Sicily

15 Best Syracuse & Ortigia Tours

The Syracuse trips: Ortigia’s island old town with local skippers circling its sea walls, Greek Syracuse behind it and Noto’s baroque honey-stone an hour south. Sicily’s southeast corner rewards the detour.

2.Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

Discover Ortigia’s stunning coastline and sea caves on this small-group boat tour from Syracuse. Swim in crystal waters, learn local history, and enjoy intimate views for just $28.96.

★ 5.0

“Laura was the best guide! She is an expert at driving and so informative and friendly! She really made our experience, highly recommend!”

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3.Boat tour of Ortigia Island and sea caves

Discover Ortigia from the sea on this engaging boat tour, including sea caves and historical sights, perfect for travelers seeking authentic Sicilian vistas.

★ 5.0

“Really enjoyed the boat ride and seeing the sea caves. Everyone enjoyed the opportunity to swim as well. Highly recommend this tour. We paid for the 2hr excursion which was definitely worth it!”

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4.Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania

Discover the ancient ruins of Syracuse, explore Ortygia Island, and marvel at Noto’s baroque architecture on this full-day Catania tour blending history, culture, and stunning scenery.

★ 5.0

“Amazing experience from A to Z. Thank you Lory :D You had such a bubbly personality, very knowledgeable and we had a blast all day ! This tour was simply perfect. Thank you again for Sharing your Italian passion with us :)”

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5.Half Day Boat Tour on the Syracuse Coast with Lunch

Enjoy a scenic half-day boat tour from Syracuse, exploring Ortigia, swimming in marine protected areas, with a delicious Sicilian lunch included.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful day in Ortigia, exploring the coastline and enjoying some fantastic food. Laura was very informative about Italian life, culture, the coastline, and facts about Syracuse. She cooked some amazing food, and we had a lovely time with an Italian family. The…”

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6.From Taormina: Guided Tour of Syracuse and Ortygia Island

Explore Sicily's ancient wonders and charming Ortygia Island on a full-day guided tour from Taormina, featuring Greek ruins, historic streets, and local sights.

★ 3.8

“Very good but coach was late because it had broken down and broke down again on journey home.Maybe you need to change your coach company.The Greek Theatre in Syracuse was disappointing as it looked nothing like your advertisement as 80 per cent of seating were…”

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7.From Taormina: Syracuse and Noto Guided Day Trip by Bus

Explore Sicily with this full-day guided trip from Taormina to Syracuse and Noto, featuring ancient ruins, baroque architecture, and authentic local culture.

★ 4.3

“The tour and guide was amazing and he went way out of his way to explain the history. He was very attentive and extremely efficient to keep us on track. It would have been a perfect day if it wasn’t for the weather as it…”

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8.Boat excursion on the island of Ortigia with Snorkeling to the sea caves

Discover Sicily’s Ortigia island with this 2-hour boat tour featuring snorkeling and sea caves, guided by friendly experts for authentic coastal views.

★ 4.5

“A most enjoyable experience! As English speakers there was discussion that was only in Italian. The Driver was very nice and attentive otherwise. No snorkelling offered but we had a lovely swim!”

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9.Syracuse Day Trip from Taormina

Discover Syracuse from Taormina with this full-day guided tour exploring ancient ruins, Ortygia’s charm, and scenic coast views for a memorable Sicily experience.

★ 4.0

“This was an excellent trip! I was very impressed by our tour guide and the driver was the best I've had. This walking tour allowed us to see all the sites of Siracusa. My only issue was that we didn't spend any time climbing around…”

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10.Syracuse, Ortygia and Noto one day small group Tour from Catania

Discover Sicily’s treasures in a full-day small group tour from Catania, exploring Syracuse, Ortigia, and Noto with expert guides, authentic food, and stunning sights.

★ 4.5

“We really enjoyed Siracusa and Ortygia ,could spend a few days there. Are driver spoke good English and was a real gentleman and very accommodating. We were not crazy about Noto , it was a very clean city and beautiful buildings, not much shelter from…”

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11.Ancient Syracuse: private guided tour of the Neapolis archaeological park

Discover Syracuse’s ancient ruins on a private guided tour of Neapolis Park, including the Greek Theatre, Ear of Dionysus, and Roman amphitheater, led by knowledgeable guides.

★ 4.5

“The caves were the most interesting part and the acoustics were particularly good especially when people would sing together”

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12.Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

Discover Syracuse from the sea with a 2-hour boat tour around Ortigia, exploring sea caves, scenic coasts, and enjoying swim stops with knowledgeable guides.

★ 5.0

“This was such a fun outing. Definitely bring a swim suit so u can take a dip in the Mediterranean sea but make sure you have a towel with you as well. Our tour guide Matteo was informative and fun. Its good to b with…”

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13.Siracusa,Ortigia and Noto Tour

Discover Sicily’s highlights in one day with this guided tour through Syracuse, Ortigia, and Noto, featuring comfortable transport, free time, and stunning architecture.

★ 4.5

“Beautiful, informative, lots of walking Just loved the day!! Be prepared to be amazed .. and overwhelmed by the beauty!!”

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14.Siracusa – Ortigia & Noto Tour

Discover Sicily’s highlights on a private day tour visiting Syracuse, Ortigia, and Noto. Enjoy ancient ruins, baroque architecture, and local flavors with a knowledgeable guide.

★ 4.5

“Martino was very kind and had cold water for us in the car, which was very nice! He was informative and helpful & a great driver. My mom and I had a wonderful time in Noto & Siracusa!”

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15.Visit of the Ortigia market and cooking class of typical dishes

Discover authentic Sicilian flavors with a guided tour of Ortigia market and a hands-on cooking class. Enjoy local delicacies and culinary secrets in Sicily.

★ 5.0

“The best experience we had in Sicily by far! Such an authentic experience and amazing food, wine and cannoli!! So much fooood! So much fun going to the market to buy fresh fish, meat and cheeses. The chef and his daughter were a great team.…”

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More Syracuse & Ortigia Tours

5.0Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour with Prosecco1 hour (approx.)$24.14 4.5Boat tour in Pillirina, sea caves and Ortigia and prosecco2 hours (approx.)$54.31 5.0Classical Syracuse – Half day guided tour$238.17 4.0Syracuse & Noto – Day Tour from Taormina10 hours (approx.)$72.09 4.5Shared Tour by Minivan or Car from Syracuse to Ragusa, Noto and Modica8 hours (approx.)$174.21 5.0Ortigia: Syracuse’s Ancient Town Center Private Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$107.53 4.5Private Tour of Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto6 to 8 hours (approx.)$240.28 5.0Boat Excursion to Ortigia with Typical Homemade Lunch1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$84.10 5.0Syracuse Ortigia and Noto Private Tour$248.24 5.0Sicilian puppets in Syracuse: show with behind-the-scenes visit1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)$21.57 5.0Half Day Tour of Syracuse3 hours (approx.)$141.40 4.5Boat tour Ortigia and Syracuse sea caves1 hour (approx.)$24.03 5.0Ortigia market tour and traditional cooking lesson in the garden4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$240.28 5.0Baroque shades of Sicily (Noto, Modica and Ragusa day tour)8 hours (approx.)$132.15 5.0Extra virgin olive oil tasting in Syracuse – fairytale tour1 hour (approx.)$96.11 5.0Sunset Boat Tour in Syracuse2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$54.06 5.0Food and Culture Tour of Ortigia3 hours (approx.)$150.18 4.5Siracusa & Noto: small group tour from Taormina10 to 11 hours (approx.)$138.16 5.0Classical Ortigia Guided Group Tour2 hours (approx.)$30.12 5.0Day Trip: Noto and Siracusa Highlights From Catania or Taormina7 to 8 hours (approx.)$291.56 5.0Food + City Tour tour in Ortigia with an authorized guide2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)$138.55 5.0Ortigia APE-TUK TUK 1-hour private tour1 hour (approx.)$90.02 5.0Private One Way Transfer from Catania to Syracuse1 to 3 hours (approx.)$162.03 5.0Tour of the island of Ortigia Nature Reserve with Lunch4 hours (approx.)$108.02