Private tour to Syracuse - Archaeological Park and Ortigia with option of Food and Wine tasting

Highlights

Your private guide will pick you up at your hotel in Ortigia, and in relaxed atmosphere you will arrive to Neapolis Archaeological park, UNESCO world heritage, one of the most important archaeological parks in Italy. Here you will discover the most significant ancient monuments - Greek Theater, the biggest Greek theater in Sicily, legendary "Ear of Dionysius" cave, famous for its unique acoustics, altar of Hiero, ancient Greek quarries "Latomie", Roman amphitheater, Nympheum fountain, and enjoy spectacular panoramic view from the top of the hill. Then you will visit Ortigia: Greek Apollo Temple, Cathedral Square with its bright limestone buildings - the Cathedral, Palazzo Beneventano, St. Lucy's Church, Arethusa Fountain, Jewish Quarter, Archimedes Square, Fountain of Diana. The tour will end at local market where you can feel unforgettable atmosphere of Southern Italy. Optionally: visit of one of the best enoteca in Syracuse, where you can taste excellent Sicilian red and white wines with traditional food (bruschettas, meat and cheese delicacies, vegetables, fresh bread, olives and olive oil). Private tour guarantees individual approach and personal attention from your guide.

Summary

Your private guide will pick you up at your hotel in Ortigia, and in relaxed atmosphere you will arrive to Neapolis Archaeological park, UNESCO world heritage, one of the most important archaeological parks in Italy. Here you will discover the most significant ancient monuments - Greek Theater, the biggest Greek theater in Sicily, legendary "Ear of Dionysius" cave, famous for its unique acoustics, altar of Hiero, ancient Greek quarries "Latomie", Roman amphitheater, Nympheum fountain, and enjoy spectacular panoramic view from the top of the hill. Then you will visit Ortigia: Greek Apollo Temple, Cathedral Square with its bright limestone buildings - the Cathedral, Palazzo Beneventano, St. Lucy's Church, Arethusa Fountain, Jewish Quarter, Archimedes Square, Fountain of Diana. The tour will end at local market where you can feel unforgettable atmosphere of Southern Italy. Optionally: visit of one of the best enoteca in Syracuse, where you can taste excellent Sicilian red and white wines with traditional food (bruschettas, meat and cheese delicacies, vegetables, fresh bread, olives and olive oil). Private tour guarantees individual approach and personal attention from your guide.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Why take this tour?

Take a 4-5 hr private tour to Syracuse's Neapolis Archaeological park, UNESCO world heritage, and historical center of the city - Ortigia, one of the most beautiful and ancient places in the world. Hotel pick-up and drop-off included. With your private professional guide you will discover the most important Greek and Roman monuments - the Greek Theater, the biggest Greek theater in Sicily, the legendary "Ear of Dionysius", famous for its unique acoustics, the altar of Hiero, the ancient Greek quarries "Latomie", the Roman amphitheater. You will sightsee beautiful Ortigia with many important buildings and monuments, enjoy not-so-beaten paths and feel the exceptional atmosphere of Southern Italy visiting colorful fruit and fish markets. Private tour guarantees friendly and relaxed atmosphere and personal attention from your guide. After the tour, you may optionally enjoy great wines and traditional food at one of the best wine restaurants in Syracuse.

What’s included?

Driver/guide
Local guide
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Food tasting (optionally)
Wine tasting (optionally)
Entrance fees to Archaeological park (10 euro for adults, discounts for children)

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

We have private tours, only for your party, however at the beginning of the excursion we will give each guest a mask, protective gloves and hand sanitizer.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Prestelli Sicily Tours

About operator:

Prestelli Sicily Tours is a DMC and Tour Operator specialized in private one day and mulitday tours of Sicily. As a true expert on the island, we provide authentic activities and emotional experiences all around Sicily, including private excursions with the best hand-picked local guides, tasting of amazing Sicilian food and wines, unique cooking classes and dinners in real Sicilian families, painting experiences with local artists, and so much more. All our tours are private and include pickup and drop-off at hotels and ports, and transportation by private cars, vans or busses. Tours can be customized in accordance with travelers' wishes and preferences. We put a lot of passion and commitment into our work and always strive for the best customer service. Our goal is to deliver unforgettable, emotional experiences to our travelers. We believe that Sicily is one of the most delightful destinations because of its unbelievable beauty, architecture, history, cuisine, and amazing nature.