Basilica of San Focà
Among the most important cultural sites of Priolo Gargallo, a town north of Syracuse, there is the early Christian basilica of San Focà. Discovered by Paolo Orsi, the construction of … read more
SIRMUMA – Museum of the Sea
Located in the heart of the charming island of Ortigia, the Sea Museum of Syracuse holds a vast repertoire of equipment, models and documents that reconstruct the rich memory and … read more
Church of St.Giovanni the Baptist
The Church of St. Giovanni the Baptist or St. Giovannello (as known in Siracusa) is located in the Jewish quarter of Giudecca. After having been used as a theater, an auditorium and a place for conferences, today the church is open for worship. … read more
Statue of Archimede
Right at the entrance of Ortigia, located between the two bridges, stands a beautiful bronze statue of the Syracusan genius Archimedes. … read more
Sanctuary of Madonna delle Lacrime (Our Lady of Tears)
The Sanctuary of the Madonna delle Lacrime was erected in memory of the miraculous lacrimation of the effigy depicting the Immaculate Heart of Mary, placed to the bedside of the … read more
Latomia St. Venera, Necropolis Grotticelle and Archimedes’ Grave
Large Greek and Roman burial ground located in the Park of Neapolis. It can be reached through a suggestive stairway leading to the bottom of latomia St. Venera, rich in … read more
Archaeological Area Megara Hyblea
Megara Hyblaea is a Greek colony dating back to the half of the seventh century BC. Founded in 728 BC. by settlers from Megara Nisea, the colony was built on … read more
Papyrus Museum
Founded in 1989 and managed by Corrado Basile, it offers a wide view of the papyrus’ history and its uses, contributing to the knowledge of the ancient art and some … read more
Church of St. Tommaso to the Pantheon
The Church of St. Thomas is also known as the “Pantheon of Siracusa”. This is considered the main “Memorial of the Victims of the First World War”, because within it … read more
Portopalo di Capo Passero
An area full of magnificent beaches where the coast becomes of sublime beauty. One of the oldest territory in the province of Siracusa, developed around a tonnara. … read more
Cathedral of Siracusa
The Doric temple was built in the fifth century BC. by the tyrant Gelone following the victory against the Carthaginians in the battle of Imera. The Athenaion was hexastyle (six … read more
Archaeological Museum Paolo Orsi
It was established in the eighteenth century; since 1988 the museum is located at Villa Landolina and is dedicated to the great archaeologist Paolo Orsi, who made the main studies … read more
Archaeological Area Leontinoi
According to experts Leontinoi is one of the oldest Greek colonies in Sicily. Founded in 729 BC. by Chalcidian settlers who founded Naxos, little is known of the early history … read more
Ortigia Market
If you visit the island of Ortigia, a key step is represented by the folkloristic market stalls, where vendors describe their products singing lullabies in the local dialect. Among the … read more
Catacomb of Vigna Cassia
The Catacombs of Vigna Cassia, now closed to the public, are the largest of the whole Sicily and are located in an old cemetery area near the Church of St. … read more
Porto Piccolo
The Porto Piccolo or Porto Marmoreo is located to the east of the island of Ortigia, which includes the inner part of the Arsenal (Lakkios), site of the reclaimed Syrako lagoon. … read more
Palace Borgia del Casale
Palazzo Borgia del Casale is one of the most beautiful rococo buildings in Ortigia. From the inscription on the arch of the hallway it is clear that the building was … read more
Archeological Area of Thapsos
Thapsos, today Magnisi peninsula, was the destination and refuge for Athenians who camped there before the siege of Syracuse and for the future founders of Megara Hyblea. Actually the historical … read more
Port-Channel of Brucoli
Brucoli rises along the stream Porcaria, whose presence has favored the settlement of ancient populations. Over the centuries the river has carved a deep gorge up to the sea creating … read more
Church of St. Nicolò ai Cordari
The Church of St. Nicolò ai Cordari owes its name to the artisans manufacturers of ropes to which this was given in 1577. The church is located at the Neapolis … read more