Private tour to Syracuse - Archaeological Park and Ortigia with option of Food and Wine tasting
Overview
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.
Inclusions
- Driver/guide
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Food tasting (optionally)
- Wine tasting (optionally)
What to expect
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.
Stop At:
• Duomo di Siracusa, Piazza Duomo, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Additional information
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- 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.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
Cancellation
Fabuleux. Notre guide était charmant et très intéressant, il nous a fait partager sa passion pour l’histoire de son pays . La trattoria dans laquelle nous avons fini notre journée nous avait préparé tout un assortiment de délicieuses spécialités siciliennes …. Tout simplement parfait
Fabuleux. Notre guide était charmant et très intéressant, il nous a fait partager sa passion pour l’histoire de son pays . La trattoria dans laquelle nous avons fini notre journée nous avait préparé tout un assortiment de délicieuses spécialités siciliennes …. Tout simplement parfaitWhat an amazing time we had! We are a family of five (3 boys 6-15 yrs old). Our guide Paolo was great! He wanted to show and tell us as much as possible but was also so accommodating when we need to take a snack or picture break. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn about ort...
What an amazing time we had! We are a family of five (3 boys 6-15 yrs old). Our guide Paolo was great! He wanted to show and tell us as much as possible but was also so accommodating when we need to take a snack or picture break. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn about ortiga/Syracuse! Also the wine bar for the tour was top notch! The food and wine was out of this world as was the information about the wine. I would book this tour again when we have friends or family in town!A great trip to beautiful Syracuse with delicious lunch and knowledgeable guide. Unfortunately the archaeological site was closed due to flooding and a few things closed because of Covid but these things were beyond the organiser’s control. Driven there and back by Elena, a very careful driver a...
A great trip to beautiful Syracuse with delicious lunch and knowledgeable guide. Unfortunately the archaeological site was closed due to flooding and a few things closed because of Covid but these things were beyond the organiser’s control. Driven there and back by Elena, a very careful driver and good company.Our tour guide Biagio unfortunately was not good. He is a lovely very nice gentleman and I’m sorry to be providing this feedback but this tour was very demanding physically and he was not in the best shape for it. He went way too slow and we missed seeing key landmarks because of that. He didn’t ...
Our tour guide Biagio unfortunately was not good. He is a lovely very nice gentleman and I’m sorry to be providing this feedback but this tour was very demanding physically and he was not in the best shape for it. He went way too slow and we missed seeing key landmarks because of that. He didn’t give us much information, most of the time it was a quiet stroll and he had no answers for questions we asked. It may have been a language barrier or lack of knowledge. He did tell us a lot about the plants (which we were not interested in). Way too much money for the lack of education we felt by the end. The ristorante that was part of this tour was outstanding though.Our guide Matilda was great! The food and wine tasting were amazing! I would differently recommend this tour!
Our guide Matilda was great! The food and wine tasting were amazing! I would differently recommend this tour!Paulo gave us a great tour of Syracuse's Archeological Park and then Ortigia. He is very knowledgeable and personable so it was a pleasure for us to spend the morning with him. After his tour, we had a much better understanding of the history and cultural richness of Syracuse and Ortigia. To fini...
Paulo gave us a great tour of Syracuse's Archeological Park and then Ortigia. He is very knowledgeable and personable so it was a pleasure for us to spend the morning with him. After his tour, we had a much better understanding of the history and cultural richness of Syracuse and Ortigia. To finish the tour, he dropped us off at a bistro in the market where he had arranged for a delicious lunch. We definitely recommend taking this tour with Paulo!