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The most popular, first.
The 15 most popular syracuse tours, with what each one includes, who runs it, and what you can expect on the day.
Captain Mirko’s 90-minute Syracuse boat tour shows Ortigia sights, explores sea caves, and includes a secluded cove swim with masks and commentary.
“Great experience overall. Skillful captain, refreshing swim and finished off with a spritz!”
A 2-hour Ortigia boat tour from Siracusa with marine grotto stops, heart-shaped Cave of Love photos, Arethusa Spring views, and snorkeling.
“I liked every moment of this trip. Our guide was extremely friendly, we had a really good time. The water, caves and swimming were all perfect. I absolutely recommend this activity for every age group. He spoke English which was a big help, moreover I think all of the people on that boat became a…”
Speedboat around Ortigia and Syracuse sea caves, with a swim stop in turquoise water. Guided, 1.5 hours, from $34 pp.
“The boat ride was amazing, the skipper Antonionis was great his English was very good and he was very knowledgeable, it was great to be able to have a swim and he supplied face masks so that you could see the fish, the entrance back into the harbour under the low bridge was superb.”
Tour Syracuse’s Neapolis Park with a licensed guide: Greek Theatre, Latomies, the Ear of Dionysius, Altar of Hieron, and Roman Amphitheater.
“Eva our tour guide was very welcoming, her tour was fantastic with lots of history and descriptions of the archeological park. A relatively small group of about 10 we could hear everything clearly. Very much enjoyed it.”
Syracuse sea caves and Ortigia by boat in Plemmirio Marine Protected Area, with snorkeling and swims. 2 hours, masks included.
“Excursion was fantastic. Skipper was engaging and showed us the sights and caves around Ortigia. Swimming stops were long enough for everyone to jump in and enjoy the stop. Very great tour, will do it again when we have people visit us here.”
1-hour Ortigia boat tour with sea caves, the heart-shaped cave, a Maniace fortress view, and a Prosecco toast plus a swim stop.
“Nice short tour. You get in and out of caves and AI voice from the speaker is your guide. But fun way to spend one hour.”
A 50-minute Crystal Boat tour in Siracusa with transparent views, sea caves, and a swim stop from inside the glass boat.
“It was a great experience to use a transparent boat!! Caves were short and thought it would be longer but it’s ok overall it was very nice! Tour guide was great :)”
Walk Ortigia’s food stalls in Syracuse with tastings of arancini, impanate, sweets, and local spirits in a 3-hour loop.
“The tour was fantastic. Maria was upbeat, and informative. Would definitely recommend to everyone.”
Syracuse’s Ortigia sunset cruise: grottos and a swim near Maniace Castle, plus a Sicilian aperitif with prosecco for $71 pp.
“Lovely trip. Well worth the money. I would highly recommend.”
A small-group guided walk through ancient Syracuse, from the Temple of Athena in Ortigia to Neapolis theaters and the Ear of Dionysos.
“Anna is a FANTASTIC guide. So knowledgeable and a great story teller.”
A 2-hour private walk through Ortigia’s Greek roots and baroque glow, from the Apollo Temple to Aretusa Fountain and sea views.
“Eva,our tour guide was very informative. Would strongly recommend this tour.”
Morning hike on Mount Etna from Syracuse with extinct craters, a lava cave, and Sicilian farm food and optional wine tasting.
“We really enjoyed our tour and also the food tasting which was delicious. Everything was explained well, it was informative and entertaining. Highly recommend!”
A 2-hour guided walk through Ortigia’s Apollo ruins, Duomo square, and Aretusa spring, with optional cathedral entry for €2.
“Eva, our tour guide, was amazing. Knowledgeable and kind and led the tour at the very nice pace. Her vibe was great! The tour agency Hermes was very professional and helped us finding by the group even if we were a bit late due to traffic and parking. We were very happy with the tour!…”
Syracuse Neapolis tour with a live guide. See Latomie del Paradiso, the Ear of Dionysius, Greek Theater, and Roman Amphitheater.
“Tour guide was very friendly and easy going. She knew the history well and helped everyone on tour.”
A 2-hour guided walk through Ortigia’s Greek ruins and mythic fountains, ending at Arethusa, for about $29 with a great local guide.
“Michael was great. Philly man who has lived in Siricusa for 22 years. Can’t beat the value.”
