10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Province of Syracuse That You Shouldn't Miss

Ortygia is the historical and religious centre of Syracuse. Is a small island joined to the mainland by a couple of bridges. When is possible, I like to offers also  tastings of typical Sicilian food, like Modica’s chocolate, cheeses and charcuterie, at the Local Market or shops in Ortygia.  Is also possible to have lunch together, at a Restaurant or at the Market with Sicilian cheeses, cold cuts, sun dried tomatoes and other traditional food.

Inclusions: Professional guide

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Lunch

The Neapolis Archaeological Park is where you’ll find Syracuse’s greatest classical ruins.  Neapolis (New City) was one of the five quarters of the greek city of Syracuse.  The ticket of the Neapolis Archaeological Park costs 10 euros per person. Free entrance under 18 and every first Sunday of the month. During our guided walking tour of the Neapolis Archaeological Park I’ll show you, in chronological order, the Quarry of Paradise with the famous  Ear of Dionysius and the Cave of the Rope-makers, the Greek Theatre, the Altar of Hiero II (the largest in the world) and the Roman Amphitheater.

Inclusions: PhD Archaeologist Guide

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Parking Fees

Noto, a city of art rich in charm that has earned the title of “Stone Garden” as well as the Sicilian capital of Baroque. In 2002 it was named UNESCO as a World Heritage Site along with all Baroque cities of the Noto Valley. Starting from Porta Reale, you will pass through the main street, Corso Vittorio Emanuele, where on both sides you can admire baroque churches and palaces then passing for the jewel of Baroque par excellence: the Cathedral.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Multilanguage guide

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes

I will accompany you to discover the places of my childhood. My father is a tour guide so I grew up playing in the places I try to make tourists appreciate today. I will let you discover the history, art, habits and typical Sicilian dishes with the eyes of a local, the perfect mix to appreciate one of the most important Mediterranean cities in the Greek period and beyond. In addition we can add the market tour to taste some of the most delicious sicilian local food.

Inclusions: Local Guide

Exclusions: Entrance Tickets, Snacks

The Barocco transfer includes: Departure at 8.30 am, arrival in Ragusa Ibla 10.00 am (stop of about 2 hours). Departure for Modica - during the journey we will make a small stop of about 40 min. for a tasting of the famous Modica Chocolate. Departure for Noto (stop of about 2 hours + lunch break). Return to Syracuse. Our cars are registered for public use, equipped with the required municipal permits and have free access to limited traffic areas and to preferential lanes in all cities. Free bottled water wi fi. Our drivers are provided with the authorizations required for the operation of vehicles in public service. Upon request we offer guided tour services. NB. LISTED EXCURSIONS ONLY INCLUDE TRANSFER A / R.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Tasting of Modica chocolate, Bottled water

Exclusions: Tourist Guide: available on request and to be paid extra on site, Lunch

Noto is called the Capital of the Baroque for its architecture, completely rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake which destroyed the entire town. The earthquake brought death and destruction, but the industriousness of the city of Noto transformed the tragedy into rebirth and art, rebuilding the buildings in Baroque style. With this tour you will discover what to see in Noto, whose historic center was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2002

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Certified Guide, Entrance Ticket, Custom gadgets (hats, shirts, backpack bag)

Exclusions: Transportation to and from starting point

This is a free tour that allows you to visit the jewels of Sicilian baroque from Syracuse to Noto, from Modica to Ragusa Ibla passing through Scicli and Catania.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Assistance during the trip

Exclusions: Scheduled flights, Rental cars, Anything not mentioned in "included"

This cultural excursion will allow you to visit classical monuments of Greek and Roman Syracuse in the archaeological park of Neapolis. From the archaeological park, the tour moves on to visit the Ortygia Island, the heart of Syracuse. In the afternoon, you will be visit the town of Noto, considered a true "open air museum."

Inclusions: Shuttle Bus (return), Multilingual guide, Entrance ticket to the Archeological Park of Syracuse, INFANT price - Baby seat included, Authorized tourist guide in Syracuse (Italian and English language guaranteed)

Exclusions: Authorized tourist guide in Noto and Park of Neapolis (on request), All that is not specified under “the cost includes"

This Day trip to Siracusa will take you back 2000 years, to show the greatness of a city that was among the most powerful cities of ancient Greece, and the beauty of the “Late Sicilian Baroque” in Noto. The  Excursion Siracusa Noto is suggested if you start from  Hotels or  Ports of   Taormina Area and sourrounding. This is a tour for everyone, without difficulty and very interesting, from an archaeological and architectural point of view.

Inclusions: Private tour, English Speaking Driver, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Enjoy a self-guided 7-day bike tour through the southeast part of Sicily, tailored to your own rhythm and your interests without a tour guide. You will pass through the Val di Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where most of the towns have been completely rebuilt in unique Sicilian Baroque style after destruction during the earthquake of 1693.

Inclusions: 6 nights accommodation, Continental breakfast, Luggage Transfer, Road maps and itinerary book, Telephone assistance

Exclusions: Transportation to/from Airport, Half-board accommodation, Extra nights, Single room supplements, Bike rental, Helmets, City tax (where applies)