Syracuse and Ortygia Island guided tour from Taormina

Enjoy an excursion by bus with a multilingual tour leader to Syracuse, one of the most ancient Greek colonies in Sicily, a heritage of humanity and a UNESCO site.Upon arrival in Syracuse, meet with the multilingual local guide and visit the V century BC archaeological area where you'll see the Greek Theatre (there will be a theatre set on-site during the summer), the Roman Amphitheatre, the Altar of Hieron II, and the Latomies of Paradise with the Ear of Dionysius. After that, visit the historical centre of the island of Ortigia, with the Temple of Apollo, the Cathedral, the important Baroque church built on an ancient temple, and the Fountain of Arethusa with the famous papyrus plant. Lastly, enjoy free time for an individual walking tour to the Grand Harbour with the 'Foro Italico' on Porto Grande.