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Catacombs in Syracuse, Italy: what it is and when to go
Catacombs in Syracuse is an archaeological site (Catacombe di San Giovanni) in Italy (Syracuse, Sicily). Interests: History. The best time to visit is March to June and September to October. In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28. It has articles in 4 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Italy: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Archaeological site · History
- Local name
- Catacombe di San Giovanni
- Where
- Italy
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Nearest airport
- CTA Catania, 48 km as the crow flies
- Opening hours
- Mo-Su 10:00-13:00,14:30-17:30
- Coordinates
- 37.0768, 15.28486
What it is and where
Catacombs in Syracuse is an archaeological site (Catacombe di San Giovanni) in Italy (Syracuse, Sicily). It has articles in 4 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Italy: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
It is in Syracuse, Sicily, where this site lists 54 more places to see, 846 m from the centre.
Its coordinates are 37.0768, 15.28486; the nearest main airport is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA, Catania), 48 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
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It is one of the History places in Italy. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Catacombs in Syracuse is March to June and September to October.
- JanPossible9:43
- FebPossible10:38
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:58
- MayBest time13:59
- JunBest time14:32
- JulPossible14:19
- AugPossible13:25
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:01
- NovPossible9:58
- DecPossible9:28
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to Italy
To enter Italy there are 6 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Valid ID card (DNI) or passport”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the Italy checklist. Currency: Euro (EUR); plugs: Type C, F and L · 230 V · 50 Hz (type L, with three pins in a row, needs an adapter); emergencies: 112.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- Museo archeologico regionale Paolo OrsiMuseum in Italy151 m
- Madonna delle Lacrime, SiracusaChurch building in Syracuse, Italy239 m
- Tomba di ArchimedeArchaeological site in Syracuse, Italy368 m
- San Nicolò dei cordariChurch building in Syracuse, Italy611 m
- NeapolisArchaeological site in Syracuse, Italy687 m
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the Italy guide.
More in Italy: History
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- Venice: capital city of Veneto, Italy
- Florence: Italian city and commune, located in Tuscany
- Naples: capital city of Campania, Italy
- Colosseum: ancient Roman amphitheatre, a landmark of Rome, Italy
- St. Peter's Basilica: church in Vatican City
Every Italy place under History, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Catacombs in Syracuse?
It is an archaeological site (Catacombe di San Giovanni in the local language) in Italy. It has articles in 4 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Italy: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Catacombs in Syracuse?
March to June and September to October. In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28.
How do you get to Catacombs in Syracuse?
The nearest main airport is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 48 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around Italy is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the Italy map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Museo archeologico regionale Paolo Orsi, Madonna delle Lacrime, Siracusa, Tomba di Archimede. The rest is in the Italy guide.
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