Guidebook for Fontane Bianche
Sightseeing
Archeological Park of the classical city Neapolis.
Give the modern town a wide berth and concentrate on the huge “Parco Archeológico Neapolis” (Archeological Park of the classical city Neapolis) for which there is a joint ticket with the Museo Archeológico “Paolo Orsi” (Archeological Museum). The 5th-century BC “Teatro Greco” (Greek Theater) is one of the world’s best-preserved and largest Greek theaters—still in use for the summer festival of Greek drama and concerts. From here, it’s a pleasant 10-minute stroll along oleander and citrus-tree paths to the huge earshaped cavern, the Orecchio di Dionisio (Ear of Dionysius), which famously amplifies sound. (IMPORTANT: free entry every first Sunday of the month).
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Parco Archeologico della Neapolis
Archeological Park of the classical city Neapolis.
Give the modern town a wide berth and concentrate on the huge “Parco Archeológico Neapolis” (Archeological Park of the classical city Neapolis) for which there is a joint ticket with the Museo Archeológico “Paolo Orsi” (Archeological Museum). The 5th-century BC “Teatro Greco” (Greek Theater) is one of the world’s best-preserved and largest Greek theaters—still in use for the summer festival of Greek drama and concerts. From here, it’s a pleasant 10-minute stroll along oleander and citrus-tree paths to the huge earshaped cavern, the Orecchio di Dionisio (Ear of Dionysius), which famously amplifies sound. (IMPORTANT: free entry every first Sunday of the month).
Ortygia
The tiny island of Ortygia (the historic heart of Syracuse) is linked to the mainland by a bridge. In Greek mythology it was said to have been ruled by Calypso, the sea nymph who detained Ulysses for seven years. Measuring only 1km by 500m, it’s difficult to get lost and the best way to visit is by serendipity, on foot. Covering over 2,500 years of history, there’s a huge variation of architectural styles from Greek to Roman remains and from Medieval-Norman to Baroque. In recent years, a lot of sensitive restoration work has been in progress, recapturing some of the island’s former glory. (TIP: Driving on the island of Ortygia is best avoided because the narrow streets often taper to virtual deadends
and parking areas are extremely limited. Unless your hotel has private parking, leave your car at the big Parking "Molo Sant Antonio" or big garage Talete at the end of Via
Trieste.)
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Ortigia
Ortygia
The tiny island of Ortygia (the historic heart of Syracuse) is linked to the mainland by a bridge. In Greek mythology it was said to have been ruled by Calypso, the sea nymph who detained Ulysses for seven years. Measuring only 1km by 500m, it’s difficult to get lost and the best way to visit is by serendipity, on foot. Covering over 2,500 years of history, there’s a huge variation of architectural styles from Greek to Roman remains and from Medieval-Norman to Baroque. In recent years, a lot of sensitive restoration work has been in progress, recapturing some of the island’s former glory. (TIP: Driving on the island of Ortygia is best avoided because the narrow streets often taper to virtual deadends
and parking areas are extremely limited. Unless your hotel has private parking, leave your car at the big Parking "Molo Sant Antonio" or big garage Talete at the end of Via
Trieste.)
Noto Baroque. Nicknamed "Giardino di Pietra" (Garden of Stone), this UNESCO site represents the pinnacle of Sicilian Baroque. Treat yourself to a stroll around this gorgeous town with a gelato (ice cream). This is one of Sicily’s most famous gelaterie—try the unusual jasmine and rose flavor, redolent of the island’s Arabic heritage. Noto. With its honey-colored stone, Noto vies with Ragusa Ibla as Sicily’s most perfect Baroque town (both are World Heritage Sites). Have lunch here before setting off for Siracusa. (TIP: At the end of May, Noto celebrates the arrival of summer with a very colorful festival called the Infiorita, in which flower artists create elaborate mosaics using petals).
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Noto
Noto Baroque. Nicknamed "Giardino di Pietra" (Garden of Stone), this UNESCO site represents the pinnacle of Sicilian Baroque. Treat yourself to a stroll around this gorgeous town with a gelato (ice cream). This is one of Sicily’s most famous gelaterie—try the unusual jasmine and rose flavor, redolent of the island’s Arabic heritage. Noto. With its honey-colored stone, Noto vies with Ragusa Ibla as Sicily’s most perfect Baroque town (both are World Heritage Sites). Have lunch here before setting off for Siracusa. (TIP: At the end of May, Noto celebrates the arrival of summer with a very colorful festival called the Infiorita, in which flower artists create elaborate mosaics using petals).
Marzamemi
This attractive fishing village was once important for tuna, as you will see from the former tonnara (tuna factory) and warehouses that are now a series of bars and restaurants. Very popular in high summer with tourists and yachties from the burgeoning marina, it’s nonetheless still a working fishing village where lobster pots and fishing nets dry in the sun alongside basking cats. A former feudal domain, there’s a crumbling noble palazzo and a lichen-covered church built of local mellow limestone. To enjoy the bounty of the sea in the picturesque former tonnara.
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Marzamemi
Marzamemi
This attractive fishing village was once important for tuna, as you will see from the former tonnara (tuna factory) and warehouses that are now a series of bars and restaurants. Very popular in high summer with tourists and yachties from the burgeoning marina, it’s nonetheless still a working fishing village where lobster pots and fishing nets dry in the sun alongside basking cats. A former feudal domain, there’s a crumbling noble palazzo and a lichen-covered church built of local mellow limestone. To enjoy the bounty of the sea in the picturesque former tonnara.
Arts & Culture
Archeological Museum "Paolo Orsi"
The museum contains artefacts from the prehistoric, Greek and Roman periods found in archaeological excavations in the city and other sites in Sicily.
The space is divided into four sectors (A – D) and a central space (Area 1) which is dedicated to the history of the museum and briefly overviews the material displayed in the individual sectors. (Important: free entry every first Sunday of the month).
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Paolo Orsi Regionális Régészeti Múzeum
66 Viale TeocritoArcheological Museum "Paolo Orsi"
The museum contains artefacts from the prehistoric, Greek and Roman periods found in archaeological excavations in the city and other sites in Sicily.
The space is divided into four sectors (A – D) and a central space (Area 1) which is dedicated to the history of the museum and briefly overviews the material displayed in the individual sectors. (Important: free entry every first Sunday of the month).
Food Scene
Near the Aretusa fountain, the seafront Alpheus street is one of the most famous streets where you can taste typical Sicilian dishes with a stunning view of the large port of Syracuse with a must sunset.
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Lungomare Alfeo
11 Lungomare Alfeo Near the Aretusa fountain, the seafront Alpheus street is one of the most famous streets where you can taste typical Sicilian dishes with a stunning view of the large port of Syracuse with a must sunset.
Fish Market Avola near the ancient ruins of the trap. Here you can buy fresh fish from the Mediterranean to prepare the dishes based on fish or grilled.
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Tonnara di Avola
Via MiramareFish Market Avola near the ancient ruins of the trap. Here you can buy fresh fish from the Mediterranean to prepare the dishes based on fish or grilled.
Fish Market Ortygia. Here you can buy fresh fish from the mediterranean, taste the spices and the typical products of Sicilian cuisine.
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Al Mercato di Ortigia
3 Piazza Cesare BattistiFish Market Ortygia. Here you can buy fresh fish from the mediterranean, taste the spices and the typical products of Sicilian cuisine.
Parks & Nature
Reserve of Vendicari: sea, nature, archeology
The nature reserve of Vendicari is located a few kilometers south of Noto, in the province of Syracuse and is one of the most important protected natural areas of the region of Sicily. The Vendicari landscape is characterized by a series of coastal marshes and as a mix of Mediterranean maquis and garrigue. It constitutes an extremely important point of passage for many species of migratory birds. It is not uncommon to be able to see herons, flamingos, cormorants and egrets.
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Vendicari Természetvédelmi Terület Oázisa
Contrada VendicariReserve of Vendicari: sea, nature, archeology
The nature reserve of Vendicari is located a few kilometers south of Noto, in the province of Syracuse and is one of the most important protected natural areas of the region of Sicily. The Vendicari landscape is characterized by a series of coastal marshes and as a mix of Mediterranean maquis and garrigue. It constitutes an extremely important point of passage for many species of migratory birds. It is not uncommon to be able to see herons, flamingos, cormorants and egrets.
Pineta del Gelsomineto Beach (Marchesa di Cassibile beach). Beautiful beach with clean water, also very beautiful rocks near the mouth of the river. (entrance fees)
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Marchesa di Cassibile Beach, Eloro District
Pineta del Gelsomineto Beach (Marchesa di Cassibile beach). Beautiful beach with clean water, also very beautiful rocks near the mouth of the river. (entrance fees)
Nel fondovalle si è formato un sistema di piccole cascate e laghetti (chiamati localmente uruvi), fonte di refrigerio estivo per i suoi numerosissimi frequentatori, al quale si accede per un'antica e suggestiva scala nota come La Scala Cruci. Un luogo ideale per gli appassionati di avventura e trekking.
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Cavagrande Orientált Természetvédelmi Terület
SP4Nel fondovalle si è formato un sistema di piccole cascate e laghetti (chiamati localmente uruvi), fonte di refrigerio estivo per i suoi numerosissimi frequentatori, al quale si accede per un'antica e suggestiva scala nota come La Scala Cruci. Un luogo ideale per gli appassionati di avventura e trekking.