asked Pasquale to arrange to have a cake for my girlfriend's birthday ... he made sure that at every destination there was a cake and everyone sang. He made me look like a hero! Thank you Pasquale!!!
3. Siracusa tour on high tech bike
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
tourist and cultural activities bicycle rental pedal assistance . The bikes are brand Atala and Lombardo mark of excellence of Made in Italy . The tour is accompanied by an authorized tourist guide that will accompany the group between the streets of Syracuse and the old town of the Ortigia island. The group of tourists will depart by bicycle from Via della Dogana n.15 to the island of ortigia and visit the monuments of the Greek period of the Apollo temple, the baroque square of the cathedral, the Aretusa source, the Jewish baths, the narrow streets and the baroque courtyards. The tour can be in Italian, English, German and French.
Inclusions: Private tour, Bottled water, Use of bicycle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Airport/Departure Tax
Reviewed By StarvingandDemanding
Excellent bike hire service - Francesco was super friendly and helpful. He recommended a beautiful beach nearby. Great bikes, great price, great guy.
4. Tour in bike history Island Ortigia and archeological park Neapolis
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Tour guide with the bike in the history island Ortigia (tempel Apollo, tempel Athena, fontana Diana, fonte Aretusa) and archeological park Neapolis (greek theater, Ara di Ierone, ear of Dionesis, Roman anfitheater).
Inclusions: Private tour, Bottled water, Use of bicycle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By StarvingandDemanding
Excellent bike hire service - Francesco was super friendly and helpful. He recommended a beautiful beach nearby. Great bikes, great price, great guy.
5. Sicily Boats - Excursion in Plemmirio boat
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Departure from Avola, heading north to the Marine Protected Area of Plemmirio. Stages: Club Avola, Tonnara di Avola, Pantanello Beach, the Rotonda a mare “Chalet”, Lido di Avola, Gallina Beach, Marquise of Cassibile Beach, Punta del Cane, Fontane Bianche, Torre di Ognina, Ognina Island, Spiaggia dell ' Arenella, Scoglio di Milocca, Tonnara di Terrauzza, Plemmirio. Excursion duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes. Route length: 26 Mn (48 km).
Inclusions: Private excursion
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Patrick B
We hired two boats from Sicily Boats last Friday 12th July for a party of 9 (5 in one, 4 in the other). The booking was really easy by mobile, just call Salvo +39 3283113505 or Stefano +39 3270207488. We thought it was a really professional service, quick, efficient and friendly and good value for money. Our trip was awesome along the beautiful coast off SE Sicily. Salvo and Stefano were brilliant. Highly recommended. Thank you.
6. Half Day Tour of Syracuse
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
I will accompany you to discover the places of my childhood. My father is a tour guide so I grew up playing in the places I try to make tourists appreciate today. I will let you discover the history, art, habits and typical Sicilian dishes with the eyes of a local, the perfect mix to appreciate one of the most important Mediterranean cities in the Greek period and beyond. In addition we can add the market tour to taste some of the most delicious sicilian local food.
Inclusions: Local Guide
Exclusions: Entrance Tickets, Snacks
Reviewed By Sweet9caroline
Grazie Letizia for taking me to all the best food places in Ortigia on this tour. I was grateful Letizia honoured the booking as my private guide as no one else had signed up that day. You will eat a ton of food and just getting to the front of the queue at Caseificio Borderi is worth the cost of the tour alone :) Don’t miss this tour!
7. Sicily UNESCO Tour
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Enjoy the best of South Italy in our private tour. All you can see and enjoy in a fantastic week full of freedom, Sicilian authentic spirit, hearty locals, cooking class experience, wine tasting, lunch in a small country side trattoria, knowledgeable guides, breath-taking panoramas, elegance and comfort.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Private transportation, Hotel 3/4 ** BB
Exclusions: Gratuities
8. Private Yacht Tour Syracuse 4h ALL INCLUSIVE
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
The price is not per person but for the entire service.The private tour is dedicated to all those who want to spend their hours at sea in total comfort and relaxation.Get aboard a 9-meter boat totally reserved for you. Together we go to discover the beauty of the sea and the coasts of Syracuse, Ortigia, the sea caves, the Maniace Castle and all the most beautiful places on the coast. About 2/3 stops are planned in different places to take a swim. is equipped with every option to allow you and your partner / family / group of friends to admire the beautiful Syracusan coasts, the island of Ortigia and the sea caves in total comfort.Large spaces where you can sunbathe or in the shade, cabins where to sleep, shower, fridge, aux radio and much more. .N.B. The price of the tour is for 4 hours but can be extended up to 8 hours, including skipper, fuel and boat. For info 3922975752
Inclusions: Fuel and skipper
Exclusions:
Reviewed By 2sandyl
Aleandro was a friendly and informative guide with good English. With beautiful sea caves and views of historical Ortigia, the tour is diverse and good value. We were delighted to see a kingfisher in one of the caves! Would highly recommend if you have a couple of hours spare in Syracuse.
9. Tour Sicily BAROQUE
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a free tour that allows you to visit the jewels of Sicilian baroque from Syracuse to Noto, from Modica to Ragusa Ibla passing through Scicli and Catania.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Assistance during the trip
Exclusions: Scheduled flights, Rental cars, Anything not mentioned in "included"
10. Private Tour of Syracuse, Ortygia and Noto
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit the Greek and the Roman classical monuments of Syracuse, present in the archeological Park of Neapolis. After the Archeological Park, the tour moves to Ortygia Island, the historical heart of Syracuse for an incredible stroll through its charming alleys. In the afternoon, you will be visiting the baroque Noto, considered an "open-air museum".
Inclusions: Shuttle Bus (return), Multilingual guide, Entrance ticket to Archeological Park of Syracuse, Authorized tourist guide in Syracuse, INFANT - baby seat (on request)
Exclusions: Authorized tourist guide in Noto and Park of Neapolis (on request), All that is not specified under “the cost includes"
Reviewed By Jololo37
Perfecto! Guide really friendly! Interesting tour with children. Etna is beautiful! If you are near Catania, do this tour!
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