Location: Noto
Top Things to do in Noto
The 10 Best Walking Tours in Noto, Sicily
Noto (Sicilian: Notu; Latin: Netum) is a city and comune in the Province of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy. It is 32 kilometres (20 mi) southwest of the city of Syracuse at the foot of the Iblean Mountains. It lends its name to the surrounding area Val di Noto. In 2002 Noto and its church were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Restaurants in Noto
1. Baroque Noto private walking tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover the beautiful town of Noto, the 'stone garden' of Sicily and Unesco's world heritage due to its impressive baroque architecture. Join this small-group walking tour and discover this enchanting small town in the province of Syracuse unknown to most of the visitors until a few years ago, when it was reborn after a catastrophic event. The tour lasts about 90 minutes and the guide will tell you about the history, the baroque art in Sicily, but also about Sicilian life-style in the past and today.
Inclusions: Private walking tour, Professional guide, Flexible itinerary (entrance fee for interiors of optional monuments not included)
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By rkigervaron
Great tour. Covering all the basics and providing a great overview of the area. Guide knowledgeable and friendly
2. Charming Noto Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Located about 30km south of Syracuse, Noto has one of Sicily’s most beautiful historic centre in the Late Baroque Style, built after the terrible earthquake of 1693, that destroyed a lot of cities of the southeastern part of Sicily. In Noto, that was called the “Garden of Stone” by the historian Cesare Brandi, you can enjoy its spectacular baroque monuments and historical buildings.
Inclusions: Professional guide
Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By X6263DHcarolynb
This merits a long visit. It's an archeological park which is Unesco site. There is a 16,000 seat Greek theatre where Gladiator spectacles took place. Also see the Paradise quarry-- a white limestone quarry filled with tunnels and caves. Your kids (if you bring them) will love how voices echo in the big cave. Some guides sing and it's lovely.
3. Vendicari Nature Reserve Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Vendicari nature reserve is one of the most visited reserves in Sicily. It is a complexity of wetlands, with marshes and coastal dunes which offer a perfect spot for the migratory birds to rest. Vendicari offers some of the most beautiful beaches of the Ionian Coast: an unspoilt and crystalline sea. Vendicari offers you more than 7 km of coastline between fine sand and rocky coves. It is a perfect spot for hiking, birdwatching, snorkeling and sunbathing.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Bottled water, Snacks
Reviewed By StankinJankin
Pantalica is absolutely beautiful and the history behind the place is amazing. At one point, we saw a still-functioning acqueduct carved thousands of years ago into the side of a cliff with ancient cave tombs overhead. Incredible place and I couldn't believe I had never heard of it before. Giuseppe, a native of Sicily, is more than knowledgeable about the history and he's clearly passionate about nature. I had a fantastic time and I'd recommend this trip to anyone.
4. Tour Noto - All Inclusive - Syracuse
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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
5. Taste of Sicily at our Farm
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Our mission is to share our love of Sicilian Mediterranean culture and culinary traditions. In addition to producing our Extra Virgin Olive Oil, we also produce almonds, citrus, bread, jams with the fruits that we grow, tomato sauce, spirits and many other things on our Bio Farm Zisolhouse.
Inclusions: Taste Menu made by local fresh products
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6. Private Tour of Syracuse, Ortygia and Noto
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit the Greek and the Roman classical monuments of Syracuse, present in the archeological Park of Neapolis. After the Archeological Park, the tour moves to Ortygia Island, the historical heart of Syracuse for an incredible stroll through its charming alleys. In the afternoon, you will be visiting the baroque Noto, considered an "open-air museum".
Inclusions: Shuttle Bus (return), Multilingual guide, Entrance ticket to Archeological Park of Syracuse, Authorized tourist guide in Syracuse, INFANT - baby seat (on request)
Exclusions: Authorized tourist guide in Noto and Park of Neapolis (on request), All that is not specified under “the cost includes"
Reviewed By Jololo37
Perfecto! Guide really friendly! Interesting tour with children. Etna is beautiful! If you are near Catania, do this tour!
7. Gorge walking in Sicily's Best Canyon
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4.9 based on 14 reviews
In summer time we will walk and swim inside this beautiful river, through secret places and away from tourist routes. The river walk will take you through the Grand Canyon of Cassibile (Cava Grande) with its breathtaking views and stunning pools. It is the most beautiful Canyon in Sicily. The crystal clear pools and the amazing scenery will make your day unforgettable. In winter, autumn and spring we will walk in what we call the dry path, stunning landscapes and nature, an unforgettable trip in the most beautiful canyon of Sicily. Before booking please always drop me a message, so we can check weather forecast and make sure that you book the right excursion for the right day.
Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks
Reviewed By kleinertiger9978
If thinking about hiking in Pantalica you are highly recommended to choose Carlo as your guide. We did a wonderful day tour and it felt like hiking with a friend not a stranger. He knew a lot about the place, is very easy to talk to and you can feel that he loves this gorgeous island. My train was more than late that day and he was very flexible with the pick up as well. Go with Carlo, you won't regret it ????
8. Noto Walking Tour
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4.9 based on 9 reviews
Join this journey through Noto at the hand of a licensed professional tour guide. Join this group tour to discover the most beautiful corners of the European capital of Baroque. Traditions, culture, and history are explored, revealing the secrets of one of the most beautiful Sicilian towns.
Inclusions: Professional local guide
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Reviewed By RossoVinoSusan
Came here with my husband for our wedding anniversary and we had a lovely experience is Cassa de montabalno. Maria the housekeeper was amazing. Very helpful friendly and when we arrived we had to organise a Covid test. She organised it with the help of Ivana and we were very happy that they helped us. Maria was a source of information and arranged us to go on a day tour on a Montabalno Day Tour with Nunzio the taxi driver. We had a wonderful day. I would highly recommend this b&b to anyone who loves the tv show. Only negative was we missed the season and not many restaurants were open but we didn’t starve. We bought our food in the local shop and ate on the balcony in the evening. Thank you for having us!
9. Ragusa Walking tour
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4.9 based on 8 reviews
The city of Ragusa in Italy rises out of rough spurs and river crags on an urban strip with steep declivity. It was an elect ground for architects who accentuated natural irregularities, creating unique connections and monumental effects.
Inclusions: Professional guide
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Reviewed By RossoVinoSusan
Came here with my husband for our wedding anniversary and we had a lovely experience is Cassa de montabalno. Maria the housekeeper was amazing. Very helpful friendly and when we arrived we had to organise a Covid test. She organised it with the help of Ivana and we were very happy that they helped us. Maria was a source of information and arranged us to go on a day tour on a Montabalno Day Tour with Nunzio the taxi driver. We had a wonderful day. I would highly recommend this b&b to anyone who loves the tv show. Only negative was we missed the season and not many restaurants were open but we didn’t starve. We bought our food in the local shop and ate on the balcony in the evening. Thank you for having us!
10. Pantalica Paradise Sicily Best Nature Reserve - Unesco Site
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4.8 based on 6 reviews
Pantalica is the oldest burial site in Europe, with over 500 tombs carved into the limestone rockfaces. It is situated in one the most beautiful and dramatic valleys in Sicily. A place filled with mystery and the timeless flourish of nature. Pantalica is a natural reserve, with its breathtaking beauty and historic importance recognised as a World Heritage Site under the Unesco scheme. We will take a tour of the most important archeological places, experiencing the lush nature in which primitive people thrived in possibly Europe's biggest settlement of the bronze age. We will walk down to refresh and swim in the clear water of the Calcinara River. Before booking please always drop me a message, so we can check weather forecast and make sure that you book the right excursion for the right day.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick up/drop off
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Reviewed By Banic65
Today we visited the Grand Canyon of Cassibile with our Guide Carlos. He is a very nice guy and tells a lot of things about the nature in the canyon. He speaks English very well. We had a nice swim and dive experience in the river. Thanks for the nice day.
