Tour of Ortigia and the Neapolis Archaeological Park
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Immerse yourself in a unique experience that will lead you to discover the wonders of Syracuse and Ortigia in a single tour!
Your adventure will begin with a look at the Archaeological Area of Neapolis, an open-air museum that holds thousand-year-old secrets of Syracuse.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The entrance ticket to the Neapolis Archaeological Park will be directly provided by the guide at the meeting point
The entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Syracuse will be in the possession of the guide
The tour could be carried out simultaneously in Italian and English
Please reach the meeting point 20 minutes before the start of the activity
If you reach Ortigia on your own for the second part of the tour, you will meet your Guide at 11am in front of the Temple of Apollo
Visits to the monuments may vary depending on holidays and/or opening hours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Starting from the suggestive Largo Anfiteatro, you will walk inside the park and explore the ancient Latomie del Paradiso, the Grotta dei Cordari and the majestic Greek Theatre, symbol of the Neapolis Park and all of Syracuse. You will admire the magnificence of the Grotta del Ninfeo and the Altar of Hieron before reaching the imposing Roman Amphitheatre, where gladiator fights and classical theater works took place. From here - independently - you will venture towards the enchanting island of Ortigia, the beating heart of Syracusan civilisation, where art and culture blend in a unique harmony. Your Walking Tour of Ortigia will start from the Temple of Apollo, dating back to the 6th century BC, and will take you to discover the historic Piazza Archimede, Piazza Duomo and the Cathedral. You will end your tour reaching the legendary Fonte Aretusa, linked to a romantic love story between Aretusa and Alpheus, a fresh water spring a few steps from the sea.
What‘s Included
Transfer from Neapolis to Ortigia
Entrance ticket to the Neapolis Archaeological Park
Certified Guide
Entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Syracuse
Guided tour of the Archaeological Park of Neapolis and Ortigia
Everything not included in "Includes"
Options
German Tour
Tour in Italian
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
See both Ortigia and the Archaeoligical Park in one tour
Q2923FVrobertw,,Jan 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The 2 visit package is a very efficient way to see the 2 main attractions. Both are really worth the visits. We used the local bus from the Archaeological Park to transfer to Ortigia for part two. After that we then had the rest of the day to explore on our own.
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