How to get to Syracuse: trains, planes, cars and buses
Complete guide to reaching Syracuse by train, plane, car and bus. Catania airport, railway station, Sicilian motorways and local transport.
Travel guide to Siracusa
Everything you need to visit Siracusa: accommodation, itineraries, food and transport.
Practical guides
What to see in Syracuse in 2 days: itinerary through Greek archaeology and Ortigia's Baroque
Discover what to see in Syracuse in 2 days: the Neapolis Archaeological Park, the island of Ortigia with the Cathedral and Fountain of Arethusa, beaches and seafood trattorias.
Where to Stay in Syracuse: Ortigia, B&Bs or Baroque Palazzi
Choosing where to stay in Syracuse? From Ortigia's baroque palazzi to seaside B&Bs, the best neighborhoods for every budget and travel pace.
Where to eat in Syracuse: best restaurants, trattorias and fresh seafood guide
Discover where to eat in Syracuse: from Ortigia's fresh fish to historic markets, the complete guide to Syracusan cuisine between sea and Greek heritage.
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