Syracuse's Archaeological Park Private Walking Tour
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Syracuse's Archaeological Park Private Walking Tour
By Prestelli Sicily Tours
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Ages 0-65
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: English, Italian, French
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- Local, professional guide
- Private tour
- Entry/Admission - Parco Archeologico della Neapolis
What's not included- Entrance fees (10 euro for adults, discounts for children)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (available on request)
- Food and drinks (available for purchase)
- Start:
- Neapolis Archaeological Park, Via Luigi Bernabò Brea, 14, 96100 Siracusa SR, ItalyYour private guide will meet you at the main entrance to the Neapolis Archaeological Park of Syracuse. Pickup at your hotel or port in Siracusa is available upon request.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 35040P15- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Since this is a private tour, minimum of 2 adults is required per booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please specify your preferred time in Special Requirements field and local operator will reconfirm time via email
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Most travelers can participate
- We have private tours, only for your party, however at the beginning of the excursion we will give each guest a mask, protective gloves and hand sanitizer.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 35040P15
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Itinerary
- Via Luigi Bernabò Brea, 14, 96100 Siracusa SR, ItalyYour private guide will meet you at the main entrance to the Neapolis Archaeological Park of Syracuse. Pickup at your hotel or port in Siracusa is available upon request.
- 1Meet your guide at the entrance of the Archaological park of Syracuse and start this informative private tour around one of the most important ancient monuments in the world, UNESCO world heritage. During the private tour, you will discover the Greek theater, the biggest Greek theater in Sicily, the Nympheum fountain, the ancient stone quarries "Latomie", the "Ear of Dionysius" cave, famous with its unique acoustics and shape, the Roman Amphitheater, and enjoy beautiful local flora and spectacular panoramic view from the top of the hill. This is a private tour, which guarantees friendly and relaxed atmosphere and personal attention from your guide.
About the operator
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- carolbD9282GZ0 contributionsBest day ever!!!Best day ever!!!! Carrado was our private tour guide and was amazing! Great communication and flexibility with our departure times as we were driving from Italy. He can pick you up at your hotel! Carrado was very knowledgeable of the area. We learned things on the ride up Etna. He had extra outerwear in case we needed it, water. We decided to take the cable car and hike a little to the craters. It was a beautiful sunny day above the clouds! AND.. Etna erupted less than a week before and was still having small eruptions as we got closer. He took us to a lava cave that we never would have found on our own. Then to the BEST little winery for tasting and amazing food all prepared fresh. The winery is run by brothers called Vinni Lizzio! It’s February so we were the only ones there and felt like part of the family. In summer you can sit outside with spectacular views!! Book it.. you will not regret a thing!!Written February 11, 2025
- anamariey20240 contributionsEtna wines and Sicilian food!We booked a Private 6-Hour Tour of Three Etna Wineries with food&wine tasting with Prestelli Sicily Tours through Trip Advisory. Our driver and guide, Omar, was the best! He was punctual, kind and very professional!Written February 8, 2025
- Anne H0 contributionsExcellent tour to experience the diversity of Sicilian vineyards.Omar was a great guide, very entertaining and knowledgeable about Sicily. We would highly recommend this tour especially the Gelsomino Vinyard and Le Vite Vinyard. The Gambino Vinyard was a bit crowded, although they have a good selection on wine.Written December 30, 2024
- TuomoL330 contributionsExcellentExcellent trip. Corrado was very kind, knowledgesble and friendly. A superb experience. Great visit to wineyard after Etna.Written December 6, 2024
- gvgb0 contributionsThey take care of you like family!!THIS is the company to TRUST! Every member of this company cares about you and takes care of you completely!! We had a terrible morning because our ship docked at a different location than what is normally used which left us separated from our guide. Even though we lost time in the morning, this company went out of their way to more than make up for it! When booking the excursion we asked them to take us to a specialty shop for some specific items. Imagine our surprise and pleasure to find out that the office manager went to the shop and got the items for us, then drove to meet us on tour, surprising us with the items! How gracious, kind and thoughtful, this allowed us to keep to the tour and get our items without wasting time. We cannot say enough about Prestelli Sicily Tours and will always use them when we travel to Sicily!Written November 26, 2024
- Anthony M0 contributionsLovely day with Corrado around Etna.Had a great day with Corrado who collected us on time and accompanied on the Etna chairlift, weather was great, organised by Corrado 👌, amazing views we took bus to crater rim. Visit to Honey/wine shop and lunch on way back to drop off. Lunch was excellent being royally entertained by Antonio as one of the family operating the winery. Bought a few bottles of his unusual but excellent wines. Well done Corrado for a memorable day with good knowledgable guide/host.Written November 14, 2024
- markkob690 contributionsMagical DayWhat a magical day touring wineries in Mt. Etna region! Elena was a fantastic guide and we couldn’t have asked for a better day. All 3 wineries were diverse and incredible. Was a dream day for me and my fiance.Written November 13, 2024
- closeknit0 contributionsMust do walk around Mt. Etna!We actually did two tours with Prestelli - this one and the six hour tour to 3 wineries. The tour guides were top notch - Alessandra for our Mt. Etna tour, and Elena for the winery tours. Both were extremely knowledgeable as well as wonderful to talk to. We highly enjoyed walking around Mt. Etna and were lucky to have a beautiful day with clear views. The company itself was extremely easy to deal with. Highly recommend using them!Written November 12, 2024
- closeknit0 contributionsWonderful Day!We actually did two tours with Prestelli - this one and one to Mt. Etna walk with lunch and wine tasting at a winery. The tour guides were top notch - Alessandra for our Mt. Etna tour, and Elena for the winery tours. Both were extremely knowledgeable as well as wonderful to talk to. My favorite winery was one I actually chose - Filippo Grasso. The only thing I would inquire about is how many wines you will actually taste at each winery. Some of the wineries seemed more interested in giving you a lot of food and less wine - still wonderful but we were expecting more wine and less food. The company itself was extremely easy to deal with. Highly recommend using them!Written November 12, 2024
- Passport7569250 contributionsAmazing walking tour of Ortigia with a true localWe had the pleasure of touring Ortigia with the most wonderful guide, Biagio Giaccone through Prestelli tours. Prestelli were very easy and flexible to work with. Biagio was incredibly knowledgable, informative, interesting and fun. He was such a pleasure to spend time with provided an insiders perspective to the beautiful and rich history, culture, and charm of Ortigia.Written November 2, 2024
- W877NEjohns0 contributionsMt Etna ExplorationExploring Mt Etna with Alberto is nothing short of extraordinary. As a passionate geology student, Alberto brings an unmatched depth of knowledge to every tour. His enthusiasm for volcanic activity and geological formations is contagious, making the entire experience both educational and thrilling. What sets Alberto apart is his ability to break down complex geological concepts into easily understandable and fascinating insights. His tours are meticulously planned, ensuring that you not only see the highlights of Mt Etna but also understand the science behind this magnificent natural wonder. Safety is always a priority with Alberto, and he goes above and beyond to ensure that all participants feel secure and informed throughout the journey. His friendly demeanor and genuine passion for geology create an inviting and enriching atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned geologist or a curious traveler, Alberto's Mt Etna tours are an absolute must. Prepare to be captivated by his expertise and the raw beauty of one of the world's most active volcanoes. Highly recommended!Written October 30, 2024
- K8675EZchristinem0 contributionsGreat Experience!What a great experience! Our guide Daniele made our whole day one of the highlights of our visit to Sicily (an unscheduled stop was our favorite part!) His knowledge of the volcano was impressive and the winery and farmhouse lunch was very enjoyable. I'd highly recommend!Written October 30, 2024
- Journey259719223590 contributionsA must see if you loved the godfather movies!We loved the Godfather tour. Our guide Bruno shared many insights of the movies being filmed. Bruno was a terrific guide. He made our tour very memorable.Written October 29, 2024
- jamiho0 contributionsFantastic personal tour of EtnaPrestelli Tours was a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. The office staff answered emailed questions very promptly during the planning phase, which made it so easy. What’s more, they didn’t even request a deposit. Payment is requested in cash at the time of the tour. And then the tour: our guide Alberto picked us up right at our hotel in Taormina and he was wonderful. He is studying for his advanced degree in vulcanology at the local university, and has lived his whole life with Etna outside his bedroom window. He couldn’t have been more friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. First we stopped at a place to taste and buy local honey and wine, then on up the mountain to a lava tube where we hiked in a hundred meters or so. The ground was very rocky and uneven, so wear good shoes! Then on to the parking area near the cable car. We opted not to go up and hike further upslope, but there are lots of very cool extinct cones to hike on near the parking lot. The views are amazing, the place is otherworldly. Then on to a winery for a tasting and lunch. Prestelli has a relationship with several local wineries, we were taken to La Gelsomina, which I highly recommend for its charming owner who was happy to chat with us about the wine and his wine business. The food was very good as well. We also visited a second winery which also served food. This place, Gambino, was a much bigger and slicker operation, with lots of tour buses rolling through, but still very pleasant. At the end of the day we were tired, full and happy. Highly recommend Prestelli.Written October 27, 2024
- GlobeRunner220 contributionsHighly recommended. Great Mount Etna Hike tailored to my personal needs.I was very impressed by the personal service I received from this company. I was looking for a customised Private Hiking tour of Mount Etna according to my requirements. I enquired with several different companies without much luck. Some wouldn't respond. Some didn't respond with what I wanted and some either refused to run the tour due to the season, or was complacent and slack in their responses. Not this company. From the word go, everything was so professional. I loved the service I received from Jessica over email who patiently explained everything to me, and made very useful suggestions about what area to hike in, based on my specific needs. A couple of days before the tour, the owner Pasquale phoned me up to explain the state of the weather conditions at Mount Etna. The weather was poor and an offering was made for an alternative day to maximise the chances of a good experience. However I only had that one day so I couldn't swap it and I still wanted to go provided it was safe enough to do so and I was going to let the hiking guide make that call. Pasquale was understanding and patient and agreed. Luckily the day of my hike, while going up there was not great weather, when we got to the first hike spot and beyond that, everything cleared up like I hoped and yes it was freezing cold and windy but the experience was fabulous and I got what I wanted and more. Elena was a great hiking guide. Astute and prepared. She had hiking sticks and made sure I was safe, checking on me all the time. She was flexible and lovely and we had a great personal chat. She had a thick jacket for me as well. I would suggest that the company provide some guidance to guests in future about what to bring and wear in terms of clothing because the temperature up there was nowhere near what it was on the ground. I caught a bit of a cough after that but luckily had medicine to clear it up in a few days. Also perhaps the company might want to invest in some company cars or a nicer, larger car. Otherwise I highly recommend this company because they provide an excellent, personal, professional, caring and accurate service, very much tailored to my needs. They didn't need any deposit as well so there's nothing to lose. I would happily use the company again.Written October 27, 2024
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Oct 2022 • Couples
This tour is a MUST when visiting Siracusa. We advise booking it for the first day of your visit in order to understand the ancient history of the city. Touring with Biagio was like earning a Master’s degree in history. We learned so much about Greek and Roman settlements and the subsequent cultures who conquered the area. This archaeological park is an amazing UNESCO World Heritage site that should not be missed on a visit to Sicily.
Written October 23, 2022
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Tanya
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May 2022 • Couples
My husband and I are from Australia wanted to visit these ancient ruins and we're delighted with this guided tour. Our guide, Biagio,collected us from our hotel on Oetigia and drive us to the Park (and back afterwards). Biagio was charming with excellent English who was brimming with information about the Archaeological ruins as well as the history of Syracusa. His was of testing Dionysius' Ear was fantastic!
Written May 28, 2022
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Aug 2024 • Family
Great guide! Very friendly and educated. Learned so much about Neapolis in Syracusa! Great for any type of group. Very engaging with kids as well.
Written August 10, 2024
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May 2022
Biagio was an excellent and charming guide. The Neapolis is a fascinating site - definitely worth a visit.
Written June 2, 2022
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Joelle F
Catania, Italy
j'ai fait une réservation dimanche 21 avril à 13h, 3 pl. pour visite du parc arch. à 45.20 CHF/ p., soit total de 135.60 CHF. je reçois la confirmation pour un montant de 289.29. Quelle explication pour ces montants différents? dois-je annuler la réservation?
Written April 14, 2019
Where is the special requirements field so I can request a 9:00 am time
Written May 15, 2018
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