The Fonte Aretusa is one of the highlights in Ortigia, the historical centre of Syracuse, a freshwater spring that's studded with wild papyrus. According to legend the Arcadian nymph Arethusa, a handmaiden of the goddess Artemis, fled underwater through the Mediterranean Sea from Greece to Sicily. She wanted to escape the persistent advances of Alpheus, God of Rivers, who was madly in love with her. Arethusa asked Artemis for help and the goddess transformed her into the freshwater spring we can see today. Alpheus left his home, the river Alfeios on the Peloponnese in Greece, and followed her. According to one legend Alpheus is still trying to find his Arethusa in the Med, according to another he located his love and mixed his own waters with hers.
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Visit Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, on a day trip. Explore Taormina, a popular village perched on a cliff overlooking the sea.
Journey back to the days of the Greeks and Romans in Sicily on a full-day trip to Agrigento and Piazza Armerina. Admire the ruins of Greek temples and more.
Discover 2 unique places in Sicily. Visit the city of Caltagirone, famous for arts, ceramics and baroque, and the city of Piazza Armerina, home to the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale.
Visit the Roman heart of Sicily and charming Greek temples in one day. See the incredible mosaics of the Villa Romana del Casale and take a guided tour of the Valley of the Temples.
Set off on a guided walking tour of Palermo’s old town, admiring its landmarks and exploring its bustling markets. Stop to taste a selection of street food as you learn about local cuisine firsthand.
Discover 3 of the top sites in western Sicily on this full-day tour. Visit Segesta, Nubia, the Salt Pans of Trapani and the hill-top town of Erice.
Discover the highlights of Palermo and enjoy 2 routes with 1 ticket. This open-top, hop-on hop-off bus tour includes stops near Piazza Quattro Canti, Villa Malfitano, Palazzo Steri, and many more.
Visit Taormina, known as "the Pearl of the Ionian sea" and discover the beauty of the Ancient Theater, one of the most famous and visited monuments in Sicily. Then explore Castelmola's medieval heritage and marvel at breathtaking sea views.
Discover Syracuse, the main Greek colony in Sicily, home to some of the island's most exciting historical sites. Along with your trusty guide, visit sites such as the Archaeological Park, Neapolis, and Ortigia island amongst others.
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