Ruins · UNESCO
Neapolis Archaeological Park
Syracuse, Italy
Syracuse's Greek theatre, Roman amphitheatre and ancient quarries.
Neighbourhood · Italy · Sicily
Ortygia
Syracuse's island old town, a maze of baroque lanes and seafront promenades.
UNESCO World Heritage Free to enter about 3 h
For storytellers
Why Ortygia matters
Ortygia is a compact island packed with piazzas, markets, small restaurants and seaside walks. It's a great place to wander at any hour. Wander without a plan, stop in the morning market and end the day on the seafront at sunset.
Talking points
- Connected by bridges.
- Morning market.
- Baroque piazzas.
- Seafood restaurants.
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