205SightseeingCulture and history

    Classical Ortigia Guided Group Tour

    4.8(30 reviews)
    By Hermes Sicily Tourist guides groupProduct code 14188P19
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    Duration

    2 hours

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    En, Guide, Service Guide, It

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Pickup

    Pickup details available

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Europe/Rome

    Why Travelers Love This

    4.8 rating from 30 reviews2 hoursMobile ticketsPickup details available

    Overview

    Discover Ortigia, the historic center of Syracuse with this group tour that crosses places and history of the island. Starting from the temple of Apollo, the oldest Greek temple in Sicily, we will cross picturesque streets to reach Piazza del Duomo, where it will be possible to visit the interior of the Cathedral (optional visit, possible only when there are no religious services in progress). Leaving Piazza Duomo and the church of Santa Lucia we will reach the enchanting Fonte Aretusa, one of the legendary places of Ortigia. Finally we will walk the less traveled paths of the Giudecca, the ancient Jewish quarter. During this group tour, you will have the opportunity to explore Ortigia together with other passionate travellers, sharing the wonders of this Sicilian pearl. Join us on this group tour which offers a unique experience to discover the secrets of Ortigia.

    What's Included

    Other

    Radio guide receivers in the case of a large group

    Other

    Entrance ticket to the cathedral (optional internal visit) 2 Euros per person

    Meeting And Pickup

    Meeting point

    The meeting point is in the clearing in front of the temple of Apollo, on the right side, in the area between the pedestrian crossing towards Corso Matteotti and the benches. Depending on the season, the exact spot may vary slightly. The guide will have a Hermes Sicily Tours logo.

    End point

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    Pickup details

    Meet Everyone At Start Point

    Itinerary

    Standard2 hours
    1

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    10 minutesNot Applicable

    After meeting our guide you will discover the origins of the Greek city and the characteristics of this temple dedicated to the god of light.

    2

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    10 minutesNot Applicable

    We will walk through the alleys of Ortigia and the ancient Spirduta district, discovering its urban legends and the medieval Palazzo Montalto.

    3

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    10 minutesNot Applicable

    We will reach Piazza Archimede and discover the neoclassical fountain of Diana and the suggestive buildings that surround the square.

    4

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    Not Applicable

    We will walk through the suggestive alleys that lead to the heart of the historic center.

    5

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    10 minutesNot Applicable

    We will admire the sumptuous Piazza Duomo and the buildings that surround the beating heart of Syracuse.

    6

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    20 minutesNo

    The guide will show you the peculiarities of the Cathedral of Syracuse, a unique church in the world as it is a Baroque-style cathedral built on an ancient Greek temple. In the event that there are no religious functions, it will optionally be possible to visit the interior as well (entrance ticket not included). Those who prefer not to visit the inside of the building will have a short break for a coffee break.

    7

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    15 minutesNot Applicable

    We will discover the church of Santa Lucia and the guide will tell you about this important religious holiday and the most important painting of Syracuse, the work of Caravaggio.

    8

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    15 minutesNot Applicable

    Leaving Piazza Duomo we will reach the sea and the legendary Aretusa spring where it will be possible to admire the papyrus plants and where you will discover the romantic myth linked to this place.

    9

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    10 minutesNot Applicable

    We will cross the island reaching the suggestive eastern promenade and the small beach of Cala Rossa

    10

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    20 minutesNot Applicable

    We will end the tour by crossing the picturesque Giudecca district, the ancient Jewish quarter of Syracuse.

    Additional Info

    Stroller Accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Pets Welcome

    Service animals allowed

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Physical Easy

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Policy type

    Standard

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.

    Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

    Review Summary

    4.8

    30 reviews

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