Siracusa

Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

Siracusa

Area: Siracusa surroundings

Syracuse is a fascinating thousand-year-old city that has its roots in a distant and glorious past: for beauty and importance it was a rival of Carthage and Athens; for Cicero it was the largest and most beautiful of all Greek cities.
Syracuse is the city of myth due to the rich mythological heritage that permeates the territory.
Syracuse is known for being the city of Archimedes and Santa Lucia , two of his illustrious fellow citizens.
Syracuse is known for its historic center, the Island of Ortigia, rich in natural and architectural wonders.
Syracuse is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What to see

Things to do

Tour, Experience, Tastings,...

Sicilian Puppet Show with visit behind the scenes

Enjoy a unique puppet theatre show at Opera dei Pupi (opera of the puppets) and learn more about this extraordinary Sicilian art.

Cavagrande Natural Reserve Guided Trek

Discover the Nature Reserve of Cavagrande on a guided trek. Enjoy a transfer from Syracuse and a stunning walk in a lush canyon past streaming waterfalls, and relax with a refreshing swim.

Neapolis Archaeological Park Entrance Ticket

Skip the lines with this entry ticket to the Neapolis Archaeological Park. Explore the many wonders of this fascinating archaeological site including the Greek theater and the Ear of Dionysius.

Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show,... Siracusa

Submerged nativity scene in Syracuse
December / January
Submerged nativity scene in Syracuse
Events in Siracusa Area
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What to eat

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Siracusa

You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.

Tasting menu with typical Sicilian products
Tasting menu with typical Sicilian products
Syracuse-style pasta
Syracuse-style pasta

Things to buy

Typical handicrafted items and souvenirs to buy in Siracusa

Sicilian jewels
Sicilian jewels

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Interesting Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Siracusa

The legend of Alfeo and Arethusa
The legend of Alfeo and Arethusa, which tells of an eternal love, is intimately linked to the fountain of Arethusa in Ortigia.
Archimedes and his Eureka
Archimedes of Syracuse pronounced his famous "Eureka" when he managed to solve a difficult question by Gerone II.
The Madonna of Tears of Syracuse
The Madonna delle Lacrime di Siracusa refers to a miraculous event that took place in the Sicilian city in 1953.
Archimedes burning mirrors
According to tradition, burning mirrors are inextricably linked to the siege of Syracuse and the Euryalus castle.
Malena - Syracuse
Several scenes from the film "Malèna" were set in the splendid Piazza Duomo and in other places in Syracuse.
Curiosities about the sword of Damocles
The expression "having a sword of Damocles on your head" was born in Syracuse, at the court of the famous Dionysius the Elder.
Curiosities about tyrant Dionysus
The name of Dionysus is linked to a cave that bears his name, the Ear of Dionysus, but there are other anecdotes about him.
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Where to stay

Viale Teracati, 20
Siracusa SR

Via Po, 26
Siracusa SR

Via Pindaro, 11
Siracusa SR

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Nearby Places

Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Siracusa. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!

Cassibile

Siracusa surroundings

Priolo Gargallo

Siracusa surroundings

Solarino

Siracusa surroundings

Augusta

Siracusa surroundings

Melilli

Siracusa surroundings

Cavagrande del Cassibile

Siracusa surroundings