Private Tour
Private Tour of Syracuse's Neapolis Archaeological Area
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Neapolis Archaeological Park is where you’ll find Syracuse’s greatest classical ruins.
Neapolis (New City) was one of the five quarters of the greek city of Syracuse.
The ticket of the Neapolis Archaeological Park costs 17 euros per person. Free entrance under 18 and every first Sunday of the month.
During my guided walking tour of the Neapolis Archaeological Park I’ll show you, in chronological order, the Quarry of Paradise with the famous Ear of Dionysius and the Cave of the Rope-makers, the Greek Theatre, the Altar of Hiero II (the largest in the world) and the Roman Amphitheater.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ear of Dionysius
I will show you a cave unique in the world
Teatro Greco
I will show you the third largest greek theater in the world
What‘s Included
Dr. Enrica De Melio, PhD Archaeologist Guide
Transportation to/from attractions
Parking Fees
Biglietto d’ingresso all’Area Monumentale della Neapolis di Siracusa
Options
Syracuse: tour of the Neapolis Archaeological Park (max 6 guests)
Reviews
18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
History brought to life with an exceptional guide
SPC1105,,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our private tour of the Neapolitan Archaeological Park in Syracuse was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The communication and information provided from the point of booking were clear and helpful, making everything easy and well organised. Enrica, our guide, was exceptional — her PhD-level knowledge showed throughout the tour. She used pictures and diagrams to help us visualise how the site once looked, bringing the ancient history vividly to life. Friendly, enthusiastic, and engaging throughout, Enrica willingly answered all our questions and made the entire morning a truly wonderful and memorable experience.
The Rich History of Siracusa
JodyleeB,,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Archeological Park is not to be missed. The Roman Theatre, the Arena, Dionysus Ear and the Hieron Altar are perfectly complimented by the wonderful Mitoraj sculptures. Enrica is both a knowledgeable archeologist and a wonderful tour guide. Thank you for an unforgettable day.
Magna Grecia
learcoa,,Feb 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A step back in time of the Greeks, really interesting, carried out with a guide, with very exhaustive explanations, definitely to be done.
Thanks Enrica!
landel2024,,Mar 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks Enrica! His expertise, passion, friendliness and ability to take us into the history and archeology of Syracuse enriched our visit and made it truly complete. All this will allow us to carry with us, for a long time, the magic and spectacularity of this splendid city.
An immersion in Magna Graecia
giadacL475FN,,Oct 31, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Choosing the excursions proposed by Enrica De Melio of Viaggio a Sud Est was a unique experience, a gentle immersion in Magna Graecia, in the enthusiasm and preparation of a tour guide who is also a passionate archaeologist.
High cultural level
Albani2018,,Sep 29, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Actually my wife and I matched the visit to Neapolis (morning) and Ortigia (afternoon). We liked the CV of Enrica, a busy "in the trenches" as an archaeologist. And in fact, having a precise and punctual guide and with considerable ability to synthesise (in addition to the enthusiasm of those who do research, therefore have strong motivations) completely changes your vision: those that, for a hasty observer, risk remaining as "heaps of stones" become what they really are: precious objects with 3000 years of history. A whole other level that, in a beautiful city like Syracuse, becomes unmissable.
Professionalism and sympathy
farfallina68,,Sep 11, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked several experiences with Enrica thanks to the reviews read and we were not disappointed. We spent two very pleasant days in the company of a passionate and very prepared expert guide and archaeologist. Thanks to her we have enjoyed and loved all the places we have lived together. The beauties of Sicily are certainly known but alone it is not the same thing. I recommend visits to Noto, Syracuse, Vendicari Reserve and the villa of Tellaro.
The professionalism of Elica makes the visit beautiful
FraSpiga,,Sep 4, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enrica She was very professional, friendly and helpful. The guided tour of the archaeological area is absolutely recommended. With Erica you can appreciate in every detail the Greek and Roman Syracuse.
Visit of the Archaeological Park in the Neapolis of Syracuse
camizappo,,Aug 12, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience we had with our guide Enrica, with the tour of the Archaeological Park of Neapolis of Syracuse. A great passion, dedication and preparation in explaining in detail every aspect of the Park. It was a great fortune to be accompanied by an experienced guide like you. Highly recommended.
A great experience , a great passion in telling the story thanks to
michelecW5192YW,,Oct 24, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great passion in telling the story, it is unthinkable to visit such an interesting site without an expert guide thanks to
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