Maniace Castle: Guided Tour
The Castle of Frederick II of Swabia is better known as Maniace Castle, named after the Byzantine general who freed the city from Arab rule. This 45-minute guided tour will let you admire the mighty military structure, with highlights including the massive Hypostyle Hall, the gunboats, and the so-called Bastione della Vignazza – full of windows that offer a wonderful view from the very edge of Ortigia.