Ortigia

Syracuse

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

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 featuring building ruins and heritage elements

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

Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse

5/5(1 review)

You can browse the exhibits at Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse

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.

RM124
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

RM124
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

RM198
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

RM149
per adult
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
Ninfeo's Grotto

Half Day Tour of Syracuse

RM536
per adult
Half Day Tour of Syracuse
Private Excursion to Ortigia Island and Sea Caves with Prosecco

Private boat tour with prosecco

RM397
per adult
Private boat tour with prosecco
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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! (838 reviews)
"The rooms are stunningly decorated, comfortable beds, great air conditioning, very clean. The common area are also breathtaking. The staff are also amizng and helped us book transportation and arranged a beach club day. This location is also close to all shopping and great dinning. The included breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 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 RM1,611 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
RM1,611
RM1,821 total
1 Aug - 2 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! (237 reviews)
"Had a wonderful time in Syracuse and Ortigia"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 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 RM769 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
RM769
RM1,022 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
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! (635 reviews)
Best value for this luxury category.
"Every traveller in the last 4 years or so will have noticed the insanely abusive increase in worldwide accomodation pricing often doubling or tripling what rooms cost 5 years ago. After 20 days of travel between turkey and sicily i would say this hotel was by far the greatest value for the money ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

5 out of 5
Viale Mazzini, 12, Syracuse, SR
The price is RM1,292 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
RM1,292
RM1,470 total
2 Aug - 3 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! (541 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 RM828 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
RM828
RM960 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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! (294 reviews)
"Charming small hotel right on the water, extremely friendly and helpful staff. Sundowners on the patio overlooking the water was magical. All in all a great stay"

Reviewed on 7 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 RM1,320 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
RM1,320
RM1,501 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Arenella Beach and Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"The hotel is not inexpensive but it is worth the price. The staff were very helpful and friendly and the location is convenient to restaurants and sight-seeing. The property is on the coast and the view is spectacular. My wife and I highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 14 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 femail

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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