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Things to see in Syracuse, Sicily (Italy): 54 places and when to go
Syracuse, Sicily is a city in Italy with around 124,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 54 places in and around it, mainly History (30), Nature (14), Wildlife (10). The best known are Ortygia, Megara Hyblaea and Cathedral of Syracuse. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 37.0704, 15.29
- Population
- About 124,000
- Places
- 54 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (30) · Nature (14) · Wildlife (10) · Temples (6) · Architecture (3) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- CTA Catania, 48 km as the crow flies
What to see in Syracuse, Sicily
The places in and around Syracuse, Sicily, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- OrtygiaIsland in Syracuse, Italy1.2 km
- Megara HyblaeaHistory18 km
- Cathedral of SyracuseChurch building in Syracuse, Italy1.3 km
- Ear of DionysiusLimestone cave and former quarry in Syracuse, Sicily, Italy1.4 km
- Castello ManiaceBuilding in Syracuse, Italy2.0 km
- Noto CathedralCathedral28 km
- Greek Theatre of SyracuseAncient Greek theatre in Siracusa, Italy1.5 km
- Museo archeologico regionale Paolo OrsiMuseum in Italy743 m
- Temple of ApolloAncient Greek temple in Syracuse dated ca. 565 BC759 m
- ThapsosSicily archeological site11 km
- Madonna delle Lacrime, SiracusaChurch building in Syracuse, Italy624 m
- Euryalus fortressCastle in Syracuse, Italy6.4 km
- NeapolisArchaeological site in Syracuse, Italy1.3 km
- Altar of HieronSacrificial altar in Sicily, Italy1.2 km
- Temple of Artemis in SyracuseBuilding in Syracuse, Italy1.2 km
- Bellomo Palace Regional GalleryMuseum in Syracuse, Sicily1.5 km
- Santa Lucia al Sepolcro sanctuaryChurch building in Syracuse, Italy313 m
- Santa Lucìa alla Badìa, SiracusaChurch building in Syracuse, Italy1.4 km
- Cavagrande del CassibileProtected area in Italy (EUAP0372)19 km
- StentinelloArchaeological site6.6 km
- Castello SvevoCastle in Augusta, Italy19 km
- Golfo di NotoBay29 km
- Porta SpagnolaCity gate in Sicily, Italy19 km
- Catacombs in SyracuseArchaeological site846 m
And the other 30, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Plemmirio, Grotta del Ninfeo, Tomba di Archimede, Riserva naturale integrale Complesso speleologico Villasmundo-S.Alfio, Riserva naturale integrale Grotta Monello, Riserva naturale integrale Grotta Palombara, Riserva naturale Fiume Ciane e Saline di Siracusa, Riserva naturale orientata Pantalica, Valle dell'Anapo e Torrente Cava Grande, Saline di Priolo, Grotta dei Cordari, Saline di Augusta
- History: Necropolis of Cassibile, Anaktoron, Porta Reale, Greek Dockyard, Brucoli Castle, Catacombe del Mulinello, Colonna Pizzuta, Ricetta di Malta, Terme di Dafne, Pantalica - Necropoli della Cavetta, Pantalica - Necropoli di Nord-Ovest, Pantalica - Necropoli Nord, Pantalica - Necropoli Sud, Torre Ognina, Torre Tonda
- Architecture: Capo Santa Croce Lighthouse
- Temples: San Nicolò dei cordari
- With kids: Parco Faunistico Ibleo
- Beaches: Voria Beach
When to go to Syracuse, Sicily
The best time to visit Syracuse, Sicily is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- 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. In June, 54 of the 54 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Syracuse, Sicily
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 in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Catania69 places51 km
- Ragusa, Sicily71 places52 km
- Mascali39 places76 km
- Centuripe14 places78 km
- Randazzo30 places93 km
- Enna17 places97 km
And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Syracuse, Sicily?
The best known: Ortygia, Megara Hyblaea, Cathedral of Syracuse, Ear of Dionysius, Castello Maniace. In all, 54 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Syracuse, Sicily?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28.
How do you get to Syracuse, Sicily?
The nearest main airport is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 48 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Syracuse, Sicily as the destination and these 54 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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