Syracuse is one of the most beautiful cities on the southeastern coast of Sicily. It is known for the ruins of Greco-Roman antiquity, countless Baroque churches and breathtaking scenery, but also for the local food, customs and traditions. The ideal way to visit it is on 2 wheels. With us you can rent a bike or scooter at low prices and on the OrtigiaTour.it website you can find lots of tours and excursions to visit Syracuse with a tour guide for an unforgettable experience! Or you can join our free escorted bike tour of 2h and 30′ elected best tour 2020! If you are wondering what to see in Syracuse here are the 5 most beautiful places you must visit!
1 Ortigia
TheIsland of Ortigia represents the historic center of Syracuse and is a must-see for all who visit these places. It is no coincidence that it has been elected a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Walking through the streets of the historic center you can admire a triumph of palaces, churches, courtyards, temples, fountains and castles that will leave you breathless.
Discover Ortiga tour with tour guide
2 Neapolis Archaeological Park
If you want to rediscover Greek and Roman Syracuse, the Neapolis Archaeological Park is an open-air museum as well as a true green lung with its centuries-old olive and citrus groves. Inside you can admire the Ear of Dionysius, the Roman Amphitheater and the Greek Theater along with other very important monuments of ancient civilization.
Discover the visit to the Neapolis Archaeological Park
3 Noto
Noto is the capital of Sicilian Baroque, under UNESCO protection since 2002 along with the other towns in the valley. Noto will impress you with its monuments and historic buildings! Its beauty, so harmonious that it looks like a fictional, scene from a Tornatore film, dates back to V B.C. but was born from a tragic fact: following the 1693 earthquake it was rebuilt in an entirely Baroque style.
Discover the tour of Noto with a guide
4 Marzamemi
Marzamemi is a beautiful seaside village in the province of Syracuse, a few kilometers away from Noto. It rises and develops entirely on the sea. Its birth dates back to around the year one thousand, when the Arabs built here the Tonnara, which for many centuries was the main one in the whole of Eastern Sicily. Marzamemi is a place of great charm and suggestion, but also of delicious food where the historic link between the town and the sea is still perceived.
5 Nature Oasis of Vendicari
TheVendicari Oasis is a nature reserve established by the Region of Sicily that covers more than 15,000 hectares. No resorts, umbrellas, deck chairs and drinks on the beach. Just crystal clear sea, spectacular cliffs and white beaches to fully enjoy the incredible natural beauty of southeastern Sicily. Within the reserve, an entire ecosystem lives undisturbed. Flamingos, Herons, Storks and other migratory birds can frequently be seen.
