From Catania: Syracuse, Ortygia, & Noto Tour with Tickets
Southern Italy, Sicily
Explore the Greek and Roman monuments in the archaeological park of Neapolis on this trip from Catania. See Ortygia Island and visit the small town of Noto to see its Sicilian Baroque architecture.
Discover ancient Greek and Roman ruins, baroque architecture, and historic sites on a full-day tour from Catania to Syracuse and Noto.
Begin with hotel pickup in Catania before traveling to the Neapolis Archaeological Park in Syracuse, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore classical Greek and Roman monuments with a self-guided tour, including the Greek Theatre with its large cavea, ancient Roman streets, the limestone cave known as the 'Ear of Dionysius,' and the Amphitheatre from the Roman imperial era.
Next, visit Ortygia Island, the historic center of Syracuse. Discover Greek temples, Christian churches, Arabian streets, the Arethusa fountain, and Piazza del Duomo, featuring baroque palaces such as Beneventano del Bosco Palace and Senate Palace.
After lunch (own expense), travel to Noto, famous for its Sicilian Baroque architecture and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002. Walk along Corso Vittorio Emanuele to admire numerous palaces and churches collectively called the 'Stone Garden.'
Highlights
- Explore Greek and Roman temples at Neapolis Archaeological Park
- Visit Ortygia Island’s historic sites in Syracuse
- Wander among baroque palaces in Noto
- See the Arethusa fountain
- Admire the largest cavea built by the ancient Greeks
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by shuttle bus
- Multilingual tour leader
- Entry ticket to Neapolis Archaeological Park
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Guided tour of Neapolis Archaeological Park
Important Information
- This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants to operate
- If booking alone is unavailable, it means no other travelers are booked for that day; check back later to rebook
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. Morning departures are recommended to avoid afternoon heat and crowds.
