Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: SR - Area: Siracusa surroundings
Syracuse is a fascinating thousand-year-old city that has its roots in a distant and glorious past: for beauty and importance it was a rival of Carthage and Athens; for Cicero it was the largest and most beautiful of all Greek cities.
Syracuse is the city of myth due to the rich mythological heritage that permeates the territory.
Syracuse is known for being the city of Archimedes and Santa Lucia , two of his illustrious fellow citizens.
Syracuse is known for its historic center, the Island of Ortigia, rich in natural and architectural wonders.
Syracuse is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What is the best time to visit Siracusa?
Siracusa can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Siracusa during the year.
If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.
Greek Arsenal of Syracuse
Roman Gymnasium of Syracuse
Church of San Filippo Apostolo of Syracuse
Impellizzeri Palace in Syracuse
Palazzo Francica Nava in Syracuse
Church of San Nicolò ai Cordari in Syracuse
Church of the Holy Spirit in Syracuse
Church of San Martino in Syracuse
Catacombs of Vigna Cassia in Syracuse
Urbica Gate in Syracuse
Montevergini Civic Gallery in Syracuse
Sirmuma Museum of Sea in Syracuse
Montalto Palace in Syracuse
Galermi Aqueduct in Syracuse
Church of San Tommaso al Pantheon in Syracuse
Dionysian Walls in Syracuse
Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli in Syracuse
Scea Gate in Syracuse
Angolo Del Papiro Museum in Syracuse
Palombara Cave Nature Reserve
Source Ciane Nature Reserve in Syracuse
Pillirina Cave in Siracusa
Tuna Fishery of Santa Panagia in Syracuse
Plemmirio Nature Reserve
Rock Due Fratelli in Syracuse
Aretusa Park in Syracuse
Greek Theater of Syracuse
Ara of Hieron in Syracuse
Saltpeter Cave in Syracuse
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Tears in Syracuse
Eurialo Castle in Syracuse
Neapolis Archaeological Park
Ear of Dionysus in Syracuse
Cave of Cordari in Syracuse
Roman amphitheater of Syracuse
Latomia of Paradise in Syracuse
Cave of Nymphaeum in Syracuse
Latomia of Cappuccini in Syracuse
Aretusa Source in Syracuse
Maniace castle in Syracuse
Cathedral of Syracuse
Piazza Duomo of Syracuse
Temple of Apollo in Syracuse
Archaeological Museum in Syracuse
Gallery of Palazzo Bellomo in Syracuse
Ortigia Island
Crypt of San Marciano in Syracuse
Fountain of Diana in Syracuse
Catacombs of San Giovanni in Syracuse
Leonardo Da Vinci and Archimedes Museum in Syracuse
Athena Temple in Syracuse
Hypogeum of Piazza Duomo in Syracuse
Church of Santa Lucia al Sepolcro in Syracuse
Papyrus Museum in Syracuse
Statue of Archimedes in Syracuse
Artemision of Syracuse
Technopark Archimede of Syracuse
Tomb of Archimedes in Syracuse
Museum of Puppets of Syracuse
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Siracusa
You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.
To view a list of business activity within tourism in SiracusaClick here
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Siracusa. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Siracusa surroundings
Siracusa surroundings
Siracusa surroundings
Siracusa surroundings
