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Nowhere chronicles Sicilian art like Palazzo Bellomo. In a building dating back to the 12th century, you’ll find a captivating chronology of art in Syracuse and the surrounding region.
The archaeological park of Neapolis hosts the most important ruins of the Ancient Greek and Roman city of Syracuse. You are literally walking amongst thousands of years of history!
During this guided tour of the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, conducted by professional tour guides, you’ll be able to fully immerse yourself in the history of this ancient site. Your adventure starts in the oldest part of the park, the Greek one, where you’ll discover sites like the Latomie (an ancient quarry), the Ear of Dionysus, the Altar of Hieron, and the Greek Theater. You’ll conclude your 75-minute tour in the Roman part of Neapolis, featuring highlights like the famous amphitheater.
Syracuse’s story is deeply intertwined with two great ancient civilizations: Rome and Greece. A wealth of archaeological finds have been stored in the museum, including bronze statues from the 8th century BC and Roman busts.
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.
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