Ortigia

Syracuse

Ortigia
Temple of Apollo which includes heritage elements and a ruin
Temple of Apollo showing heritage elements and street scenes
Temple of Apollo showing heritage elements and building ruins
Temple of Apollo featuring street scenes, heritage elements and building ruins

Popular places to visit

Lungomare di Ortigia

Lungomare di Ortigia

4.5/5(26 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lungomare di Ortigia during your travels to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Lungomare di Ortigia
Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(37 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Syracuse with a trip to Piazza del Duomo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

Piazza del Duomo
Temple of Apollo showing heritage elements and building ruins

Temple of Apollo

4/5(42 reviews)

Discover over 2,000 years of history when you visit the oldest Doric temple in Sicily.

Temple of Apollo
Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa

Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa during your trip to Syracuse? Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa

Cathedral of Syracuse

4.5/5(44 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Syracuse with a stop at Cathedral of Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Cathedral of Syracuse

Fonte Aretusa

5/5(2 reviews)

Fonte Aretusa is just one of the places to see in Syracuse, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Fonte Aretusa

Things to do

Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

€25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

€300
per traveller
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

€40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
Watch the sunsets with us

Plemmirio Sailing Tour from Ortigia with Snorkeling

€60
per adult
Plemmirio Sailing Tour from Ortigia with Snorkeling
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

€30
per adult
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
Ninfeo's Grotto

Half Day Tour of Syracuse

€108
per adult
Half Day Tour of Syracuse
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Top hotels in Ortigia

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 93, Syracuse, SR
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (852 reviews)
"Excellent customer service. The room was spacious, comfortable and clean. The upgrade with the four poster bed and side balcony with sea view was very much appreciated. Thank you. The breakfast was amazing. It exceeded our expectations. So much choice. It included lots of local specialities and Sicilian ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

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Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
Via Riva Nazario Sauro, Syracuse, SR
The price is €369 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€369
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star spa property in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (238 reviews)
"Amazing property in Syracusa. Do not miss this majestic property close to shopping, activities and dinning."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

4 out of 5
Via Roma 66, Syracuse, SR
The price is €277 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
€277
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (641 reviews)
"Fantastic location and modern hotel The negatives was parking it was extremely stressful to get the vehicle to the hotel The other issue I had there was a tip included in the final invoice this should not be done. Should you wish to tip it should be seperate and an amount of your choosing"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

5 out of 5
Viale Mazzini, 12, Syracuse, SR
The price is €280 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
€280
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (544 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel right on the waterfront with parking (paid) just in front. Excellent service and breakfasts. Room elegant with high ceilings but would benefit from air conditioning for the summer months. Easy walking to seafront and around Ortigia."

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Charme Hotel Henry's House

Charme Hotel Henry's House

4 out of 5
Via del Castello Maniace n. 68, Syracuse, SR
The price is €250 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
€250
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (298 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Charme Hotel Henry's House
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Lungomare d'Ortigia 13, Syracuse, SR
The price is €295 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
€295
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Spiaggetta di ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"It was a great experience. The hotel owners did an excellent job with the remodel. Our room was very comfortable. The room and hotel facilities were better than the pictures. Bravo!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
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Other neighbourhoods around Ortigia

Syracuse showing street scenes as well as an individual female

Santa Lucia

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Santa Lucia is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porto Piccolo and Ionian Sea.

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Neapolis

While visiting Neapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse and Archaeological Park of Neapolis.

Neapolis
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Acradina

You'll enjoy the churches and seaside views in Acradina. You might want to make time for a stop at Ionian Sea or Capuchin Quarry.

Acradina
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Grottasanta

4/5(12 area reviews)

Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.

Grottasanta
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Tiche

2/5(1 area review)

Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Tiche
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Epipoli

3/5(1 area review)

While Epipoli isn't home to many top sights, Greek Theatre of Syracuse and Archaeological Park of Neapolis are some notable places to visit nearby.

Epipoli

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