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


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

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