Private Day Trip to Syracuse from Taormina: History, Archaeology & Ortigia Island

Highlights

• Neapolis Archaeological Area
• Ortigia Island
• Private Transport from Taormina

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Taormina

   1h 30min

   1h30 drive from your accommodation in Taormina or surroundings to Syracuse

2. 2

   Parco Archeologico della Neapolis

   1h 30min

   The first stop will be at the archeological park of Neapolis. a Unesco World Heritage. Here it's possible to see the most important remains of the ancient Greek and Roman town. The Greek theater, the Roman amphitheater, the ancient stone quarries, the ear of Dionysus, and the altar of Hieron, are just some of the monuments found within this large green area

3. 3

   Syracuse Cathedral

   15min

   The Cathedral of the Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary is located in the highest part of the city and its facade combines baroque and rococo style.

4. 4

   Mercato di Ortigia

   15min

   At the entrance of Ortygia island, you will be greeted by the aroma of every kind of spice, chili peppers from Etna, almond cakes, as well as seafood and fresh fish. A nice opportunity to get to know our local products and learn new Sicilian recipes.

5. 5

   Temple of Apollo (Tempio di Apollo)

   5min

   Dating back to the beginning of the 6th century B.C., today its remains stand out in the middle of a garden that makes the entire landscape even more spectacular.

6. 6

   Fonte Aretusa

   10min

   It is located in the oldest part of Ortigia. This is an evocative water mirror made even more special by lush papyrus plants. It is also the place where the legend of Aretusa and Alfeo is set.

7. 7

   Fontana di Diana

   10min

   In Archimedes Square, there is a monumental fountain by Giulio Moschetti, representing the goddess of hunting, an ancient protector of Siracusa.

8. 8

   Ortigia

   2h

   You will have free time to explore the beautiful island of Ortigia, It is the most ancient district of the Sicilian city of Siracusa. It’s a sort of “city within the city” and “island within the island” so that it’s one of the most special places in Southern Italy.

Before you go

Location

Italy