Ortigia Travel Guide
Syracuse
Popular places to visit
Lungomare di Ortigia
You can take time to visit Lungomare di Ortigia during your travels to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Temple of Apollo
You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a visit to Temple of Apollo. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Cathedral of Syracuse
Learn about the local history of Syracuse with a stop at Cathedral of Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Piazza del Duomo
You can find out about the history of Syracuse with a trip to Piazza del Duomo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.
Porta Marina
Explore the waterfront in Syracuse with a trip to Porta Marina. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Fonte Aretusa
Fonte Aretusa is just one of the places to see in Syracuse, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Ortigia
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
"The hotel is ideally situated as a base for walking around the sights of Ortigia and Siracusa. Our room was clean, spacious and comfortable and the free water and soft drinks in the minibar were a bonus! Breakfast was excellent with a wide choice of food and drink and set us up for each day. The ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
"This is a fabulous old style hotel brought up to date in a really good location for Ortigia. The rooftop restaurant and terrace have a beautiful view and breakfast has a very large choice and is very good. The staff are extremely attentive and all seem to have the freedom to chat to guests like human ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
"The in-room WiFi wasn’t working and they said it wouldn’t be working. That the in-room was a third party and they had no control!! Out coffee table was about to fall apart. Maintenance did come to try and save it but they couldn’t. So we had to live with it for the duration of our stay. The bar was ..."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
"We loved our stay here: the breakfast was nice with a good variety of options; the air conditioning wasn't limited by the hotel staff like many properties in Italy seem to be; the staff were incredibly friendly - when we requested a pillow top for the bed they didn't have any so they went out and ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection
"Magnifique hôtel de luxe au cœur de Syracuse. Emplacement de choix, propreté et service remarquable. Matelas, literie et oreiller très confortable."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Domus Mariae Albergo
"Wonderful location in Ortigia. Our room had a small balcony overlooking the sea. We could hear the waves at night. Be aware that there is no elevator; reception is one flight of stairs above the street and rooms above that. The staff helped us bring our luggage upstairs, however. There is no parking ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ortigia
Santa Lucia
Santa Lucia is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porto Piccolo and Ionian Sea.
Neapolis
While visiting Neapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse and Archaeological Park of Neapolis.
Acradina
You'll enjoy the churches and seaside views in Acradina. You might want to make time for a stop at Ionian Sea or Capuchin Quarry.
Grottasanta
Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.
Tiche
Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Epipoli
While Epipoli isn't home to many top sights, Greek Theatre of Syracuse and Archaeological Park of Neapolis are some notable places to visit nearby.
