Catania Trip Overview
A stop not to be missed. In one day you can visit the ancient archaeological heart of Syracuse, explore the most recent mysteries and walk on the island of Ortigia, the oldest part around which the city was born.
Ortigia contains colors, smells, romantic stories and irresistible views. It is no coincidence that it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Additional Info
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Starts: Catania, Italy
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Catania, Sicilia, Italy
A stop not to be missed. In one day you can visit the ancient archaeological heart of Syracuse, explore the most recent mysteries and walk on the island of Ortigia, the oldest part around which the city was born.
Ortigia contains colors, smells, romantic stories and irresistible views. It is no coincidence that it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Piazza Stesicoro, 95100 Catania, Sicily Italy
Pick up at the Info Point, from your hotel in Catania or from a meeting point to be agreed
Stop At: Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, Via Paradiso 14, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Visit to the Greek Theater, the Roman Amphitheater and the ear of Dionysus in the archaeological area of Syracuse
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Teatro Greco, Viale Paradiso 14 Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Once inside the Neapolis it is impossible not to visit the majestic Greek Theater, beautifully preserved
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ear of Dionysius (Orecchio di Dionisio), Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
After the Greek Theater follow the road that leads to the Latomie and stop at Orecchio di Dionisio, and let yourself be surprised by its incredible acoustics
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Latomia, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
If you have enough time, go all the way to the Latomie route and let yourself be enchanted by the landscape and history
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Anfiteatro Romano di Siracusa, Via Luigi Bernabo’ Brea 14, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
After the Greek Theater and the Orecchio di Dionisio, we advise you to stop and admire the Roman Amphitheater, just before leaving the park
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Santuario Madonna delle Lacrime, Via del Santuario 33, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Visit to the minor basilica and sanctuary, a famous pilgrimage place of the faithful that preserves an effigy in plaster remembered for its miraculous tears
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ortigia, Corso Umberto, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Visit to the oldest part of the city of Syracuse, passing through the temple of Apollo, the Piazza del Duomo with the cathedral, the church of Santa Lucia la Badia and the Aretusa source.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Temple of Apollo (Tempio di Apollo), Piazza Pancali Ortygia, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Upon entering Ortigia we will stop in front of the Apollo Temple, one of the oldest in Sicily
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Duomo di Siracusa, Piazza Duomo, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Passing through ancient and characteristic alleys, we will reach the Piazza del Duomo, where it is possible to visit the incredible Cathedral of Syracuse (ticket € 1.50 not included)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Chiesa di Santa Lucia alla Badia, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
A must to admire the church and the original Caravaggio kept inside
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Fonte Aretusa, Largo Aretusa Il dio innamorato è ALFEO e non Orfeo, inoltre c’è un errore di battitura nel nome di Artemide., 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Leaving the Piazza del Duomo we will head towards the sea and we will tell you about the incredible legend that characterizes the fresh water source of Ortigia
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Il Mercato di Ortigia, Via Trento Tra via Trento e via Trieste, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
If at this point you get hungry, we recommend a unique and very characteristic place where you can taste local products (not included in the price) … in the middle of the Ortigia market!
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Catania, Catania, Province of Catania, Sicily
Return to the starting point in Catania, passing through the city
