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Classical Ortigia Guided Group Tour

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  • 2 uur
  • Gratis annuleren tot 24 u vooraf
  • 2 talen
  • Directe bevestiging

Hoogtepunten

Discover Ortigia, the historic center of Syracuse with this group tour that crosses places and history of the island. Starting from the temple of Apollo, the oldest Greek temple in Sicily, we will cross picturesque streets to reach Piazza del Duomo, where it will be possible to visit the interior of the Cathedral (optional visit, possible only when there are no religious services in progress). Leaving Piazza Duomo and the church of Santa Lucia we will reach the enchanting Fonte Aretusa, one of the legendary places of Ortigia. Finally we will walk the less traveled paths of the Giudecca, the ancient Jewish quarter. During this group tour, you will have the opportunity to explore Ortigia together with other passionate travellers, sharing the wonders of this Sicilian pearl. Join us on this group tour which offers a unique experience to discover the secrets of Ortigia.

Inbegrepen

Wat is inbegrepen

  • Radio guide receivers in the case of a large group

Wat niet

  • Entrance ticket to the cathedral (optional internal visit) 2 Euros per person

Route

  1. After meeting our guide you will discover the origins of the Greek city and the characteristics of this temple dedicated to the god of light.

    10 min

  2. We will walk through the alleys of Ortigia and the ancient Spirduta district, discovering its urban legends and the medieval Palazzo Montalto.

    10 min

  3. We will reach Piazza Archimede and discover the neoclassical fountain of Diana and the suggestive buildings that surround the square.

    10 min

  4. We will walk through the suggestive alleys that lead to the heart of the historic center.

    Komt langs

  5. We will admire the sumptuous Piazza Duomo and the buildings that surround the beating heart of Syracuse.

    10 min

  6. The guide will show you the peculiarities of the Cathedral of Syracuse, a unique church in the world as it is a Baroque-style cathedral built on an ancient Greek temple. In the event that there are no religious functions, it will optionally be possible to visit the interior as well (entrance ticket not included). Those who prefer not to visit the inside of the building will have a short break for a coffee break.

    20 min

  7. We will discover the church of Santa Lucia and the guide will tell you about this important religious holiday and the most important painting of Syracuse, the work of Caravaggio.

    15 min

  8. Leaving Piazza Duomo we will reach the sea and the legendary Aretusa spring where it will be possible to admire the papyrus plants and where you will discover the romantic myth linked to this place.

    15 min

  9. We will cross the island reaching the suggestive eastern promenade and the small beach of Cala Rossa

    10 min

  10. We will end the tour by crossing the picturesque Giudecca district, the ancient Jewish quarter of Syracuse.

    20 min

Annuleren

Gratis annuleren tot 24 uur voor aanvang, met volledige terugbetaling.

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Verzamelpunt
The meeting point is in the clearing in front of the temple of Apollo, on the right side, in the area between the pedestrian crossing towards Corso Matteotti and the benches. Depending on the season, the exact spot may vary slightly. The guide will have a Hermes Sicily Tours logo.
Ophalen
Iedereen komt naar het startpunt; er is geen ophaalservice.
Tickettype
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Groepsgrootte
Tot 20 reizigers
Uitgevoerd door
Hermes Sicily Tourist guides group
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Italy, outside the cities

  • Its from-price is 76% below the median of the 4055 experiences we list in Italy, outside the cities.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 459 of 4055.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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