You will meet your guide at the ancient Greek Apollo Temple, and we will start this small group walking tour, during which you will discover many interesting facts and discover the secrets of rich history, culture and everyday life of Syracuse.
You will sightsee the Cathedral Square, world heritage site, with its bright limestone buildings - the Cathedral, the most important baroque monument in Sicily, Palazzo Beneventano, that in the past was a site for the senate of the city, St. Lucy’s Church, norman monument of fifteenth century dedicated to the patron saint of the city. The tour then continues to Arethusa Fountain. The legend tells that the nymph Arethusa, changed into a watercourse by her goddess Artemis/Diana in order to escape the attention of unwanted suitor Alpheus (Alfeo).
Later we will arrive to
the Jewish Quarter, Via Maestranza, the street where the nobility of the town had their pompous homes. Finally, you will arrive in
Archimedes Square, and sightsee the neoclassical Fountain of Diana which reminds about the glorious past of Syracuse. The tour will end at the local fish and fruit market where you can feel this unforgettable atmosphere of Southern Italy.
After the walking tour, optionally we may arrive to one of the best wine bars in Syracuse, where you can taste 5 different
types of excellent red and white Sicilian wines from Etna vineyards, accompanied by traditional Sicilian food (bruschettas, meat and cheese delicacies, vegetables, cherry tomatoes, fresh bread, olives and olive oil).
Points of Interest
- Algila Ortigia Charme Hotel
- Local guide
- Wine tasting (optionally)
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Food tasting (optionally)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Embark on a personal walking tour around Syracuse’s historic center, the ancient island of Ortigia. At the Apollo temple, Sicily’s oldest Greek temple, you will meet your local guide. Over the course of this 2 to 2.5hr journey, the professional guide will share a myriad of intriguing details and unveil the mysteries of the abundant history, cultural heritage, and day-to-day life of one of the world’s oldest and most captivating cities. A private tour ensures a cordial environment and individualized attention from your guide.
- Since it is a private tour, minimum 2 persons per booking is required.
- We have private tours, only for your party, however at the beginning of the excursion we will give each guest a mask, protective gloves and hand sanitizer.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
