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Secret Ortigia: Journey into the Heart of Myth and Stone

  • 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • French and Italian

Description

Ortigia is not just a neighborhood, but a magical island where Greek myth shakes hands with Sicilian Baroque, immersed in the golden hues of the sunset over the sea.

We will experience together: 
- The secrets of the Temple of Apollo
- The splendid and shining Diana surrounded by Alpheus and Arethusa represented by the great Moschetti 
- The magic of the metamorphosis of the Cathedral, with the optional internal visit to be chosen by the visitor (in some cases, the entrance to the Cathedral may be closed depending on holidays, possible weddings, or evening hours) with an entrance fee of about 2 euros per person.
- The myth of the Arethusa fountain with the original papyri 
- A spectacular view surrounded by the sea that embraces Ortigia at the terrace of the Arethusa fountain.
- A small demonstration of papyrus paper processing in an adjacent workshop at the end of the tour (without obligation to purchase for this demonstration)
Book your spot and let yourself be enchanted by this unique experience between archaeology and myth, come to Syracuse.

Ps: A tip for the contribution: To ensure the sustainability of this work and respect the figure of the professional guide, with years of studies, insights that require investments, time, means of transportation with the related expenses to face, and professional value behind it, travelers usually leave a minimum contribution starting from 15€ because free tour means free but not without cost, the suggested contribution is also intended per person, then if the experience excites you and you want to recognize a higher value, it will be absolutely welcome and deserved. 

Francesca
Guide: Francesca
Guiding since 2026
​Ciao! sono una guida autorizzata della regione Sicilia, Nei miei tour mescolo storia millenaria, curiosità nascoste e il calore tipico dell'ospitalità siciliana. Che tu sia un appassionato di archeologia ( mio settore professionale ), un viaggiatore curioso o una famiglia in cerca di un'avventura a misura di bambino, ti porterò a scoprire la vera essenza della Sicilia orientale con occhi nuovi. ​Unisciti a me per un viaggio indimenticabile tra passato e presente! 🏛️✨

3 stops
1 hour and 30 minutes
Meeting point:tempio di ApolloI will be with an embroidered parasol and a badge around my neck at Largo XXV Luglio in front of the Temple of Apollo, the first stop of the tour.Open in Google Maps →
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Outside visit
Fontana di Diana - Piazza Archimede
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Outside visit
Piazza Duomo
3
Outside visit
Fonte Aretusa

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Entertainment
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Communication
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Quality
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Route
4.63

Secret Ortigia: Journey into the Heart of Myth and Stone


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