Private Tour

Siracusa - Ortigia & Noto Tour

Overview

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Pick-up from accomodation and transfer to Syracuse where you will visit the wonderful Neapolis Archaeological Park for a walk immersed in the history of the great Greek civilization. Afterwords, visit of Ortigia (Syracuse's island) and its historical center, where you can wander around the local market, see and buy local products and souvenirs before sitting in a typical characteristic delicatessen shop (BURGIO) where you can taste typical homemade products like delicious selection of cold cuts and cheese, olives, dried tomatoes, aubergines, mushrooms etc...everything served with hot bread to emphasize the special taste of fresh products. Head out to Noto, one of the most important baroque centers in Sicily, where you will admire the most important baroque buildings in Sicily and taste one of our delicious desserts, like cannolo, cassata, granita etc...

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

Gratuities

Specialized guide

Entrance fees to attractions

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Parco Archeologico della Neapolis

The tour starts with the Neapolis archeological park, the most characteristic part of Syracuse, where you will see the Greek theatre, Latomie del Paradiso, Ear of Dionysius and the Roman amphitheatre.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Ortigia

Next stop will be Ortigia with the ruins of the earliest Greek constructions. Among them, the most important one is the Cathedral of Syracuse which rises on the highest point of the small Island of Ortigia. A very important and famous spot of Ortigia is the Arethusa Fountain, situated on a wide terrace overlooking the sea and where the papyrus plants grow.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Departure from Taormina

Pick up in Taormina Area: This option includes in the price the pick-up of customers from a hotel or other structure located in the Taormina area.
Pickup included

Siracusa - Ortigia & Noto Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.50

62 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Exceptional service
Janet N,
Aug 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our driver Martino arrived on time and the car was very comfortable. We had a very pleasant day checking out the sites. Martino was very helpful by explaining where to go and how long it may take to explore. We highly recommend this private tour.
Noto and Siracusa
Pamela Z,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Martino was very kind and had cold water for us in the car, which was very nice! He was informative and helpful & a great driver. My mom and I had a wonderful time in Noto & Siracusa!
Private driver with nice...
Abbi P,
Aug 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Private driver with nice air conditioned vehicle. Ricardo was so helpful with tips and suggestions at each spot, he went above and beyond the “driver” duties. He walked us into each town and helped us buy tickets when needed. Throughout the drive we could Also ask questions about the towns and Sicily in general. Highly recommend!
Our driver was very...
Peter E,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our driver was very knowledgeable and gave us great suggestions on what to see and do. He expertly got us to each location and talked about Sicilian life.
Very nice day trip with Martino!
Vaidehi G,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Martino our driver was excellent- he was a safe and wonderful driver and gave us a lot of information on the towns we visited - we had a great day mostly thanks to him !