Ortygia (Ortigia) Tours and Tickets

Discover Ortigia from an exclusive perspective among history, sea caves and crystal clear waters. The tour combines the symbolic places of Syracuse with hidden views accessible only by sea, with a relaxing bathing stop and an authentic experience guided by locals.

The coast of Syracuse is a real jewel of the Ionian Sea, characterized by a series of breathtaking landscapes. The following excursion will allow you to spend 2h and 30 min. admiring the entire maritime itinerary of our wonderful city. We will circumnavigate the island of Ortigia admiring the historical part that includes the former Bourbon prison, the Vigliena fort, the Spanish walls, the Maniace Castle, the Levante promenade, the Alfeo promenade, the Aretusa spring and the immense Porto Grande of Syracuse and then move to the Plemmirio nature reserve with its renowned Gulf of Pillirina. During the tour you will have fresh drinks, water, prosecco, white wine, red wine. This experience also includes several bathroom stops during the reconnaissance of the places where we will sail and an accurate guided tour.

Discover the charm of the coast with a boat tour of Syracuse, exploring the beauties of the Ionian Sea. You will sail along the seafront of Ortigia, admiring historical monuments such as the Duomo and the Maniace castle. You will enter the sea caves, including the “BLUE CAVE”, famous for its crystal clear waters. You will also visit the Plemmirio nature reserve, with the possibility of spotting dolphins. The tour includes a full beverage service and stops for swimming in the clear waters.

DESCRIPTION: The following exclusive boat excursion of the entire island of Ortigia will allow you to admire the Duomo, the church of Santa Lucia, the Venetian Palace, the Umberto I Bridge, the small port, the former Bourbon prison, the Spanish Walls, the Lungomare di Levante, Fort Vigliena, the Maniace Castle, the Fonte Aretusa, the Lungomare Alfeo and the Porta Marina. We will continue with the exploration of the sea caves to admire the formations of coral, stalactites and stalagmites. This tour includes a welcoming of prosecco, followed by a toast with white and red wine, a stop for a swim in the crystal clear waters of this coast and an accurate guided tour pertaining to the different ethnicity of our guests

UNESCO–listed Syracuse, Ortigia Island, and Noto are three of eastern Sicily’s most beautiful coastal settlements, with a history dating back to the days of the ancient Greeks. This full-day tour takes you to all three sites in one day, with round-trip travel from Catania, Taormina, and surrounding areas included. Discover Roman ruins in Neapolis, and admire beautiful baroque architecture in Noto—with your guide on hand to bring Sicily’s history to life.

Looking for a relaxing alternative to a traditional boat tour? This small-group sightseeing cruise around Syracuse and the island of Ortigia is just the thing. Let your skipper handle all the hard parts while you kick back, soak up the sights, such as the Maniace Castle of Ortigia and the Porto Grande of Syracuse, and enjoy wine, fruit, and a freshly-prepared lunch.

If you're wondering what to do in Syracuse, don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the Sicilian sea. You will observe Ortigia from a unique perspective: the sea; you will live an unforgettable experience exploring the sea caves; you can swim in the crystal clear waters of Syracuse.

Consiglio i viaggiatori di effettuare questa tipologia di tour ecologico perché, essendo un risciò concede l’accesso nella zona pedonale,un abirinto con vicoletti storici permette di visitare l’isola di ortigia a 360 gradi, sia interna che esterna con soste, spiegazione e foto scattate dai driver.

Get ready to experience something truly unique and unforgettable with our SUP excursion in Syracuse! Paddle across turquoise waters while exploring hidden caves, natural arches, and breathtaking coastlines that tell stories thousands of years old. Every stroke will lead you to discover secret spots accessible only from the sea, surrounded by golden reflections, wild nature, and postcard-perfect views. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an experienced paddler: our team will always be by your side to guide you, encourage you, and ensure you have fun in complete safety. And it’s not just about sport—it’s an authentic experience filled with smiles, emotions, freedom, and that warm Sicilian hospitality that will make you feel part of our family. Treat yourself to a special moment, let the waves carry you, and discover Syracuse from its most beautiful perspective: the sea.

Ortigia may be small, but it holds the heart of the Mediterranean. Every step on its ancient stones is a journey through time—through myths, conquests, and timeless wonders. Exploring it with an archaeologist turns your visit into a truly unique and unforgettable adventure. ⸻ Ortigia is a small island, but with an immense heart: that of the history of the Mediterranean. Each step among its ancient stones is a journey through time, between myths, conquests and millennial wonders. Discovering it together with an archaeologist means living a unique, intense and unforgettable adventure.

Skip the large tour groups in Sicily, and opt for an intimate, private day trip instead. With a private driver whose focus is your personal group, see ancient Greek and Roman ruins at Neapolis Archaeological Park in Syracuse, stroll through Ortigia's small streets to shop for Sicilian products, and discover UNESCO-listed baroque architecture in Noto. Even better: A hotel or port pickup and drop-off service is also covered.

Private boat tour to discover the wonders of Syracuse, reserved only for you with a good prosecco to taste A bathroom break is planned.

A walk through the beauties of a city that has known moments of enormous glory in the past that reverberates in its buildings. In the Archaeological Park of Neapolis you can admire the imposing ruins of the Greek city where there are buildings carved into the rock like the ancient Greek Theater, the Roman Amphitheater and the Altar of Hieron II. But it will be very pleasant to spend time inside the Latomia del Paradiso, an ancient stone quarry, where you will be amazed by the grandeur of the Ear of Dionysius. Moving to Ortigia with your own cars, the visit will be conducted through the narrow alleys of the historic center of Siracusa where the history of the Mediterranean is preserved. The ruins of the Temple of Apollo and the beauty of Piazza Duomo with its admirable Cathedral will drag us into the excitement of a journey through history. Simply rich, dense and exciting.

The island of Ortigia is the historic heart of Syracuse. Discover it in style on this private boat tour that takes in sea caves with spectacular rock formations and a long history. Your skipper also navigates around the historic center of Ortigia to see churches, the cathedral, bridges, and more. There’s time for a swim stop should you wish to indulge.

Are you in Sicily and do you want to discover the delicacies that this wonderful area can offer you? This experience will not only give you the opportunity to savor the unique flavors of our land but will lead you to the heart of the culinary tradition through the smells of the folk market and will provide you with all the useful notions for cooking Sicilian dishes. In the company of our local cook, you will enter the streets of the Old Market of the island of Ortigia, where you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thousand smells and various colors of the stalls and among the folkloric cries of the merchants who vie for customers. Only after having purchased everything you need and having chosen the best products, the chef will open the doors of his kitchen to you: here, with your help, he will prepare some of the typical dishes of the Sicilian tradition that you can later taste.

A day to discover the treasures and beauties of the two most important cities in eastern Sicily: Syracuse (Ortigia) and Noto. Discover the Sicilian baroque to breathe the solemnity of timeless places.

Syracuse and Noto are two of Sicily’s top baroque cities, but reaching them with public transport can be a hassle. Skip the train and bus with this small-group tour that includes transportation and a light lunch with local products during your visit to Ortigia. Head straight to Syracuse to explore the Neapolis Archaeological Park and Ortigia old town at your own pace, then visit Noto to marvel at the UNESCO-listed architecture.

Immerse yourself in a unique experience that will lead you to discover the wonders of Syracuse and Ortigia in a single tour! Your adventure will begin with a look at the Archaeological Area of Neapolis, an open-air museum that holds ancient secrets of Syracuse.

Discover two historic Sicilian cities on this full-day small-group tour from Taormina or Catania to Syracuse and Noto. Visit the archeological sites of Syracuse such as the Greek Theater and the Ear of Dionysius before exploring the historical center of Ortigia Island. Then head to the UNESCO-listed city of Noto which is also dubbed the “Baroque Capital” due to its beautiful aristocratic buildings like Ducezio Palace and Palazzo Nicolaci.

Immerse yourself in a unique experience that will lead you to discover the wonders of Syracuse and Ortigia in a single tour! Your adventure will begin with a look at the Archaeological Area of Neapolis, an open-air museum that holds thousand-year-old secrets of Syracuse.

Enjoy an overview of the top sights in Syracuse in just a few hours without the hassle of following a map or guidebook with this private walking tour. Join your guide for a visit to the Neapolis Archaeological Park to learn about its history that stretches back to ancient Greece. Afterwards, continue on to the Ortigia area of the city to visit the oldest temple in Sicily, a Caravaggio masterpiece, and other treasures.

Although very small, Ortigia preserves all the history of the Mediterranean. It is a place where small adventures take you through the adventurous events of Sicily and beyond. Traveling accompanied by an archaeologist will make this experience exciting and rich.

Get good value for your money by seeing two of southeastern Sicily’s most popular destinations with this daylong tour of both Syracuse and Noto. Travel with a guide to Ortygia, the Neopolis Archeological Park, and baroque Noto. Plus, this trip includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in Catania.