The 33 best spots to watch the sunset in Syracuse

One of my favourite places on a trip to Sicily. Quaint, wonderful architecture, excellent market with grocery and stalls to eat. Some of the best cheeses and calamari. Wear running shoes and take lots of water. It is hot - little shade. We parked in Syracuse just before the bridge in a parking lot. Well work not driving on the island.

Our favourite Sicilian town! We spent a month in Ortigia and either did day trips to other towns or did a daily/night walk every day through the streets of Ortigia. Such a beautiful town to stroll around. The many restuarants are well rated in general with plenty of shops selling, gelato, Italian wine and local produce. The open air markets are good for fruit and veg, but go early. The cruise ships are regular but not every day but explore at night after everyone leaves, it's lovely. The train and bus station are a short walk from anywhere on the Island. Unfortunately, like all the other towns, rubbish, feral cats and people leaving dog poo on footpaths is a problem.

Ortigia, Sicily is a captivating place to explore—rich in history, charming streets, and stunning landmarks. We visited in May when the weather was pleasantly warm but not too crowded. Sunscreen, a hat, and comfy walking shoes are essential. It felt very safe, and the local Sicilian cuisine is a highlight—fresh, flavourful, and varied. Booking a guided tour is highly recommended to truly appreciate the history and stories behind the key sights. A perfect blend of culture, food, and relaxation.

Love Ortigia! So many interesting stories, so much to see and do and taste. If you are in Sicily you need to out this on the list. Tip: take one of those convertible piaggio tours, perfect to see everything

Ortigia came as a ‘must do’ when on Sicily from one of my Italian colleagues And we weren’t disappointed It’s a charming little place to lose yourself in small alleys or just follow the coastline When crossing on of the bridges from Siracusa, make sure to say hi to Arcimede’s statue. If you use your eyes you can find some artisinal treasures amongst the mass produced tourist junk. There’s no shortage of places to sit and enjoy food and drinks Where Ortigia is reasonably well kept snd efforts are being made to keep it that way, sadly Siracusa itself doesn’t fare as well. Still, a nice place to spend a day The one thing we absolutely didn’t like was the sudden influx of elderly tourists when a huge cruise liner moored.

Nice island, very picturesque. Very busy with tourists in comparison to other places. Good place to view Yachts!

The old town is a nice size. A leisure walk to see it all

Amazing place. The sites are very well presented. And the statues and works of art add to the experience. Finding the ticket office (down the slope from the main entrance) was a little confusing. And it was so hot the day we went that we should have gone on a cooler day. But the site is minutes from the amenities of Siracusa. Recommended.

Very impressive ruins, good to read up before you go as not much signage about it. I very much enjoyed the modern art installations, felt it was tasteful and added interest. Plenty of toilets and shade, always worth knowing! Ticket office is opposite entry gates.

Had an amazing morning here. The architecture and the history was amazing and could have stayed their so much longer. We did leave as the heat started to get to us so I do recommend getting their first thing in the morning. The parking is great and we only had to walk for about 5 minuets. Overall was absolutely amazing and highly recommend.

As a European archaeology student I got free admission and this isn't my first archaeological park in Italy. Siracusa is a very important site in Mediterranean antiquity and that is reflected by the many monumental buildings visible in the park. However the park is seriously disappointing. The regular price with 17€ is extremely painful and I'm sorry my parents had to pay so much for this experience. Considering that many important areas of the park (I guess 30-50%) are just permanently closed, with no visible effort of reopening, such as the so-called tomb of Archimedes, 17€ for half the park is a scam! They told us to look at the tomb from the street, through the fence... are you serious??? Where is the money from millions of tourists going?!? The conservatory efforts and gardening seem lackluster. Didactic effort was mostly nonexistent. Except for the Roman amphitheatre, there was not a single table or map in front of the monuments, like you know it from any other archaeological park or site. Again, 17€!!!! But instead there was weird surrealistic art that distracted and blocked the view from the archaeology?! The normal tourists were wondering if those sculptures were Roman or not. What made anybody think this was a good idea to confuse people like this? what the hell? And somehow they managed to organise nonsensical information tables for the nonsense surrealism art but not for the ancient monuments?? What is the administration of this park thinking!?! What are the priorities here?? I'm fuming with disappointment, like the Etna. Non va bene così!!😤😡🌋

The entry is 18€ for the whole site. The caves, the greek theatre, the roman theatre etc. It's pretty big and beautiful to visit. However, they should work on the path signaling and add some information panels about the ruins. You don't get any information about it. Just some info about the statues and the artist

It was pricey, 17€ for an adult to walk in this park. Near the entrance was a car parking 5€ for a couple of hours, but if we were to drive further the street we would have been able to park our car for free on the side. But otherwise the park was beautifule, a lot of sculptures, a lot of nooks to take pictures, different kind of varieties of archeological treasures in this park. We walked thrue in 40-60min

The Neapolis Archaeological Park in Siracusa is, from a historical perspective, undeniably fascinating. The remnants of antiquity, particularly the famous Ear of Dionysius and the impressive sculptures scattered throughout the grounds, are indeed worth seeing. However, the manner in which the site is presently maintained leaves much to be desired. Tickets have to be bought at some far away shed outside of the park near the busstop and tourist market. Which was weird because in the park there are several large modern, but closed, ticket and information offices, probably funded by the EU. Large sections of the park are either heavily overgrown, inaccessible, or entirely closed off, giving an air of neglect that is most disappointing for such an important cultural landmark. This was not noted at the ticket office. The designated walking routes are confusing at best and, more often than not, simply incorrect. The map provided — in a lamentable state of disrepair — is sadly emblematic of the wider management of the park. Whilst the historical treasures remain, the experience is overshadowed by poor upkeep and an entrance fee of €17 per person which feels unreasonably steep given the overall condition. Particularly regrettable is the fact that the Tomb of Archimedes is not accessible from within the park and can be seen more clearly from the public street outside. In sum, the Neapolis Archaeological Park offers extraordinary history wrapped in extraordinarily poor maintenance. The Ear of Dionysius alone is marvellous, but one cannot help but feel that this jewel of Siracusa deserves far better care and presentation than it currently receives.

Not a big fan of ruins of any kind but that's just I feel ruins should be rebuilt to there original splendor and purpose. I am especially not found when they over grown and unkept with very little signage to give the history and speculative deduction of how it looked and how it was used.

Mix of culture in Ortigia is stunning. Everything is beautiful and warm... people, architecture, food, drinks... I'm in love 😍

The Temple of Apollo is fascinating to visit. It’s preserved in its current state, and it’s amazing to see the remains of a structure dating back to around 600 BC. Even though only parts of the temple are still standing, it’s definitely worth a stop when exploring Siracusa.

I was expecting more. Unfortunately, the temple was quarried for materials years ago to build city defenses , so there is not much left. It was originally built by settlers from Greece in the 6th century (not the original Greek civilization). So disappointing but is still history and reading about it was still entertaining.

Have a quick look after you cross the bridge to Ortigia. There's not a lot to see though.

The Temple of Apollo is located on Orteiga a stones throw from the City of Siracusa. This city is just beautiful. The area of Orteiga is separated from Siracusa by two auto/pedestrian bridges. The open air market is a beauty to behold.

Somewhat semi preserved temple of Apollo from the Greek colony period. The main point after crossing the bridges from syracuse to ortigia.

An absolute marvel! The Syracuse Cathedral is not only a stunning example of Baroque architecture, but also a place where history truly comes alive. Built directly over the ancient Temple of Athena, it still preserves the original Doric columns, seamlessly integrated into the cathedral walls — a breathtaking fusion of ancient Greek and Christian heritage. Located in Ortigia, the historical heart of Syracuse and an island of extraordinary charm, the cathedral stands as a symbol of a city that was once among the greatest in the ancient world. Long before the Roman Empire flourished — when Rome had only around 50,000 inhabitants — Syracuse was already a thriving metropolis with over 300,000 people! The entire island is a scenery of an amazing past, echoing the grandeur of a civilization that shaped the Mediterranean. A must-visit for history lovers, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to walk through millennia of human achievement.

Unfortunately, the facade of the building was under renovation and we couldn't see it, but even so, the visit was worth it because inside you can see and touch the original ancient Doric columns from the Temple of Athena. It's quite impressive how parts of this place have survived nearly 2500 years and are so well preserved.

The Cathedral of Syracuse (Cattedrale metropolitana della Natività di Maria) was built over the ancient Temple of Athena (Minerva), erected in 480 BC after the victory of Himera. Parts of the original Doric columns are still visible in the structure, a reminder of the great monument that once stood here. While the Baroque architecture is remarkable, the transformation came at the cost of destroying an ancient Greek temple. It is an important historical site, but the loss of the original sanctuary cannot be ignored.

Beautiful Baroque church with a stunning façade and serene interior. One of the chapels offers a peaceful moment of reflection. Free entry and popular with visitors — definitely worth a stop while exploring Ortigia.

Unique. A cathedral construction with ancient Greek pillars from the temple of Athena mixed with 18th century Rococo! Set in a lovely plaza. Sit with a beer in the restaurant opposite the cathedral and watch humanity wonder by.

Absolutely breathtaking. I went in with curiosity, but I left completely speechless. The Syracuse Cathedral took me by surprise in the best possible way. Truly one of the highlights of my visit to Sicily. I highly recommend it!

The Cathedral of Syracuse is a wonderful place to visit on a rainy day. Its interior beautifully combines ancient Greek architecture with visible Doric columns and Baroque elements, creating a peaceful and historically rich atmosphere. The entrance fee is very affordable, only 2 euros for adults, and it’s free on the first Sunday of every month. It’s the perfect stop to stay dry while enjoying the beauty and heritage of Sicily.

Amazing sandwiches. Prosciutto mozzarella and tomato. spicy ventricina salami baked ricotta grilled peppers mixed salad chili pate spread and two small beers. Bread had sesame seeds. YUM! Place was packed and wildly efficient and service fast. We ended up going inside after lunch and buying more food, bread and goods to go.

Possibly the best sandwich bar in Italy😎🙏 Great service. Amazing quality of food and an amazing shop to spend 15 minutes in. A ginormous sandwich with the freshest and most authentic ingredients made by a guy with a real passion and for €7.

It’s a must. You can’t miss out on this spot. The food is spectacular, the ambience is unique, the speed at which food moves is something you have to experience for yourself. Let the lm recommend which wine to pair with your cold cuts / cheeses; you won’t regret it. Sit outside, people watch and enjoy the savory journey you’re about to embark on!

This was our absolute favourite place!! We made this part of our morning routine - we would run in the morning and then end with a coffee and we had two different GO TO meals. Burrata with the zucchini and quince jam! This with the mortadella was insane flavours. We also tried the salad croissants which is where you can choose the same filling as the sandwiches but in the croissants. We also took sandwiches down to the beach one day- we were told that the sandwich bar next door was average and this could be true even though we didn’t try next door! Great staff - a serious institution!!

Enjoyed our roll (fresh, crusty bread) & salad. Very busy place at lunch time on a Friday but great atmosphere.

We had a lovely tasting board, but there was no introduction so no idea what we were eating. Non the less, highly recommend, full of locals, also did some shopping here!

Great atmosphere, lots of people but the waiters were super fast, smart, convenient and so friendly! The food/sandwiches was AMAZING, and the cocktails were coming super fast

Great fountain in the Piazza Archimede, nice by day, especially when water is flowing, but especially nice in the evening when lit up. The fountain makes for a nice setting to enjoy one of the surrounding outdoor restaurants in the Piazza.

The Fountain of Artemis is a beautiful landmark located in Piazza Archimede. Built in 1907 by sculptor Giulio Moschetti, it is a modern monument that depicts the goddess Artemis surrounded by mythological figures. Although not ancient, it adds great charm to the square and is an impressive tribute to Syracuse’s cultural heritage. A must-see when exploring the island’s historic center.

Large and impressive. Exclusive restaurants in the circle with a generous view of the Fountain We had a rainy evening which added to the appeal of the romantic scenery. A movie screen in real life. Recommend it to all.

Gorgeous plaza. Fountain is photogenic, if aged. Eat outside at a cafe and while away the time.

Many tourist but not busy in the evenings - lovely to sit in one of the cafes around this gorgeous fountain.

The Diana fountain is located in Piazza Archimede in Ortigia, Syracuse. It was built in ten months, totally in reinforced concrete, in 1906, by the sculptor Giulio Moschetti (the same who sculpted the Proserpina Fountain in Catania with great success), with the collaboration of his son Mario.The Park authorities have suggested that the figure is of Arethusa , one of the Nereids, who herself was transformed by Artemis (i.e. Diana to the Romans) into a fountain. Their attribution is based on a Parliamentary inventory of the mid-17th Century.The design aims to reflect Diana's life, water flows from the highest point in two directions as it cascades, swirls and bubbles before meeting in a calm pool at the bottom. The water is constantly being refreshed and is drawn from London's water table. The Memorial also symbolises Diana's quality and openness. Every corner of this city is picturesque and steeped in history. Its ancient streets, impressive architecture. A symbol of artistic excellence and cultural richness. Many tourists go and take photos and just sit and enjoy a cuppicino of coffee. The Fountain of Diane is a must visit. The piazza is the perfect place to sit.There's a bench or two if you don't want to spend money. There is shade in the square too.

Syracuse: A Destination Full of History and Charm 🍋💚 I had the opportunity to visit Syracuse, and I can’t recommend it enough as an unforgettable destination. Every corner of this city is picturesque and steeped in history. Its ancient streets, impressive architecture, and the sea surrounding it create a magical atmosphere where every step takes you back in time. The experience was even more special thanks to the warmth of its people, always kind and eager to share their culture. The food, meanwhile, was an absolute delight: fresh, traditional flavors that reflect the region's rich culinary heritage. One of the most special moments was exploring Syracuse in an Ape Calessino, a small iconic vehicle that blends charm and comfort. Touring the city this way allowed me to enjoy every corner at a leisurely pace, admiring the landscapes and the unique atmosphere Syracuse offers. Without a doubt, Syracuse is a place where history, beauty, and great food come together. A destination that invites you to get lost in its streets, enjoy its people, and create memories that last a lifetime.

Beautiful place with sweet water coming underneath the sea from the mountains. Full of fish and geese and ducks. Seems to be the only place where papyrus (paper reed) plant still grows in Europe. Too bad it’s not well maintained by the authorities, seems to be pretty dirt, maybe because it’s off season(April).

You can see papyrus here—it used to be a water source for ancient Syracuse. Papyrus is the plant ancient Egyptians used to make early paper. They’d cut the stalks, press them together, and dry them to write on. Fun fact: that’s where the word “paper” comes from.

Freshwater spring almost in the sea which was once the main water source in ortigia. It is a little worse for wear at the moment and sadly the first animal i spotted was a rat swimming across. It's also home to various birds and amphibians

Basically a pond with some fish and ducks. Don't waste your time unless you are nearby at the seafront. It is not worth a special visit. No tickets needed.

Presenting Mrs. Ashley Tirzah Moon & Mrs. Guidance River Moon 👰🏻‍♀️💍👰🏿‍♀️💕🔔💒🇮🇹🌈 We are so excited to share our Italian wedding with y'all. This day was simply magical in every single way. I am so blessed to have the honor of marrying my soul mate in such a beautiful and romantic place; in front of my professors and classmates. I am so grateful to all of the people that made our day breathtakingly special from start to finish. We began our nuptuals with an intimate prayer in front of the Cathedral, just between me and my bride. After the ceremony in front of the cathedral we exchanged vows and joined our souls with a beautiful water ceremony at Fonte Aretusa. Followed by a beautiful dinner overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Wedding #1 is complete, now to do it all over again in front of our friends and family in Santa Barbara in just a few days time! 🛐👰🏻‍♀️💍👰🏿‍♀️🔔🗓️ Absolutely amazing! Such a beautiful place to walk around and see the Mediterranean Sea and different birds. This was a cute little spot the directly into the walkway.

The Fountain of Arethusa is a place full of history and myth, beautifully set by the sea in Ortigia. According to Greek legend, the nymph Arethusa was transformed into this spring by the goddess Artemis, and the river Alpheus flows underground to unite with her waters. It’s especially remarkable because it contains fresh water despite being located right next to the sea. You can even see wild papyrus and other plants growing there, which adds to its charm. Worth a short visit if you’re nearby.

Beautiful spot, views across the marina and old town with many great restaurants close by.

This museum has such a great collection and such terrible presentation that it feels like you're suffering death by terra cotta. there is so much in there that could be interesting! Yet the texts are really long and hard to understand and there's just case after case of vases. It's also not super well handled thematically, you don't know how the exhibits fit together. Considering the quality of the items on display it's a real shame. Some parts are interesting but you have to work to find out what's interesting about them - the curators won't help you there. Badly in need of some updates in how these excellent pieces are presented. Most of the focus in the explanations is on where the stuff was found rather than what it was used for, how it was made, basically why it's of interest to somebody who's not an archaeologist.

Fascinating museum with many priceless antiquities and loads of history. It was easy to get around and hardly anyone there. We found it a little unkept but this didn’t take away from how wonderful the items on display were. Recommended for a visit.

The Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi in Syracuse is a must-visit for history lovers. It has a modern layout and an impressive collection of artifacts from prehistoric to Roman times, offering a fascinating look into Sicily’s ancient past.

They have a wide variety of staff ,really big numismatic collection and tons of info, it took me several hours and didn't have time enough to watch it all, can't give it 5 stars because in the upper floor some parts still lacked translation into english, other than that a must visit

The collection of ancient artifacts is excellent. However, the museum isn't that good at telling a story. You get dates and locations on pieces of ancient materials, but what do they mean? What was their context?

The collection is enormous and covers thousands of years of life in Sicily and deserves 5 stars. The prehistoric collection is unique and offered plenty of thought provoking items. But the decades old curation with its warehouse volume of exhibits and the bad state of the museum itself (dirt and dust, many lights were not working) made this a less than stellar visit. A temporary exhibition with Mycenaean artefacts from Greece was outstanding.

I came here as part of the eye-watering combo ticket price of €22 with the archeological park. The museum is massive in terms of how many artifacts it has, particularly in terms of rocks, prehistoric tools and pottery shards, moving into thousands and thousands of pottery and pottery pieces, tools, votives, some statues and statue bits, and much more. The beautiful sarcophagus on the first floor is worth a look. Photos allowed. I enjoyed reading many of the placards that describe everything from the ancient landscape of Sicily (ancient hippos and elephants here!) to the prehistory of each section of Sicily, to the founding of Syracuse and Ortigia, and Roman penetration. But yes it’s a very old-fashioned museum with many interactive displays not working and it’s obvious some displays are dusty and other cabinets not lit at all.

A clear highlight in this otherwise mismanaged park. Beautiful garden, quarry and caves. With the sunlight hitting the white stone giving it all an ethereal feel. The only things bringing this experience down is the addition of art that I think reduces the impact of this historical site, and the closed off paths.

Originally, it was a limestone quarry during ancient times, serving as the source of the city's construction material. Over the centuries, it evolved into a site with unique historical and natural significance. During the Roman period, it was repurposed as a place for prisoners, and later, during the Byzantine era, it transformed into a burial ground. In the Middle Ages, it became known as "Latomia del Paradiso," and in the Renaissance, it gained a more ornamental aspect. One of the most intriguing aspects of Latomia del Paradiso is the Ear of Dionysius, a cave with exceptional acoustic properties. According to legend, the tyrant Dionysius used it as a prison and eavesdropped on the conversations of his captives.

Must visit, beautiful place

The archaeological area of Syracuse is, in my opinion, not to be missed. I visited it with a guide who allowed me to learn about several aspects that I would not have noticed on my own

An amazing quarry now a sort of wild garden you can walk round while visiting the archeological site. Well worth the extra time and effort to descend down and just wander through. Cool and refreshing after the heat above.

LATOMIA DEL PARADISO Stone quarry and prison during the Greek period, later it was transformed into a garden, a "paradise " of lemon and orange 🍊 trees

Nice place to visit. Part of multiple archeological sites.

My family loved this beach. DEFINITELY bring water shoes. We had a blast swimming to the rocks that are just located past the beach, which is about 20 -25 feet away. The beach area is great for little kids , no waves to push you down and shallow. We recommend bringing goggles to go snorkeling. The water is very clear and has tons of fish, non that are too big and will scare you. We felt very safe here. For lunch run up and get the fish and chips from the local restaurant located right before hitting the main road.

We came for a quick dip in the water. It was slightly busy, but was still able to accommodate us (2 people). Note there’s no trash cans so I recommend bringing a bag.

Nice little pebble beach to chill and watch people. There are 3 working shower and some space to sunbathe or hide under the shade of the wall. The water is clear and there are small fish swimming around. If you cross over the rocks, you can swim with the sea current like a tuna :) Would recommend a pair of water shoes as it can be painful to walk into the water.

I love this little beach in centre of town- rocky so sandals will be useful - shower and piece of sand

Not a lot of room and the "beach" is rocky and hard to get to. It can get crowded since it's so small.

Clean, small, relaxing. There is no sand. Lots of rocks. Wear shoes

There is not much space, but it is cozy nonetheless. There was no place to lie down, we just put our stuff down. We snorkeled beyond the rocks, there were fish, crabs and we saw a fireworm, it was exciting.

02/10/2023 Pleasant walk along the sea side.

(Translated by Google) It is located on the western side of Ortygia, overlooking the Grand Harbour. The Alfeo promenade connects the Fountain of Arethusa to the Maniace Castle, with a pedestrian promenade lined with restaurants and bars. Along the way, you'll find the fountain basin, a symbol linked to the myth of Arethusa and Alpheus, and ruins such as the ancient underground washhouse. It's one of the best spots to watch the sunset over the sea of ​​Syracuse, when the light reflects off the walls and the water of the harbor. A short but characteristic stretch, ideal for understanding the relationship between the city and its sea. (Original) Si trova sul lato occidentale di Ortigia, affacciato sul Porto Grande. Il lungomare Alfeo collega la Fonte Aretusa al Castello Maniace, con una passeggiata pedonale fiancheggiata da ristoranti e locali. Lungo il percorso si incontrano il bacino della fonte, simbolo legato al mito di Aretusa e Alfeo, e resti come l’antico lavatoio ipogeo. È uno dei punti migliori per osservare il tramonto sul mare di Siracusa, quando la luce si riflette sulle mura e sull’acqua del porto. Un tratto breve ma caratteristico, ideale per capire il rapporto tra la città e il suo mare.

(Translated by Google) A nice place with a lot of bars, pubs and restaurants, especially on the section from the springs of Aretuza to the entrance to the castle. No matter which place you choose, each of them offers a beautiful view of the sea. The cool atmosphere of this place encourages you to spend at least a few moments here. (Original) Fajne miejsce z dużą ilością barów, knajpek i restauracji, szczegilnie na odcinku o źródła Aretuzy do wejścia do zamku. Nieważne który lokal wybierzesz, każdy z nich zapewnia piękny widok na morze. Fajny klimat tego miejsca zachęca do spędzenia tu choć kilku chwil.

(Translated by Google) Wonderful scenic walk, especially at sunset. (Original) Passeggiata panoramica meravigliosa, soprattutto al tramonto.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful and evocative seafront in the historic part of the island of Ortigia. Pedestrian only area and very quiet. Characterized by several places where you can eat good fish or drink a good cocktail while watching the warm and fantastic atmosphere of the sunset. Very popular for walking, by tourists, but also by locals. (Original) Bellissimo e suggestivo lungomare nella parte storica dell'isola di Ortigia. Zona solo pedonale e molto tranquilla. Caratterizzata da diversi locali dove si può mangiare del buon pesce o bere un buon cocktail mentre si osserva l'atmosfera calda e fantastica del tramonto. Molto gettonato, per il passeggio, da turisti, ma anche da gente del luogo.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful seafront overlooking the crystal clear water of Syracuse, full of bars and restaurants with breathtaking views (Original) Bellissimo lungomare che si affaccia sulle acqua cristalline di Siracusa, pieno di bar e ristoranti con una vista mozzafiato

(Translated by Google) Beautiful seafront full of places with tables overlooking the sea. Often very crowded. Not to be missed at sunset. (Original) Bellissimo lungomare pieno di locali con tavoli sul mare. Spesso molto affollato. Da non perdere al tramonto.

Very interesting history to this place, had much fun walking around and exploring all the beautiful statues. Many people came and it was very busy, also the parking didn’t reall exist and we parked at the side of the road and walked to the front door. But overall it was worth the visit :)

Unfortunately (when i visited), most of the ancient theatre was covered over by modern wooden benches and a stage which is such a pity! You could not even go down into the orchestra area. The views are great and there is a nice ancient fountain at the top. It's just disappointing that you can not see most of the ancient theatre, hence the average 3 star review. However, it is still worth a look if you're in the Neapolis archaeological park, which has loads of other great stuff.

Beautiful site near the heart is the city in then archaeological park. If you have time to stop in, this is totally worth the trip. Lots of other Art installations to see and excellent descriptions of each piece.

Amazing place. The art work installation of sculptures was amazing. The information about specific areas of the site was absent. The book shop was closed and so we learnt less than we could have done. My advice is to purchase/ research before you go.

Beautiful, historic place. Amazing how long it stayed in shape. Highly recommend everyone to visit.

One of the most impressive ancient theaters you’ll ever visit! Carved into the rock with a view over the sea, the Greek Theater of Syracuse is full of history and charm. Originally built in the 5th century BCE, it once hosted Greek tragedies by Aeschylus and later Roman spectacles. The acoustics are incredible, and if you’re lucky, you can still catch a live performance in the summer. A must-see if you’re in Sicily!

Stunning place! You can walk through it! In the middle of the hills, so quiet, just the wind. Open view to the sea.

Originally, this place was not on my itinerary while visiting the area. I'm incredibly glad plans changed because WOW is this place cool. I'm a guy who loves caves and natural wonder so this place was amazing. The ticket is a tad pricey at €17 but it was worth it. The ruins and the statues were unforgettable. That and the giant head in the main cave... Nothing can replace that uncanny feeling of seeing its gigantic scale for the first time after your eyes adjust. So recommend.

Very unique and interesting place, that was once a sort of 'special effect' machine for a nearby amphitheatre during the ancient times. It was built to resemble inside of a human's ear, with according acoustics and a special echo effect. Would recommend, definitely worth visiting (even if it's a little too touristy and crowded for my taste).

The Ear of Dionysius is one of the most fascinating monuments in Syracuse. This artificial cave, carved out of limestone in ancient times, was later associated with the tyrant Dionysius I. According to tradition, he used its unique acoustics to eavesdrop on prisoners, as even the faintest whispers could be heard clearly due to the cave’s shape. Whether legend or history, the site showcases both the ingenuity of ancient quarrying techniques and the myths that grew around them. A must-see for anyone interested in history and archaeology.

I recommend visiting this park! It is incredibly beautiful.

Very neat to see something I learned about in school ages ago. Our guide left a lot to be desired, but we still enjoyed the visit.

All part of the national pak in Syracuse. Was so cool. Literally we were able to get out of the heat and into the cave for a few minutes 😅 overall was my favorite part of the day.

A very special experience, that’s spooky and awe inspiring. The horrific history of this place is somewhat overturned or at least acknowledged in opening it to the public and creating a space that’s more playful and learned rather than one of suffering. Would be nice to actually have some more history about it rather than mostly having the information about the more modern sculpture inside. The acoustics of the place are amazing, but it’s unclear if that was the intention of the Greeks and the cave in is some what responsible for doing that.

Stumbled on this little gem by accident walking back to my accommodation on a quiet weeknight. The staff were amazing, so patient and helpful. My meal (as recommended by the staff) was delicious and the chilled rosato equally so. Had I not been leaving Syracuse the following day, I would definitely have returned.

A small restaurant off the main streets offering superb service and tasty food. The owner is so friendly and helpful on choices. We discovered a new white wine which was delicious and went so well with our seafood dishes. I would certainly visit again for the food, service and just lovely relaxed vibe.

Excellent food, some of the best we have had in Sicily. Wait staff was very good, food was super fresh!! Definitely a spot to hit while in Ortigia!!

Food: could be better the open lasagne was missing some salt (even with the added parmigiano, the tomato sauce was a bit blend), otherwise it was very good combination and a nice idea. The swordfish was ok. And the potato and leek piure was a little bit disappointing. It wasn’t bad, but the texture was something else from what we thought it will be. So 3.8-4/5, but I would definitely come back to try some kore visionary food! The service was spotless, thank you very much! Easy 5/5. Atmosphere: well, we had a bunch of people there..smoking and having a pretty loud talk, but this was not the restaurant’s fault, the restaurant looked pretty. 5/5. Thank you!

I had a lovely time at the restaurant. The food was amazing 💘 my first Italian experience in a restaurant and it was the best choice I could have made. Not only for the food but also for the beauty of the place. The decoración was georgeous and made a better experience. Also Kiri and Sophie were so nice with me. If you are in Ortigia you have to visit Restroscena , I totally recommend it ✨

I really wanted to enjoy the food here as the staff were very cordial and professional. However, the food was just not good. Their website doesn’t have a menu and hard to find what they offer. The restaurant had a lot of good reviews so decided to blindly give it a go. Started with an appetizer, which was written as fried sardines over creamy potatoes. The sardines were overly dry and tasteless placed on top of lumpy, dry mashed potatoes. I choose one of the daily specialties as my main course only to have the wait staff come back to tell me they no longer had that dish available. It was lobster with pasta. It was less than 2 hours after they opened and it was not busy at all, 6 other people in the restaurant. I had to look back over the menu to make another choice. I don’t eat meat, si it was a hard choice with such a limited merit. I decided on spaghetti with frutti di mare. The seafood was small pieces of chewy, overcooked seafood. The sauce had no flavor other than the hot pepper flakes on it. Pictures are when the dish arrived and when it was returned barely touched. The bread was very good, fresh and warm, basically what I ate for dinner

This was our favorite meal of our entire honeymoon! The service was phenomenal and they treated you like family. My ravioli was delicious and my husband greatly enjoyed the seafood risotto. We were treated to complimentary lemon sorbet and limoncello shots. We truly felt celebrated and loved. 11/10 recommend trying this restaurant. If we are ever in Sicily again, we will definitely be back!

Beautiful modern design for a basilica which can also be seen from afar. We visited especially to see the la Madonna delle lacrime. It’s well worth a visit beautiful.

Stunning Basilica in the heart of Modern Syracuse built in the 50s in quite a Soviet brutalism style. Really worth seeing quite beautiful in it's own way.

Beautiful sanctuary close to Corso Gelone: the bus stop is 5 minutes walk.There are several entrances to the top church: from any entrance you see the main altar in white marble having the Mother Mary who shed tears below Christ crucified.the dome is spectacular and all around there are several chapels: Saying Lucie, Padre Pio, Saint John Paul, etc. On One side you will find find a chapel where to see a movie telling the story of Our Lady of tears and another chapel photographic copy of the Holy Shroud.The main chapel is on the left of the white altar: there you can attend daily masses.In front of the altar there is admin office where you can buy several items.Clise to it confessionals: I advice to call that priests are available and if in the morning or afternoon or both.the church below is the Cripta...where the crystallized tears of Mother Mary are saved: it is not always open.In the ground floor also the museum.

We had an outstanding view of the Basilica from 5 floors up in our hotel room. During the day, in the sunlight the modern and quite striking architecture immediately made me think of a rocket or futuristic circus tent. In the darkness this illusion was multiplied with the neon lighting following the grooves in the concrete to the Gold sculpture on the top. On day 2 I took a walk around the perimeter pavements and though the structure looked in excellent shape, some of the windows were cracked and any small doors were in need of repair or paint and there was a lot of litter in the longer grass and bushes. The interior was well lit and has many small shrine areas all around in their own alcoves. The interior is also very angular and sort of sci-fi like a 70s cultist movie set. A very unusual place that is in utter juxtaposition to almost every other religious site I have visited in Italy. Absolutely worth a visit.

For fans of great architecture - especially brutalist - this is one to witness in person. I was especially taken aback of the experience of going inside. A very moving day.

A combination of unique atmosphere and architecture. It's worth seeing.

One of the most incredible basilica's I have seen to date (and that includes Rome)! It is a newer style basilica and an architectural beauty if you love buildings and designs. The church is roughly 100m tall and can sit up to 6,000 people. There are multiple altars to pray to different Saints and the sound echos all around the interior. It is also a beautiful building from the outside and one to add to the list of places to visit while in Siracusa.

One of the best restaurants in Siracusa for many years We are looking forward eating there every time we are in Sicily. High quality food, excellent wine, outstanding service! It’s 100 % recommended must have experience!

Excellent place to eat fresh fish and seafood. Would just add a tiny little bit less salt. Thanks for a great experience! And really good wine, probably the cheapest on the menu, recommended by the waiter who I believe is the owner. 🐠🐠

One of the freshest fish and seafood we have ever tasted in restaurants, both in Greece and abroad. The dishes were cooked (or, in raw plates, prepared) in such a way that highlighted the freshness and flavor of the ingredients. The restaurant manager was extremely polite, served us willingly even though we arrived late, at a time when their kitchen had just closed, and was very explanatory about everything. The service was excellent, fast, and very polite. It is definitely worth the money and is a place we will surely visit again, if we return to Syracuse. It was the perfect closure to our trip to Sicily, and we thank them all very much!

Excellent sea food! Carbonara di Mare and the bruschetta with anchovies and burata was an absolute dream! 😍

One of the best restaurants in Sicily！ Everything is fait-maison and fresh ( the broth, the fish and the veggies etc.) Good advice for local wines. Last point - lovely decoration and ceramic pieces on the table.

This is, without a doubt my favorite restaurant. Not only in Sicily, but in Europe. The combination of taste, friendlyness and character is what it makes it so special. The location, too. You sit on the charming market of Ortigia. Another plus: it is rather small - so the output of the small open kitchen is plausible. First time here, we came round lunchtime without Reservation. They made room for us and the feast began: ceviche, tartar and fritti di Mare - all perfect and delicious! A true seafood treat! On repeated ocasions I ate the monk fish ragout and grilled whole fish and tartare again and again. Wine: Two of their wine suggestions became highlight of my personal wine cellar, both are Grillo (which, of course go well with fish). And both come with a recall of Ortigia market even if I am 1000 miles away. La Lisca is magic to me.

Would I move my entire family and all my belongings to Sicily just to eat at this restaurant more often!? Absolutely! Do you know the feeling of falling asleep in between fresh clean sheets? Getting into a warm bath on a cold winters day? Or that uncle who's been telling you conspiracy theory's all day finally leaving after Christmas dinner!? That's what it's like taking your first bite of the amazing sea food this place offers you. Forget the day you met the love of your life, forget the day your kids where born, just forget about your children completely anyway, because can you eat children? A judge told you can't. But can you eat fish? My insurance says I can! This fish is so fresh it arrives at your table on the boat it was caught on. And yes that is unpractical, and yes it's indeed hard to parallel park a ship... but all of that creates a culinary moment you'll cherish for the rest of your life. Oh and great service btw!

A really peaceful part of Syracuse that almost feels abandoned until you go into the main entrance and you meet the lovely staff in a breezy modern area. The tours last around 40 minutes and you’re only allowed to take picture of the places at ground and above ground level, so if you’re going with the intention to take picture of the catacomb you won’t be allowed. It’s a very impressive, spooky and engaging place with vast history from the ancient Greeks to world war 2 bomb shelter use. Tour guide was helpful but it would be nice to be able to wonder by yourself a bit so it feels more relaxed, but otherwise there is no fault. Thank you

Short (30 minute) englishish tour. A bit expensive but good to understand catacombs this way - by circling around the plan with informative commentary by Lorenzo. He was the most beautiful tour guide! Grazie.

The Catacombs of San Giovanni in Syracuse offer a well-organized guided tour in English and Italian, complete with safety helmets, and for an additional fee, a VR viewer enhances the tour with immersive reconstructions of the ancient spaces—well worth the upgrade. Due to uneven ground and stairs, the site is not suitable for those with mobility issues. Book tickets in advance and arrive early, as this popular attraction fills quickly. A unique and immersive glimpse into early Christian history in Sicily.

Must see!!! Enormous catacombs, never seen anything like it. Fantastic. Don't miss the VR trip part at the end of the tour.

Very cool experience! The tour was well done and clearly explained in both English and Italian. The highlight was definitely seeing the catacombs but also the virtual tour with the Oculus headset at the end — such a fun and immersive way to bring the history to life!

Accurate and detailed virtual tour followed by very exciting actual tour. Must visit while in Syracuse. Worth every cent. Please honor the sanctity of the place and DO NOT TAKE PICTURES while inside.

Great tour that goes frequently in both English and Italian. Very interesting and worth it! Currently €12 as includes a virtual reality experience (which is actually quite good).

Two English people on holiday - this was our first dinner out and was absolutely lovely. Service was amazing (I don’t know the ladies name but she was so sweet and funny)! The bruschetta starter is a must have:) We had starters, two mains each, and alcoholic drinks and water each and it came to €70! Amazing value for money. Thank you for the lovely meal <3

Regular Italian food. Correct service.

Me and my partner ordered few days ago seafood pasta from there which was quite delicious! Driven by the good experience, we went to the restaurant today and really wanted something different from seafood as we’ve been eating pizza and pasta nonstop - so we ordered steak. Unfortunately, it was really disappointing. The steak was probably precooked as it was overcooked, dry and tasteless. Furthermore, we were not asked how we would like our meat to be cooked. Really recommend removing the steak from the menu.

We just came here for drinks, and they still gave us food anyway!.. the staff was wonderful. Nice little restaurant.

Thank you very much for your kindness, quality of service, delicious food and the lovely terrace. I highly recommand this place !

Always open! Came here before 6am and late at night! Delicious cappuccinos and prosciutto/olive/cheese platter

First time in June we've got just huge canoli and local Minchia beer. Both are far beyond the usual expectations. Today we stopped for proper lunch. EXCELLENT. Entree from absolutely fresh fish, calamari, octopuses and shrimps - so gentle and natural, that we did not need for main, but once main arrived - ihhhaaa... The perfect combination of natural starch in linguini and perfect timing for al dente, mixed with natural butter in the clams souce and just tomatoes without a drop of tomato paste - combination of the senses and tastes is far beyond what I ever had around the world. Definitely will back. While we were buying canoli to go, we were treated for free by the ricotta cakes and local speciality white liquor (did not catch the name), but very full of taste and heritage. Hospitality is far far beyond the usual welcome. Definitely recommended place to back once and again...

This is part of a larger complex that charges 17 euro pp for entry. This amptheater was getting the lawn cut, so I have the workers in my pictures. There was another amptheater in the complex that was larger and more for theatrical performances, but it was covered over in modern bleachers due to a recent special event. (They were in the process of tearing them down, so that was closed to the public.) Many of the other exhibits and areas were roped off as well. I do think it's a worthwhile place to visit, but I feel ripped off for the price charged. I should also note that most of the bronzes and statues were not ancient... most were done within the last 20 years.

The Roman Amphitheatre (and the Greek Theatre on the same archaeological site) presents significant remains to allow the imagination to journey back to a different era. Sadly the information and directions around the site do not do justice to the archaeology on display. There are modern sculptures on display which have clear information boards, why do the ruins and remains deserve any less? Signposting around the site is confusing and inconsistent (location 3 being both the Roman Amphitheatre and the Ear of Dionysus).

Incredible ruins spread over a large area. Sculptures on display added to the whole experience. Internal signposting and signposts in Siracusa are very poor.

There's alot of interesting things to see within the complex which saves the rating, unfortunately there's a lack of information and little sense of story which is a shame, also alot of the areas were closed off during our visit. The layout of the park itself is a little confusing with multiple areas, entrances, and box offices. The QR codes to the online map didn't work either. Make sure to get one of the local bases from the city centre.

Nicest part of this side of Syracuse. It's like entering a different world: you go from extremely dirty and trash-filled streets to a suddenly clean, manicured, and well taken care of space. Ticket office is in a completely different place than the entry, though, which is very odd. Otherwise, highly recommend.

Don't wanna spoil you guys too much. But definitely a must see. It's not pricey for a small park and the ear is really not what you will expect in a very good way. Try high pitch sounds

Interesting place. I would sign any petition so that the Mitoraj exhibition could stay there forever. Upadły anioł - don poldon

The church is nice and of course the Caravaggio on the main altar. But cannot be approached closer, you can only observe from a distance and if the sunlight is not in your favor, you won't see much. The tomb is not too impressive, except the statue. The actual body of Santa Lucia is in Venice and this is a place of her martyrdom. The square with the park itself is an adventurous place with all sorts of weird or annoying people (beggars, drunks).Not dangerous but the church would fit better in Ortigia old town, this is a modern district.

Church has the Caravaggio. If you’re in the area you need to pop in! We got there from the hop on hop off bus route. There’s a great mural of the painting on the flats next to the church just as a bonus. Don’t need tickets. Free admission.

What a beautiful chapel and stunning Caravaggio. Take a Euro coin with you. You'll need it to pay to see the painting lit up.

Wonderful church. We got there about an hour before their siesta time which I think was 12:45. If you miss that cutoff, you have to wait until they reopen at 3pm. Bring some Euro change with you as there is a pay-per-light timer that lights up the Caravaggio (one of about 4 paintings in Sicily). We did not have change so we had to wait until someone lit it. The church staff are so friendly and passionate about the church. A pleasure to talk to them. We also did the catacombs of St Lucy and that was quite the interesting tour. Definitely a must do along with the church.

The building itself is interesting, but the true gem is the only Caravaggio painting in Sicily. It’s in dark, but to the left of the altar you have a machine which can illuminate the painting - 4 minutes for 1 euro. It worths every penny. Don’t miss near by tomb of Santa Lucia

Beautiful church with the opportunity to get up close to a Caravaggio painting. Which costs only 1€ to light up for 4 minutes.

Came to see the Carravagio painting. My advice come in the morning or noon for better lighting as the west side opposite the altar/painting has a large window.

Cold cold cold air conditioning!!! Oh and the art is lovely. I really liked the 3 antique carriages and the many sarcophagi. We entered on Sunday morning so it was FREE! The palace has been restored but does not have any frescoes or furnishings. This was definitely worth our while to escape the heat and see some interesting religious art.

Overpriced museum for what it is, with essentially only Antonello da Messina's Annunciation worth seeing - understandably empty. Perhaps if it wasn't such a rip off it would have more visitors. Also, single toilet with no paper nor soap - for that price the visitor experience could definitely be improved. A real shame.

Super nicely done exhibition of local art, mostly religious combining everything from the medieval ones to the contemporary. We got lucky with a special temporary exhibition of costumes from the opera house in Milan.

Beautiful museum, 8€ per person! Quite small but worth a visit!

Worth it to see Antonino de Messina's Annunciation

Reduced hours .. closes at mid day all this week .. no notification except on the door when I arrived

A great building housing a collection of weird and wonderful things.

Good location and ok panini but why would you be so unfriendly? If you don’t want to help the customer, then don’t be open. You sell panini, beers, wine and other drinks, you have a terrace, but when asking for a coffee or using the bathroom you get a grumpy “we are not a bar, we are a mini market”.

Lovely bar, overlooking the sea. Friendly staff and good value

So pleased that this is just two minutes away from our apartment. A great little place. Sandwiches made to order. There is a often a queue but it's worth it. The bread fresh and fillings freshly sliced. Good prices. For example we had two large sandwiches and two 660ml bottles of beer for 11 euros.

Friendly & convenient. Nice aperol after the beach

Incredible location, great service with lovely waiter who is the son of the owner. Wine was actually amazing considering it’s technically a ‘shop’! Loved it

Incredible spot for a beer and Sandwich. Great friendly owners who provide outstanding local produce at prices that mean you just have to come back for more.

Cosy salumeria to buy a cheap sandwich, right at the little beach on Ortigia. They have cold beers as well.

We celebrated my friends bachelorette here: the view is amazing. Great music. Very friendly service. The food is absolutely delicious! We had a mixture of sushi and Italian and it was divine. The cocktails are top quality especially pornstar martini. It is fun but also very romantic. Really recommend !

Lovely vibe and view, great sunset! Nice cocktails and decent food but what really lets it down is the service. Not attentive at all, spent a while trying to get servers attention. Sometimes we placed orders and then they never came

It's billed as a small plates restaurant, but between 7 and 9 pm most people, like us, we having drinks and watching the sun go down. They do excellent cocktails. I can recommend their dirty martini. At €12-14 per cocktail, they're not cheap, but they're worth it, especially with the amazing view. It probably helps to book, although we went twice in the space of 3 days in August 2024 without booking and got good seats.

Amazing sunset view and delicious sushi with tempura prawn and kataifi! Beautiful atmosphere!

The terrace might be the only redeeming feature of this place: yes, it has a nice view, and that’s about where the positives end. The food itself is pretty average, nothing that justifies the steep prices. What really ruins the experience, though, is the service: unbelievably slow and downright unfriendly. It felt like the staff couldn’t care less if we were there or not. Honestly, Syracuse has plenty of better options where you’ll get both good food and people who actually make you feel welcome. Wouldn’t go back.

Our first meal in Ortigia booked email confirmation too. When arrived Male staff making cocktail frowned with distain questioned my integrity. Excuse me my name is and email confirmed. Bad start 😬🫣Got worse escorted to table waited 15mins no 30mins for drinks 🫣😬 shocking we were starving. As Pro DJ enjoyed music ambiance on point. Food in end ok not spectacular. Met owner who apologised gave me his card. All IG posts I saw with him proud I chose for our last meal but like all restaurants I have been service is shocking with high prices they do no meet value for money only 2 been too. Service and first impression all in Sicily is shocking..

The most beautiful view - great at sunset. The vibe of the place was luxurious and chill. Nice background music which wasn’t too loud. Drinks were good. Didn’t try any of the food, however it looked delicious! Expect to pay a little more than average here but it’s well worth the cost! Highly recommend this place !

Host wasn’t particularly effusive upon entry but bar/sunbed staff were friendly and spoke English. Two swimming spot options with stair access and lovely view of the sea. Enjoyed our half day here. Peak season prices: 9am-2pm or 2-7pm - €20 upstairs/€25 downstairs for two beds All day - €30 upstairs/€35 downstairs for two beds

A bit on the pricier side (we paid 20 euro for half a day on the upper deck - 2 sun loungers with umbrella), but a great spot if you want to enjoy the sea while in Ortigia. Staff speaks English and there is a restaurant/bar for beverages, granita, panini and salads.

We had to make a reservation 1 day prior! Probably the only swimming opportunity in whole Ortigia. It is basically a sea swimming pool - a platform built on a rocky surface. Two swimming spots among rocks of different shapes and sizes, a nice view of the ocean but you cannot swim into the open sea. We paid 20 EUR for two beds without an umbrella for a halfday (2-7 p.m.). The drinks were good (7 EUR per drink).

The only sea establishment in the area. Certainly not cheap but classy. I recommend it if you have only a half day for a quick bath. Otherwise the beaches outside siracusa are a better choice. The sea here is not too deep with some rocks which can be dangerous if you don’t pay attention. I recommend Aqua shoes although some people dived without. Small dogs allowed.

Please just update your Google info that you are closed for the season, you could also avoid frustration by closing the upper door, installing a readable sign in two languages and have friendly staff members explain why this is the case. OR everyone would be happy to enjoy your deck also beyond the busy main season. Your choice.

Not only bad customer service but downright rude! This is a nice place but managed by people who dislike tourists, make fun of their customers thinking they do not undestrand Italian while all along speaking pitiful English. Total rip off anyway, I would totally boycott.

Fantastic location, awful customer service, total rudeness, doubts on food quality. If differently managed, it would be the pearl of Ortigia, this way it is kind of shame.

Impressive remains of the past, well prezerved today, even it is not much. You can visit it by paying 16,5 euro, but you will find no historical refferences about it inside the Park. Wich means you do your homework before, reading about it, or pay extra to hire a audioguide or a local guide. There are no curators in this superb site, you will not receive even a cheap map for your money.

The oldest sing of the antic world

Didn’t get to see the park as we were harassed by some guy pretending to be a parking attendant and demanding money. When I asked for ID he refused and pointed to his t-shirt. When I tried looking up this name he became aggressive and came into my personal space. He walked away and I took a picture of him. He came back demanding I delete the photo and tried to take my phone off me. He then became more aggressive and threatening. As soon as I started saying let’s call the police he said free parking and walked away. Needless to say this wasn’t a pleasant experience and put us off going to the park incase our car was damaged on our return. The city should do something about these scams as it doesn’t give a good lasting impression of Siracusa.

An impressive monument, the largest altar of it's time. Although it is not in so good a state now one can still get a good impression of what it must have been like in ancient times.

I wish this altar had been better preserved . It would really look so majestic. This huge altar dedicated by the Greek Tyrrant Hiero to Zeus , once hosted a sacrifice of 400 bulls.

Amazingly big, eclipsing the large altar in the Valley of the Temples outside Agrigento.

No information availble in the park itself, a lot of Signs talking about plants. I think the focus should be the ruins. Without background information these are just rocks.

It is worth the price (8 EUR) and includes free audio guide in multiple languages and a glas of sparkling wine. Stuff is friendly and informative. Go and visit 😉🤓

When we first stumbled across Palazzo Borgia del Casale as a weekday visitor, we were pretty blown away. It’s architecturally beautiful, historical, open late, and a great way to view the Piazza Duomo from above! Definitely a must-visit for Ortigia. When we decided to get married in Siracusa, we knew we wanted to incorporate the Palazzo in some fashion. We reached out to see if we could use it as a venue to get ready in on the day of the wedding and were immediately accommodated. The team that runs the Palazzo were extremely kind, communicative, and gracious to us in facilitating this request. Stephanie, in particular, made us feel so relaxed and at home on the day. She’s a star! And the photos turned out incredible. We highly recommend the Palazzo to anyone else getting married, hosting an event, or simply wondering around Ortigia!

The most beautiful place in Ortigia. The photos are amazing, the glass of proseco will waiting for you.. in some moment i was the only person inside, very peaseful.

While the exhibit was an eye opener to the Borgia life, we find it expensive for the quality of the exhibit and the cheap prosecco we had at the end of the tour.

The audio guide was a bit boring and there are a few exceptionally beautiful rooms, but much of the original palazzo was later renovated, so there isn't a great deal to see.

Small flat but awesome to behold! Added extra treat of a glass of wine at the end! A real hidden little gem

We loved it. It totally worth it. We got free champagne in the mirror room

It may not good for family as the wave is a bit strong sometime and rocks can be found everywhere. Suggested to wear water shoes . But the view is stunning . The water was so clear and many fish and little crabs too. Prefect free place ! Bring ur own towel !

Absolutely beautiful! I am from Louisiana originally but I am studying with Santa Barbara City College in California period me and the other students are here in Sicily for a study abroad trip period this was my first time ever seen such a beautiful area period I hope you enjoy my photos and videos feel free to follow me on social media! Just search Guidance Moon 🌝

I thought the view was epic! I even took some time for myself to meditate. Easy access with metal stairs, not practical for pushchairs/prams. Its a rock, so extremely careful when walking around (especially if with children). Free. No WC. From there you can see the Castello Maniace, I went for sunset & wasn't disapointed. Solarium for sun-lounging with access to the sea for a swim.

Nice place to go swimming 🥰

It was windy. Good place for a 5-30 min rest.

In this Forte there is a platform beach that is good. There is also a rock where you can sit and take the sun. It is a really nice place to hang out with friends as well.

Nice to see, but quite basic. It is basically just the wall of the fort and you can walk on top of it. No tickets required, but you can see up and down the coast

We went there for dinner and it was very nice. I had a really great time to see the sunset. The service was very friendly and very nice. The food was good. The menu card was also amazing overall it was very delicious there. The music was great as well because there was a DJ there. Vibes were really cool

Great food and service! The breaded anchovies were delicious. We had octopus Luciano, which was only the second time I've ever had it prepared properly out of a hundred! The mussels risotto was perfect as well, the chef knows what they're doing👍. Wait staff was friendly and attentive. Price was not bad for being closest restaraunt to the beach! Only bad part of experience was the rude cashier acting like how dare I try to pay my bill.

Great view and lovely sunset. We went there to have a drink before dinner and it was a grear experience. You can watch perfect sunset at this restaurant. They serve dinner as well but we preferred for a drink. I highly recommend this place for a drink

Thought this looked like a nice spot to get a cold drink & for my partner to get a coffee this morning, by the water with shaded tables and plenty of space available (only two tables of two occupied, see photo). We were told there were no tables available in the shade, only in the sun. My partner told them I'm 7 months pregnant (and very obviously so!) & that I really couldn't sit in the baking sun, please could we just get some drinks in the shade, to which the member of staff spoke to another member who said "no tables in the shade available" ...so we left. Probably would have ended up staying for lunch if it'd been good for drinks, nice one guys 👏🏼

This is by far the best place to see the sunset in Ortigia. Sit along the water and watch the fish at the same time. The name is misleading though. This is a restaurant with fresh fish and good Aperol bar, with a sundeck to the side. Cool vibe with live DJ.

What a relaxing place Easy music Some staff are great and attentive Others not at all unfortunately Drinks are delicious Free snacks with drinks As to be expected at any beach club they are one or two euros more than most other places But we'll worth it Get a towel as part of your sun lounger fee Some sun loungers have padded cushions others don't The padded ones are divinely comfortable and no extra cost A net below the head bit of sunlounger for your belongings Different seats around bar and restaurant Less than 2 minutes to walk to the see for a dip This is outside the club but by steps The "beach" is miniscule, stoney and a little littered But the wooden steps that lead to the beach are fine despite looking precarious and you're only stepping on the tiny beach for a few steps then in the water Views are great The sunset was lush Great photo opportunities €30 a lounger I arrived just around 11am and was reduced to €25 They walk you to a lounger, don't be shy and make sure you get one you want, they are very helpful Only thing missing, no steps direct into the sea This would be amazing

The food is great. The location is impressive. But the management is not flexible adjusting for “rain checks”.

It probably would have been a beautiful historic site to visit. I was really looking forward to seeing the Mikwe. However, the tour guide told me that payment was only possible in cash and with the exact amount. Unfortunately, there was no option to get change or pay by card.

The guide was elaborate and had a thorough understanding of Jewish history in Siracusa and Sicily. Amazing that this place got rediscovered and is being preserved now! The guide explained to me that a lot of Jewish people come here, because this is one of the very few places in Sicily where you can find evidence of the existence of the historical Jewish community on the island.

Sacred and special place. I had no idea this was the oldest and largest Jewish bath in Europe. The history was fascinating, I learned so much from the guide, and I am so glad I did this tour today. If you appreciate sacred or religious places, or are of Jewish descent, I recommend visiting. Other notes: tours start each half hour and last 25 minutes. I think it was about 6 Euro, give or take.

Might be a nice place.. but the lady at the entrance seems to do every effort to not attract tourists. First was shoed away by telling me I can only enter at specific times (without offering to buy a ticket), when I insisted was told only cash is possible. In 2025, when there are probably 100 different ways to pay using just a mobile phone... What a shame!

Worth to see. But much more interesting are the undergrounds in St. Filippo church. The trip is longer, cheaper and much more interesting than the short one here. You cannot make photos here unlike in the second place.

I can’t believe I’m giving 1 star to a special and incredible historical site, but the guide was so *so* mean that I feel it necessary to warn others and don’t have any other way. She clearly hates tourists and does nothing to pretend to hide it. The whole thing was a loud, rushed, passionless speech that she gave in literally 4 minutes. I had hoped to stay for a bit to have time to reflect in the space but she rushed us right back out, slamming doors and practically kicking us to the curb. I’m so disappointed in the experience.

These underground pools for purification are an interesting bit of Sicilian and Jewish history. Unfortunately our tour guide was a sour and rude woman who said the tour was in both Italian and English, then proceeded to talk in Italian for twenty minutes, then say three sentences in English. She rolled her eyes and sneered when we asked questions. Very fortunately, we met William at the desk on our way out. He was friendly and very knowledgeable about the facility and its history. He chatted with us for a good long while, happy to answer our questions. If you go, make sure you have William as your guide.

Had Gusto Gelateria on my places to try. It’s a tiny shop with only two tables outside. There were 15 gelato and four granite flavours. Scoops are 3,00€ to 3,50€. - Coppetta grande (3,50€) - mandarino and frangola. Tangerine had a touch of bitterness, strawberry was refreshing

It felt a bit cheap (in the negative sense); you pay one Euro extra for 'gourmet gelato' but they really tasted the same as or worse than the normal variants in other ice cream places. I took the nocciola, pistachio, and chocolate fondente, all in gourmet quality, but was sadly disappointed. All in all, there are better ice cream places just before the bridge to Ortigia.

This was the best gelato I had in Ortigia. The owner also asked to let her know what I thought of their olive oil, and now that I have tried it back home, I can confirm: it's phenomenal!

Excellent gelateria! I recommend their pistachio granite (an Italian slushy). We also ordered the Sicilian pistachio ice cream and tangerine ice cream. They were all delicious! The staff speak English and explain the flavors. It is a must if you are in the town. A small portion costs about 3-4€. You can get two flavors.

Delicious gelatos made using seasonal ingredients. Nothing artificial added. Super delicious portions. Loved it! I had almond gelato, hazelnut gelato and mandarine gelatin. Yum!!

The best gelato in Ortigia!🤌🏻 Creamy, delicious, with full taste, what ever you order you don't miss. I prefer pistachio and yoghurt... same for all other flavours... Must visit in Ortigia. 3,4,5 € 🤌🏻

Beautiful artisanal ice creams, we have tried the brioche with dark chocolate and yogurt and it was a taste of heaven

(Translated by Google) Our reference to Syracuse. Room, bathroom and common area with attention to every detail, all comforts are within reach, very thorough cleaning, very quiet and easily accessible. The service was excellent and attentive even for extra requests, the breakfast was excellent. 5 stars, but only because you can't give more. (Original) Il nostro riferimento a Siracusa. Camera, bagno e spazio comune curatissimi in ogni dettaglio, tutti i confort sono a portata di mano, pulizia molto accurata, silenziosissimo e facilmente raggiungibile. Il servizio è stato ottimo e premuroso anche per richieste extra0, la colazione eccellente. 5 stelle, ma solo perché non si può dare di più.

(Translated by Google) Very clean, modern and soundproofed room from the external environment. We received the croissants of our choice the next morning, in the kitchen there is no shortage of juices, milk, yogurt, cereals, jams, etc.. Check in and check out carried out independently The location is good as it is about 10 minutes from Ortigia and two minutes from the Greek theatre. The only downside is the building which does not reflect the b&b at all. For the rest everything is excellent. (Original) Camera molto pulita, moderna e insonorizzata dall' ambiente esterno. Abbiamo ricevuto i cornetti a nostra scelta l'indomani mattina , in cucina non mancano succhi, latte,yogurt,cereali,marmellate,ecc.. Check in e check out svolti in autonomia La posizione è buona in quanto a 10 minuti circa da Ortigia e a due minuti dal teatro greco.Unica nota stonata il palazzo che non rispecchia per niente il b&b. Per il resto tutto ottimo.

(Translated by Google) Very good location for exploring the city on foot. Very close to the most popular tourist attractions. Clean and modern rooms. Before arrival we asked about the possibility of using an iron, which was already waiting in the room upon arrival 🙂. We couldn't have dreamed of a better breakfast. Everything fresh and tasty, both sweet and savory. Bread and sweets like from the best bakery 🙂. You can see that the owner cares about every detail. We definitely recommend! (Original) Bardzo dobra lokalizacja do zwiedzania miasta pieszo. Bardzo blisko do najpopularniejszych atrakcji turystycznych. Pokoje czyste i nowocześnie urządzone. Przed przyjazdem zapytaliśmy o możliwość skorzystania z żelazka, które po przyjeździe czekało już w pokoju🙂. Lepszego śniadania nie mogliśmy sobie wymarzyć. Wszystko świeże i smaczne zarówno na słodko jak i na słono. Pieczywo i słodkości jak z najlepszej piekarni🙂. Widać że właściciel dba o każdy szczegół. Zdecydowanie polecamy!

(Translated by Google) We booked a room for one night and immediately received precise information about the apartment and everything else. We checked in independently and easily found our room. Minimal and essential style but extremely comfortable and relaxing. Very comfortable bed and thorough cleaning, absolute silence also given by the windows that allowed external noise to be isolated. The attention paid to breakfast was appreciated, from the moment we were asked what we specifically wanted to eat. (Original) Abbiamo prenotato una stanza per una notte e fin da subito abbiamo ricevuto informazioni precise su appartamento e tutto il resto. In autonomia abbiamo eseguito il check e facilmente abbiamo trovato la nostra camera. Stile minimal ed essenziale ma estremamente confortevole e rilassante. Letto comodissimo e pulizia approfondita, silenzio assoluto dato anche dagli infissi che permettevano di isolare i rumori esterni. Apprezzata l'attenzione verso la colazione, dal momento in cui ci è stato chiesto cosa volessimo specificamente da mangiare.

(Translated by Google) After 3 hours of exhausting travel to get to this hotel, in a horrible neighborhood full of garbage and 1 hour walk from Ortigia, we found that they have assigned us a room that was not the one we paid for. The hostess tells me that the room we reserved was occupied (incredible how shameless she is) and she deceives me (as is usual with tourism in Sicily) by telling me that the room they have given us is bigger, when it is clearly seen in the photos that it is uglier and smaller. Luckily he returned our money but we lost hours of our vacation solving what these unprofessional and scamming people did to us. (Original) Después de 3 horas de viaje agotador para llegar a este hotel, en un barrio horrible lleno de basura y a 1 hora andando de Ortigia, nos encontramos con que nos han asignado una habitación que no era por la que pagamos. La anfitriona me dice que la habitación que reservamos estaba ocupada (increible la poca vergüenza) y me engaña (como es habitual con el turismo en Sicilia) diciéndome que la habitacion que nos han dado es más grande, cuando claramente se ve en las fotos que es máa fea y pequeña. Por suerte nos devolvió el dinero pero perdimos horas de nuestras vacaciones en solucionar lo que estas personas nada profesionales y estafadoras nos provocaron.

(Translated by Google) I have been staying at this property for two days and I must say that overall we are enjoying ourselves well. Very quiet, very kind staff... Excellent breakfast, by necessity I have a gluten free one which I must say is excellent... Delicious hot hot bar croissants, I have never had this happen to me in any establishment or almost... Negative notes unfortunately the cleanliness ... The first day we found everything in order and clean, the second day not, the bed was probably just made and the bathroom fixtures washed, except for the shower because it was evident from how we left it. Ditto the floor, I found the hair I had left in the morning after combing my hair (even though I had already removed some of it myself) and some ants. I informed the facility where I received an immediate apology with the promise to fix it tomorrow, we'll see 😅 for the moment I'm giving three stars, for me hygiene and cleanliness are the basis of everything (Original) Sto soggiornando su questa struttura da due giorni e devo dire che complessivamente ci stiamo trovando bene. Molto silenzioso, personale gentilissimo... Colazione ottima, io per necessità ho una gluten free che devo dire ottima... Cornetti da bar caldi caldi buonissimi, non mi era mai capitato in nessuna struttura o quasi... Note negative ahimè la pulizia... Il primo giorno abbiamo trovato tutto in ordine e pulito, il secondo giorno no, è stato probabilmente solo rifatto il letto e lavati i sanitari, tranne la doccia perché evidente per come l'avevamo lasciata. Idem il pavimento, ho trovato i capelli che avevo lasciato la mattina dopo essermi pettinata ( nonostante in parte li avevo già tolti io)e qualche formica. Ho fatto presente alla struttura dove ho ricevuto immediate scuse con la promessa di rimediare domani , staremo a vedere 😅 per il momento do tre stelle, per me l'igiene e la pulizia sono alla base di tutto

(Translated by Google) Definitely the visit of the whole park is not worth the price of the ticket, I don't understand how it is spent considering that half the park is closed, there is not a shred of explanatory panel, the path is poorly marked and confusing. If you can go when it is free at least until it is made more usable and decent (Original) Decisamente la visita dell'intero parco non vale il prezzo del biglietto, non capisco come venga speso visto che mezzo parco è chiuso, non c'è uno straccio di pannello esplicativo, il percorso mal segnalato e confusionario. Se potete andate quando è prevista la gratuità almeno finché non sarà reso più fruibile e decente

(Translated by Google) It is the third and last Latomia that you encounter following the visit itinerary. It is the second in order of extension and the most irregular in shape as it is made up of three more or less distinct sectors. Compared to the other two, it excels from a naturalistic point of view due to its unique microclimate which has allowed the planting of a subtropical garden cultivated since the eighteenth century. It is here that the Centuries-Old Tree is found, an enormous specimen of ficus macrophylla columnaris. Very interesting is the presence, in some walls of thelatomia, of an important sequence of more or less large niches dug into the rock. These are "votive shrines" used to celebrate those deceased who had particularly distinguished themselves in life. (Original) É la terza ed ultima latomia che si incontra seguendo l'itinerario di visita. É la seconda in ordine di estensione e la più irregolare nella forma poiché composta da tre settori più o meno distinti. Rispetto alle altre due eccelle sotto l'aspetto naturalistico per il suo singolarissimo microclima che ha permesso l'impianto di un giardino subtropicale coltivato fin dall'epoca settecentesca. E' qui che si trova l'Albero Secolare, un enorme esemplare di ficus macrophylla columnaris. Molto interessante la presenza, in alcune pareti della latomia, di un'importante sequenza di nicchie più o meno grandi scavate nella roccia. Si tratta di "edicole votive" utilizzate per celebrare quei defunti che si erano particolarmente distinti in vita.

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately closed. There is no information anywhere why or for how long. Very unfortunate. (Original) Leider geschlossen. Es gibt nirgendwo eine Info warum oder wie lang. Sehr schade.

(Translated by Google) An enchanting corner of the Neapolis area returned to use after years of closure. (Original) Un incantevole angolo dell'area della Neapolis tornato fruibile dopo anni di chiusura.