Ear of Dionysius (Orecchio di Dionisio) Tours and Tickets

Get up close and personal with some of Sicily’s best-preserved ancient ruins—and learn all about Syracuse and its history from your guide—when you embark on this private walking tour of the Neapolis Archaeological Park (entrance own expense). Choose from morning or afternoon departure times, and enjoy several hours to explore. You’ll see the ruins of the Greek Theatre, the Altar of Hieron, the Ear of Dionysus cave, and more.

Explore the southeastern coast of Sicily on a day trip to Syracuse from Taormina. Led by a professional guide, see the impressive collection of ancient Roman and Greek ruins, soak up scenic views of the water and learn the rich history behind the city from your guide. Visit the archaeological site of Parco Archeologico della Neapolis (own expense) and spend the afternoon discovering Ortygia, Syracuse’s island neighborhood.

Discover the most important archaeological area of Syracuse with our shared group visit that will take you through the Neapolis park and its monuments: the latomie, the cave of the Cordari, the ear of Dionysus, the Greek theater, the nymphaeum, the altar of Hieron II and the Roman amphitheater. Guaranteed small group with a maximum of 15 participants to make the most of this tour. We will provide free radio guides to be able to follow the explanations of the guide from a distance and to ensure social distancing. You can use your personal earphones (eg smartphone) or alternatively buy a disposable earphone (€ 1). The entrance tickets to the Neapolis park are not included and will be purchased independently or with the "tickets included" option we will arrange for you. Free tickets (minors, disabled people, etc.) must necessarily be collected by the customer at the cash desk at the entrance.

Syracuse has a lot of charm and one of the elements that contributes to its charm is certainly the historical and archaeological value of the city. With this tour you will discover the historical beauties of the city in the Archaeological Park of Neapolis.

Visit the Greek and the Roman classical monuments of Syracuse, present in the archeological Park of Neapolis. After the Archeological Park, the tour moves to Ortygia Island, the historical heart of Syracuse for an incredible stroll through its charming alleys. In the afternoon, you will be visiting the baroque Noto, considered an "open-air museum".

A stop not to be missed. In one day you can visit the ancient archaeological heart of Syracuse, explore the most recent mysteries and walk on the island of Ortigia, the oldest part around which the city was born. Ortigia contains colors, smells, romantic stories and irresistible views. It is no coincidence that it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Syracuse is one of the most captivating historic cities in eastern Sicily, but getting there via public transportation can be time-consuming. Skip the delays of the train and bus and travel directly to Syracuse from Taormina with a private driver. Stop to explore the ancient district of Ortigia to take in its top sights, explore the Neapolis archaeological park, and even take a dip at the Fontane Bianche beach.

Choose this guided tour of Sicily and take the chance to explore in 6 days amazing destinations in South Sicily: from the Greek-roman colonies of the Temple Valley Agrigento to Sicily baroque of Noto Modica Ragusa Valley, all of them included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sicilian sites.