Ragusa, Modica & Scicli Tour: Exploring Sicilian Baroque Art and Architecture
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Discover the beauty of Ragusa, Modica, and Scicli on a tour that showcases the rich history, art, and culture of these Sicilian towns. Explore stunning Baroque architecture, visit historic churches, and learn about the fascinating stories behind the noble families that shaped the region.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Ragusa Ibla - The tour begins in Ragusa Ibla with the visit of the baroque style historical centre. Ragusa ibla can be considered a real open-air museum, where the opulence of the Iblean baroque coexists in synergy with the nature of the iblei mountains.

Here we will admire the wonderful Saint George’s Cathedral in Piazza Duomo, The “Portale di San Giorgio”, a wonderful arch in in Catalan Gothic style dating back to the 1400s, the beautiful “Giardino Ibleo” and many buildings in baroque style.

  • Antica Dolceria Bonajuto - We continue to Modica, whose historical centre (Modica bassa), is also in Baroque style. The two Cathedrals, San Giorgio, which dominates the village from the top of the hill and San Pietro, located down along the main street, are both extraordinary exemples of the Sicilian Baroque. We will make a stop at the ancient chocolate shop Bonajuto to assist the explanation of the process to make the typical local chocolate, made according to an ancient recipe of the Aztecs brought to Sicily by Spaniards during their domination. Free tasting of chocolate is included!
  • Centro storico di Scicli - World Heritage Site - We will end up with the visit of the fascinating village of Scicli, where, once again, the main architectural style is Baroque. We cross the fascinating landscape rich in steep limestone walls, carob trees, low walls, small churches and quarries, and we come to the sight of what we would call a gem in the heart of Sicily. We start the walking city tour with the Chiafura Archaeological Park, where will be possible to see the caves dug into the limestone rock where many families still lived until the middle of the last century. Then starting from The San Bartolomeo Church we will across the town center rich in baroque style palaces and churches that made Scicli became part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Chocolate Tasting in Modica
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Guida specializzata
Additional Information

Join us for an exploration of Ragusa, Modica, and Scicli, uncovering their histories, art, faith, and cultural richness. Spend a day delving into the heart of Baroque urban development and the diverse landscapes that surround it. Discover the numerous churches that dot the area, grand basilicas, small-scale churches tucked away in bustling streets, and buildings that boast unconventional architecture. Encounter portals and ancient family stories that enhance the impressive legacy of Sicilian Baroque art. These elements together comprise a truly remarkable and unique ambiance in these locations.

Location
Ragusa Ibla
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sjsimon58
Jun 11, 2024
Catania with Martino - We spent the day with Martino of Taxi Catania. He met us promptly at the agreed upon location. He was very flexible allowing us to to totally change our itinerary to suit our needs. He was very friendly and anxious to make sure we enjoyed our day. We especially enjoyed walking , shopping and eating in Catania. I would recommend him without reservation
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Victor_l
Apr 29, 2023
This tour is very... - This tour is very interesting and beautiful we all enjoied every city and Giuseppe was a good profesional and kind with us Thanks. We will recomend this tour.
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Alice
Oct 15, 2019
Beautiful baroque cities - Ragusa, Modica and Scicli are beautiful historic cities, well worth visiting. Our driver, Armando, was charming and accommodating. If you have the time, this is a very enjoyable day trip.
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Paul_m
Jul 28, 2023
Relaxed day out visiting UNESCO towns! - Our driver was Richard, who was passionate and knowledgeable about the areas which we visited. We stopped for places to take photographs, visited cathedrals and had time on our own to take in Ragusa.
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Joanne_m
Sep 11, 2022
A very professional... - A very professional driver. . He was patient and never rushed us. Recommended a delightful restaurant for lunch in Ragusa - La Piazzetta. Make sure to buy chocolate in Modica.
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Mary_h
May 14, 2024
Pretty cities but an hour late for pick up - Our guide was a hour late because he went or was sent to the wrong port. Verified that I put the correct port on my reservation. We had a o completely miss one of the cities. While I was very happy with our time in Modica and Ragusa, would have like to make it to Sicili. Our driver spent a fair amount of time on the phone as well. The vehicle was nice and clean. Our driver was nice and courteous. When I reached out to the tour provider, the response was “well these things happen”. Not really the response I was expecting. I paid for a tour to 3 cities and got 2.
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