Tour of Ortigia and the Neapolis Archaeological Park
Overview
Immerse yourself in a unique experience that will lead you to discover the wonders of Syracuse and Ortigia in a single tour!
Your adventure will begin with a look at the Archaeological Area of Neapolis, an open-air museum that holds thousand-year-old secrets of Syracuse.
What's Included
- Transfer from Neapolis to Ortigia
- Entrance ticket to the Neapolis Archaeological Park
- Entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Syracuse
- Guided tour of the Archaeological Park of Neapolis and Ortigia
- Certified Guide
- Everything not included in "Includes"
Meeting Location
Via Luigi Bernabò Brea
96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Starting from the suggestive Largo Anfiteatro, you will walk inside the park and explore the ancient Latomie del Paradiso, the Grotta dei Cordari and the majestic Greek Theatre, symbol of the Neapolis Park and all of Syracuse. You will admire the magnificence of the Grotta del Ninfeo and the Altar of Hieron before reaching the imposing Roman Amphitheatre, where gladiator fights and classical theater works took place.
From here - independently - you will venture towards the enchanting island of Ortigia, the beating heart of Syracusan civilisation, where art and culture blend in a unique harmony. Your Walking Tour of Ortigia will start from the Temple of Apollo, dating back to the 6th century BC, and will take you to discover the historic Piazza Archimede, Piazza Duomo and the Cathedral.
You will end your tour reaching the legendary Fonte Aretusa, linked to a romantic love story between Aretusa and Alpheus, a fresh water spring a few steps from the sea.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- The entrance ticket to the Neapolis Archaeological Park will be directly provided by the guide at the meeting point
- The entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Syracuse will be in the possession of the guide
- The tour could be carried out simultaneously in Italian and English
- Please reach the meeting point 20 minutes before the start of the activity
- If you reach Ortigia on your own for the second part of the tour, you will meet your Guide at 11am in front of the Temple of Apollo
- Visits to the monuments may vary depending on holidays and/or opening hours
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Transfer from Neapolis to Ortigia.
- Entrance ticket to the Neapolis Archaeological Park.
- Entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Syracuse.
- Guided tour of the Archaeological Park of Neapolis and Ortigia.
- Certified Guide.
- Everything not included in "Includes".
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Tour of Ortigia and the Neapolis Archaeological Park is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Tour of Ortigia and the Neapolis Archaeological Park will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transfer from Neapolis to Ortigia
- Entrance ticket to the Neapolis Archaeological Park
- Entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Syracuse
- Guided tour of the Archaeological Park of Neapolis and Ortigia
- Certified Guide
- Everything not included in "Includes"
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- The entrance ticket to the Neapolis Archaeological Park will be directly provided by the guide at the meeting point
- The entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Syracuse will be in the possession of the guide
- The tour could be carried out simultaneously in Italian and English
- Please reach the meeting point 20 minutes before the start of the activity
- If you reach Ortigia on your own for the second part of the tour, you will meet your Guide at 11am in front of the Temple of Apollo
- Visits to the monuments may vary depending on holidays and/or opening hours
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
