Syracuse Sicily – holidays in Syracuse, Hotels, Beaches

Tour Guide of Syracuse Sicily - Photos and travel Tips Syracuse

Syracuse is one of the most important and historical cities in all of Sicily and is located in a gorgeous area on the south coast of Sicily.

Syracuse was named a world heritage sight in 2005 by UNESCO. Syracuse is about 65 kilometers south of Catania and can be affordably reached by car by Expressway SS 114.

With 123,000 residents, Syracuse is the 4th biggest city in Sicily.

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Holidays in Syracuse Sicily

Syracuse is distinguished by a wonderfully warm climate the entire year long. Come experience for yourself how many very pleasurable, warm sunny days there are to enjoy during the winter.

Thanks to its beautiful beaches, Syracuse is ideal for a seaside holidays with the entire family. Only in July and August should one take heed since the temperatures often reach or exceed the 40 degree mark.

Hotels in Syracuse – Holiday Apartments on the Sea Syracuse

In Syracuse During the last year many new holidays spots have been developed on the sea in Syracuse and its surroundings.

Here you can expect modern holidays spots with wonderful apartments and numerous services for a relaxing seaside holidays with the entire family.

Sights in Syracuse – Photos of the sights in Syracuse Sicily

Syracuse offers a countless amount of historical sights. First and foremost are the traces and remnants the Greeks left behind in Syracuse.

In this Greek stronghold one can still visit the Amphitheater and the Temple of Apollo in the old town of Syracuse.

The old town of Syracuse is located on a small peninsula and is called Ortygia. The historical buildings are in a very amiable, well kept condition.

During the last years, Ortygia went under a lot of reconstruction and renovation.

Learn everything about the Ear of Dionysios and the Fountain of Arethusa in Syracuse.

Travelling to Syracuse

From the Catania airport Syracuse is easily reached. When going with a car rental, take the Expressway SS 114 in the direction of Syracuse.

It is about 65 kilometers away and should be a 40 to 60 minute drive. From Catania's center and also from the Catania airport, there is a bus connection to Syracuse.

Here you can find the timetables, pricing and bus schedule from Catania to Syracuse.

Those who prefer taking the train, will go from the Catania central station to the Siracusa central station.