Santa Lucia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Sanctuary of the Madonna delle Lacrime was erected in memory of the miraculous lacrimation of the effigy depicting the Immaculate Heart of Mary, placed to the bedside of the spouses Lannuso at their humble home in Via degli Orti in Syracuse, in 1953.
The Sanctuary of the Madonna delle Lacrime was erected in memory of the miraculous lacrimation of the effigy depicting the Immaculate Heart of Mary, placed to the bedside of the spouses Lannuso at their humble home in Via degli Orti in Syracuse, in 1953.
Nice hotel
Syracuse featuring street scenes as well as an individual female
Canoe Polo World Championships 2016 - Syracuse

Popular places to visit

Magnificent view

Lungomare di Ortigia

You can take time to visit Lungomare di Ortigia during your travels to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Lungomare di Ortigia
Temple of Apollo which includes building ruins and heritage elements

Temple of Apollo

Discover over 2,000 years of history when you visit the oldest Doric temple in Sicily.

Temple of Apollo

Porto Piccolo

Explore the waterfront in Syracuse with a trip to Porto Piccolo. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Porto Piccolo

Syracuse Forum Ruins

You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a trip to Syracuse Forum Ruins. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Syracuse Forum Ruins

Madonna delle Lacrime

You can study the exhibits at Madonna delle Lacrime, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Madonna delle Lacrime

Santa Lucia al Sepolcro Basilica

Find out about the history of Syracuse when you spend time at Santa Lucia al Sepolcro Basilica. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Santa Lucia al Sepolcro Basilica

Activities

Syracuse: Boat Tour of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves

Syracuse: Tour of Ortigia Island & Caves with Local Skipper

AU$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Syracuse: Tour of Ortigia Island & Caves with Local Skipper
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

AU$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Syracuse: Ortigia Island Boat Trip with Marine Grottoes

1-hour boat tour with visit to sea caves and ortigia island

AU$44
per adult
1-hour boat tour with visit to sea caves and ortigia island
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

AU$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h
Siracusa:Ortigia & SeaCaves Boat Tour+Prosecco,Fruit,Snorkel

Siracusa: Ortigia & Sea Caves Boat Tour w/ Prosecco & Fruit

AU$52
per adult
Siracusa: Ortigia & Sea Caves Boat Tour w/ Prosecco & Fruit
Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket.

Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket.

AU$5
per adult
Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket.
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Our pick of the best Santa Lucia Hotel Deals

Grande Albergo Alfeo

Grande Albergo Alfeo

4 out of 5
Via Nino Bixio 5 Syracuse SR
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Syracuse Forum Ruins and Santa Lucia ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (641 reviews)
Good front desk staff, welcoming breakfast staff, clean room and good area for walking to attractions.

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

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Grande Albergo Alfeo
Caportigia Boutique Hotel

Caportigia Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
Viale Montedoro 76 Syracuse SR
The price is AU$197 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
AU$197
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (259 reviews)
Valentina & Malvina

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Caportigia Boutique Hotel
Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri

Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri

4 out of 5
42 Via Malta Syracuse SR
The price is AU$200 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
AU$200
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santa Lucia Bridge and Syracuse Forum Ruins ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (41 reviews)
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Loved that the front desk was open 24/7 and the location and walk ability was perfect. Room was clean and spacious. The bathroom could use some updating but all worked well and we enjoyed the provided shampoos, soaps, lotions, etc. Very impressed by the included ...

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri
House with Big Terrace in Seaside, Syracuse - Ortigia

House with Big Terrace in Seaside, Syracuse - Ortigia

Siracusa
Stay at this apartment in Syracuse. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker, housekeeping and air conditioning. Popular attractions Santa Lucia al Sepolcro Basilica and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (129 reviews)
We loved the terrace!! The apartment and the location was good. The host was responsive. We would recommend this stay!

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

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House with Big Terrace in Seaside, Syracuse - Ortigia
Piccolo Hotel Casa Mia

Piccolo Hotel Casa Mia

3 out of 5
Corso Umberto, 112 Syracuse SR
Stay at this hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Syracuse Forum Ruins and Santa Lucia Bridge ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (357 reviews)
Sicilia Tour
Nice quirky place to stay in Siracusa located conveniently for everything you need and very professional staff

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025

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Piccolo Hotel Casa Mia
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 93 Syracuse SR
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (914 reviews)
Nice room- great view.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

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Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Lucia

The Ara di Lerone, or Altar of Heron, was once used by the Greeks for sacrifices involving hundreds of animals at once. A few pillars still stand, along with the mammoth stone base of this 3rd-century-B.C. monument. The longest altar ever built, it measured 198.4m

Neapolis

While visiting Neapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Ear of Dionysius and Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse.

Neapolis
Temple of Apollo featuring a ruin and heritage elements

Ortigia

5/5(10 area reviews)

Ortigia is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathedral of Syracuse or Piazza del Duomo.

Ortigia
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Acradina

You'll enjoy the churches and seaside views in Acradina. You might want to make time for a stop at Ionian Sea or Capuchin Quarry.

Acradina
Latomia dei capppuccini

Grottasanta

4/5(1 area review)

Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.

Grottasanta
Syracuse, panoramic phot of the Roman Amphitheatre at Syracuse

Tiche

Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Tiche
Panorama View of the Greek Theater il Teatro Greco at the Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, Viale Paradiso, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy - UNESCO World Heritage

Epipoli

While Epipoli isn't home to many top sights, Greek Theatre of Syracuse and Ear of Dionysius are some notable places to visit nearby.

Epipoli

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