Santa Lucia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Syracuse featuring street scenes as well as an individual female
Santa Lucia
Photo by William Keller
Photo by William Keller
Photo by Sarah Haynes
Photo by Sarah Haynes
Photo by Lindsay Gauthier
Photo by Lindsay Gauthier

Popular places to visit

Lungomare di Ortigia

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
Archaeological Park of Neapolis

Archaeological Park of Neapolis

You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a visit to Archaeological Park of Neapolis. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Archaeological Park of Neapolis
Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo

You can find out about the history of Syracuse with a trip to Piazza del Duomo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Piazza del Duomo
Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse

Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse

You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a trip to Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse
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
Catacombs of St. John

Catacombs of St. John

Learn about the local history of Syracuse when you spend time at Catacombs of St. John. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.

Catacombs of St. John

Activities

Greek theater in Syracuse

Group guided tour of the archaeological park of Neapolis

AU$28
per adult
Group guided tour of the archaeological park of Neapolis
Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

Boat tour Ortigia, sea caves and Pillirina 2h

AU$71
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$53
per adult
Siracusa: Ortigia & Sea Caves Boat Tour w/ Prosecco & Fruit
Boat tour of the island of Ortigia and the sea caves

Boat tour of the island of Ortigia and the sea caves

AU$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat tour of the island of Ortigia and the sea caves
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat

Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat

AU$71
per adult
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat
Syracuse: Ortigia Boat Trip with Caves and Pillirina

Syracuse: Ortigia Boat Trip with Caves and Pillirina

AU$71
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Boat Trip with Caves and Pillirina
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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 4-star business-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Syracuse ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (635 reviews)
"The bathroom shower leaked all over the floor so we put a towel on the floor. The toilet push button was very finicky The rooms were dated The breakfast was very good Excellent location The staff were very helpful"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 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$219 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$219
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star property in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (248 reviews)
"Spacious clean room! Mine was street facing and super quiet with windows fully shut. Didn't take advantage of the breakfast, but the staff held my luggage until my room was ready, gave recommendations and was convenient to many shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Caportigia Boutique Hotel
Nostos rooms & Apartments

Nostos rooms & Apartments

3 out of 5
Corso Umberto I, 66, Syracuse, SR
The price is AU$127 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$127
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia ...
9/10 Wonderful! (268 reviews)
"The location is great! Hotels stuff is helpful. The room is big, clean and has everything you need. The bed is very comfortable. However the air conditioner is VERY loud. The bathroom smelled like urine and the shower head didn’t work well. It seems like the holes in the shower head were all ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Nostos rooms & Apartments
Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri

Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri

4 out of 5
42 Via Malta, Syracuse, SR
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Santa Lucia ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
"Excelente ubicación!!!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

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Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri
Hotel Le Muse

Hotel Le Muse

3 out of 5
Via Malta, 17, Syracuse, SR
The price is AU$158 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$158
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy a marina, breakfast (surcharge), and an area shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Santa ...
7.4/10 Good! (65 reviews)
"All was great"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Hotel Le Muse
Lakkios

Lakkios

3 out of 5
Via Allo Sbarcadero Santa Lucia 2/a, Syracuse, SR
Stay at this 3-star beach B&B in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lungomare di Ortigia and Porto Piccolo are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews)
"We loved our room! We had a deluxe room for three people, and a private staircase that led to a cute balcony with views of the water, the city, and Ortigia! We enjoyed our coffee on the balcony every morning :-) The room had a fridge, coffee and tea (awesome!), and the front desk had bottled water, ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Lucia

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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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Neapolis

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

Neapolis
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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
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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
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Tiche

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

Tiche
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Epipoli

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

Epipoli

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