Ortigia Guided Group Tour: Explore Historic Syracuse and Discover Sicily's Hidden Pearl

Join our guided group tour of Ortigia, the historic center of Syracuse, and uncover the hidden gems of Sicily’s pearl. Explore ancient temples, picturesque streets, and legendary sites with fellow travelers.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Temple of Apollo (Tempio di Apollo) - After meeting our guide you will discover the origins of the Greek city and the characteristics of this temple dedicated to the god of light.
  • Palazzo Montalto - We will walk through the alleys of Ortigia and the ancient Spirduta district, discovering its urban legends and the medieval Palazzo Montalto.
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What's Included
  • Radio guide receivers provided for large groups
What's Not Included
  • Entrance ticket to the cathedral (optional internal visit) 2 Euros per person
Additional Information

Explore Ortigia, Syracuse’s historic core during a group excursion that roams through significant spaces and history on the island. Commencing at Apollo’s Temple, Sicily first Greek temple, we’ll meander through quaint streets to reach Piazza del Duomo, where an optional visit to the interior of the Cathedral is offered (only when no religious events…

Location
Temple of Apollo
Largo XXV Luglio
The meeting point is in the clearing in front of the temple of Apollo, on the right side, in the area between the pedestrian crossing towards Corso Matteotti and the benches. Depending on the season, the exact spot may vary slightly. The guide will have a Hermes Sicily Tours logo.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Tracey_h
Oct 3, 2024
Eva was knowledgeable and... - Eva was knowledgeable and engaging- I learnt lots of new things even though I had been in Ortigia fir a couple of days
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Diana_c
Aug 26, 2024
Best experience in Ortigia - Out guide Eva was absolutely amazing! She was extremely knowledgeable and provided great insight to the history of each sight. The pace was perfect and provided ample opportunity to take photos and look around. I highly recommend this tour with Eva!
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Francescagy612lz
Aug 22, 2024
Show!!! - Spectacular tour but Gaetano was even more so!!! Beautiful everything Super punctual, super organized Tell you top!! Highly recommended
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Coscomar
Jul 25, 2024
Great tour! - It was a very good opportunity to see the remarkable places with a very knowledgeable guide to bring us around. I’m glad I chose this tour.
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Luciamr228nu
Jul 3, 2024
Great experience - A beautiful tour to Ortigia, with a very prepared and helpful guide. It is absolutely worth being guided in the beautiful Ortigia to understand its historical wonders.
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740travel
May 25, 2024
Optimal - Excellent tour, I thank the guide Sebastiano, excellent competence, courtesy and friendliness. I absolutely recommend this solution to cover Ortigia and its beauties
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I4381mbpaolom
Apr 29, 2024
to redo - Beautiful tour of Ortigia. Very knowledgeable and friendly guide. It is worth doing this tour because Ortigia, being a small island, is very suitable and has a lot of history to tell. advised.
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From $20
up to 10 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).