What's Ortigia Like?
Visitors really like Ortigia, especially its historical sites and seaside access. Travelers like this upscale neighborhood for its beautiful island views. Plan a fun excursion to Lungomare di Ortigia and Porta Marina. There's plenty more to see, including Cathedral of Syracuse and Piazza del Duomo.
How to Get to Ortigia
Flying to:
- Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 30.9 mi (49.8 km) from Ortigia
Things to See and Do in and around Ortigia
What to See in Ortigia
- Cathedral of Syracuse
- Piazza del Duomo
- Temple of Apollo
- Ionian Sea
- Fountain of Diana
Things to Do in Ortigia
- Lungomare di Ortigia
- Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse
- Antico Mercato
- Arkimedeion Museum
- Teatro dei Pupi
Other Popular Ortigia Attractions
- Piazza Archimede
- Jewish Bath
- Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa
- Castello Maniace
- Palazzo Montalto
When Is the Best Time to Visit Syracuse?
- Hottest months: August, July, September, June (average 78°F)
- Coldest months: February, January, March, December (average 56°F)
- Rainiest months: November, October, February, September (average 4 inches of rainfall)