Syracuse Tours

Shave hours off your travel time and skip the hassle train schedules with this private transfer from Syracuse to Agrigento. Enjoy pickup directly at your hotel or other location in Syracuse and relax on board an air-conditioned sedan or minivan during the scenic drive. Opt to stop at a town or two along the way to break up the trip and arrive in Agrigento rested and ready to explore.

Visit the small baroque villages around Syracuse on a full-day tour. Visit the hilltop city of Ragusa to see its many baroque buildings and enjoy free time to explore. Then, it's on to Modica, famous for its history of chocolate making, where you can sample the delicious dessert. Finally, stop in Noto for a lunch break and more free time to explore the city’s architecture.

Stroll and sightsee around Ortigia, the historic center of Siracuse, and learn about the city from a local guide. Taking place in the cool early evening, the 2-hour walking tour showcases locally loved spots such as via Cavour and the Jewish district as well as Siracuse Duomo, the Arethusa Fountain, and other landmarks. You’ll hear the secrets of centuries of Sicilian history and traditions as you explore.

Discover the excellent food and wine of Syracuse on a 2.5-hour walking tour in Ortygia, the historic old city center. Your knowledgeable local guide takes you to three family-owned eateries to taste a variety of authentic dishes such as appetizers, fresh fish and pastries, accompanied by samples of wine and liquor. You’ll also pass landmarks including the Piazza San Rocco, Piazza del Duomo, Santa Lucia church, Piazza San Giuseppe and the Piazza Archimede with its stunning Fountain of Diana, providing another experience of Sicily’s rich culture.

Sicily is known for its unique cuisine and there’s no better way to experience the culinary side of the island than with a local. Join a home cook to choose ingredients at the neighborhood market and food shops, and then head to their Syracuse kitchen for a cooking demonstration featuring classic Sicilian dishes. Cap off your experience with a four-course lunch or dinner including wine and, of course, espresso!

The largest active volcano: Mount Etna. Through a beautiful landscape arriving to 1900 mt station. Visit of the Silvestri’s Craters, now extinct. Optional ascent to the area of the main crater with cable car and jeep. Free time for lunch. The trip continues to Taormina, a charming town located in a stunning setting between the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Etna. Free time for shopping on the main street, and wondering around the narrow streets and alleyways.

Syracuse's UNESCO-listed Neapolis Archaeological Park contains some of Italy's top ancient ruins, but interpreting the Greek and Roman remains on your own can be a challenge. With this private tour, enjoy insights into the history and architecture of highlights like the Greek Theater, Altar of Hieron, and Roman amphitheater while you explore the vast site on foot with your guide.

Etna & Taormina One Day Tour is the unique opportunity to join two best-seller tours in one day, comfortable minivan, professional licensed guide assistance during the whole day, all-inclusive tour with no more expenditures, enough free time for shopping and souvering. + Visit the highest active vulcano with us + Explore the recent activities + Taste local products + Enjoy the most beautiful place in Sicily, Taormina + Dream on the most breath-taking paroramic Square in Italy + Visit the Ancient Theatre of Taormina + Learn the charming love stories of the most glorious town + Taste some delicious Italian ice-cream + Make a wish where it comes really true + Just enjoy the most beautiful day in Italy

Experience some of the best in Italian cuisine during this private culinary experience during which you’ll learn to create three regional dishes and sample local wines. Benefit from the attention of your personal host, as they teach you Italian cooking tricks you can replicate at home, all from the privacy of their home. Finally, dine with them for an intimate experience not all travelers get to enjoy.

Explore the tallest vocano in Europe during this full-day private expedition to Sicily’s iconic Mt. Etna. Enjoy comfortable, climate-controlled transfers, with door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your hotel. Tour itineraries can be adapted to participants, with excursions to lower or upper craters. A panoramic picnic lunch is offered at an additional cost.

Some history-focused group walking tours can feel impersonal and rushed. Enjoy an intimate experience on this private walking tour of the small island of Ortygia in the historic center of Syracuse. As you walk from the ancient Greek Temple of Apollo to the Arethusa Fountain and through the Jewish Quarter, your guide reveals the rich history of the ancient city.

Discover the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Noto Valley during this full-day tour from Syracuse. Explore the Baroque-style towns of Ragusa and Scicli, taste the famous Modica chocolate made from an ancient recipe, and discover the rich history of the region from your guide. A light lunch and round-trip transport from Syracuse are included.

Taormina and Castelmola are two of eastern Sicily’s top destinations, but the logistics of touring by public transportation can be tedious. On this private tour, save hours with hotel pickup and transportation directly from Syracuse. Enjoy a private walking tour of Taormina to marvel at its Greek Theater and other highlights before heading to the village of Castelmola. Stroll the medieval lanes, stopping at the landmark bar for a sample of almond wine.

Explore the traditions and culture of the beautiful town of Noto on this tour from Syracuse. Enjoy a guided tour of the charming town with a knowledgeable guide, admiring the exquisite Baroque architecture. Spend some time wandering the main shopping streets at your leisure.

Though known for its ancient landmarks and history, Syracuse also boasts a rich culinary culture that shouldn’t be overlooked. Combine a market tour with a cooking class for comprehensive insight into Sicilian cuisine and benefit from the full attention of your local host throughout. Browse fresh produce in a bustling market, get hands-on experience preparing three regional specialties, and enjoy an intimate dining experience with your private party and host.

Consiglio i viaggiatori di effettuare questa tipologia di tour ecologico perché, essendo un risciò concede l’accesso nella zona pedonale,un abirinto con vicoletti storici permette di visitare l’isola di ortigia a 360 gradi, sia interna che esterna con soste, spiegazione e foto scattate dai driver.

The evening lights and the sea certainly offer unique emotions.We will sail along the coast of Ortigia, admiring the Porto Piccolo and Porto Grande, as well as the most evocative points of the island, such as the Umberto I Bridge, the Ex Bourbon Prison, the Lungomare di Levante, Castello Maniace, Fonte Aretusa, the Duomo, Lungomare Alfeo. You can sip good wine while admiring the charm of Ortigia in the evening.

Departure by bus to Marzamemi, wonderful seaside village! The history of this small village began in 1752 along with the construction of the tonnara, around which the palace of Prince of Villadorata was built. A visit to an artisan workshop where the tuna bottarga is produced, under oil, and it still has traditional methodologies. Continue by bus to Porto Palo di Capo Passero, where you will see the remains of an ancient tuna station dominated by Castle Tafuri.

Be enchanted by the charm of the island of Ortigia strolling through the maze of alleys that distinguishes it, relive ancient myths and legends still alive in every corner of the island and take in the power of the ancient Greek colony in front of the most beautiful square of Sicily, dominated by the stunning Cathedral in baroque style, once a temple dedicated to Athena.

Visit the towns of Syracuse and Noto on this full-day tour. Explore the ancient Greek archeological sites such as the Ear of Dionysius and the Greek Theater. Then head into the city to tour Ortigia Island with its beautiful cathedral built above a Greek temple. The last stop is the “Baroque Capital” of Noto to see some of its beautiful architecture and aristocratic palaces.

Explore Noto without the hassle of planning on a private tour with round-trip transport from the doorstep of your Syracuse accommodation. Your guide, who ensures you never get lost, offers an inside perspective and wealth of stories about the town’s rich history and culture. Enjoy your guide's full attention and plenty of time for questions at each stop on the itinerary, from Porta Reale to San Carlo Church.

Explore the deep historical roots of Sicily on this private tour. Spend four to five hours touring monuments and landmarks in Syracuse and learning about their fascinating past. See spots that were important in classical Greek and Roman times, and take a walking tour of Ortigia, the center of Syracuse. If you have selected that option, a visit to a top restaurant completes the tour with a tasting of local wines and food.

Make your transfer between Syracuse and Palermo an interesting one with this private experience. This service is available between the two Sicilian cities with optional stops in Armerina, Agrigento, and/or Cefalù. Enjoy free time to explore each stop on your own while your driver waits to take you to your final destination.

Avoid the stress of being stuck on a crowded bus and opt for a much more relaxed and intimate form of sightseeing—a private tour. Set off on your adventure to Cefalù —including a chance to stop off at its beautiful Sicilian Romanesque cathedral. The tour also visits Palermo—where you can see the Capuchin Catacombs, Palazzo Abatellis, and the scenic nature spot of Monte Pellegrino. Round off the trip with a visit to Monreale with its spectacular cathedral and Palermo views.