Syracuse

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1-4 Days

An important town in the past and today a modern town in Sicily southeast.
The town has an almost continuous history of 2500 years, with architecture and arts all around town from each historical era.

The archeology gems, the charming Ortygia Island historic center, the Neapolis Quarter and the Greek Roman Archeological Park, the magnificent coast and beautiful surroundings, all make Syracuse one of Sicily’s top destinations.

Enter Ortygia Island through the vibrant and colorful small Food Market and stroll the island’s streets.

While in the island Thetjoy.com recommends to visit;

Continue and visit the Neapolis quarter to explore the Greek and Roman amphitheaters, the Church of San Giovanni alle catacombe, and more.

Visiting Syracuse with children, enjoy;

Spend at least 1 day in Syracuse and few more days in its surrounding towns, villages, and attractions.
Thetjoy.com recommends to consider the following destinations including;

  • Take a 1-2 Day Tour north to visit the city of Catania and the Etna Mountain, its craters, and villages.
  • Consider visiting the 7th century Necropolis of Pantalica, a collection of cemeteries based on chambers cut into the rocks.
  • South of Syracuse take a 1-2 Day Tour to visit;
  • Further from Syracuse ~70 km to the southwest take a 1-2 Day Tour to visit the three beautiful towns that were rebuilt in the 18th century, and present outstanding Sicilian Baroque architecture combined with beautiful locations and landscapes.
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The Cathedral (Duomo) of Ortigia in Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

Some tourists at the exit of the excavated cave, called Orecchio di Dioniso (Ear of Dionysius), near the Greek theater of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

Noto cityscape, view of the central street with walking tourists. Noto, Syracuse province, Sicily, Italy

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