Ortigia Private Tour
Ortigia Private Tour
At the appointed time we'll meet at the Umbertino Bridge, which connects the centre of Syracuse with the island of Ortigia, where the city was founded in 734 BC.
On this walk, we'll enter the fortified area and discover the origins of Syracuse. Once there, we'll see its most outstanding monuments, such as the Temple of Apollo, the oldest Doric sanctuary in Sicily. We'll pass by Piazza Archimede, dedicated to the great mathematician born in Syracuse, and the fountain of Diana.
As we walk through the streets of Ortigia, we'll reach Piazza Minerva and see the Cathedral of Syracuse, built on the remains of the ancient Temple of Athens.
We'll stop in front of its façade, a mixture of baroque and rococo styles, and we'll continue admiring other buildings close by such as the Palazzo del Vermexio, seat of the Town Hall, the Palazzo Beneventano and the Santa Lucia alla Badia Church, which houses a work by Caravaggio.
We'll continue the tour to the promenade, known as the Alfeo, and we'll see the Arethusa fountain and the silhouette of the Castello Maniace
The tour will end at this point, 2 hours after the start of the tour.
More Information
Duration
2 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Private and exclusive tour, there will be no other people in the group
Not included
Transport
Entrance to the Cathedral of Syracuse: € 2 (US$ 2.20) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Italygonia Travel Di Pignataro Gennaro
Corporate name: ITALYGONIA TRAVEL di Pignataro Gennaro
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Is the entire tour on foot?
A - The visit to Syracuse Ortigia and Neapolis can be done on foot. However, to go from one point to another, you'll have to go by public transport or vehicle (this transport is not included in the tour).
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Statue of Archimedes
