Centro Storico, Noto: Address, Phone Number, Centro Storico Reviews: 4.5/5
Centro Storico
Centro Storico
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Piazza Municipio
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Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto
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Corso Vittorio Emanuele III
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St. Nicholas Cathedral
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Chiesa Santa Chiara
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4.5
4,405 reviews
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marcellos375
Ferrara, Italy508 contributions
Whether or not you like the overly elaborate nature of baroque decorations, the consistent architectural style of Noto's historic centre makes it a worthwhile visit, as it achieves the unique atmosphere of an open air living museum that few urban locations can deliver. The centre of town is easy to visit, devoting as much time as one desires to an inner look of individual buildings (not only churches) in addition to a pleasant stroll along the main streets. Plenty of bars and restaurants are available to add the concrete pleasure of Sicilian cuisine to the spiritual satisfaction of cultural needs.
Written October 14, 2020
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r0ger79
Dublin, Ireland24 contributions
Couples
Beautiful town with very impressive baroque buildings and a Roman Villa nearby. The historical museum is also nice despite it hasn’t got many items on display. Lovely destination to visit
Written June 18, 2021
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Florian254
Norddeutschland1,387 contributions
Of course the center of Noto is choke full of tourists, even in late September. But this cannot distract form the splendid architecture that you can see and enjoy.
One caveat, driving your own car there can be tricky.
One caveat, driving your own car there can be tricky.
Written November 3, 2021
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Scotlandmac
Glasgow, UK11,631 contributions
Beautiful sight, the Baroque Duomo, that wonderful stone - but the centro storico is tiny in terms of the the few (2) main short streets of interest. The rest of the town is unattractive.
We enjoyed our visit but were there for a very short time as there is not a whole lot to see.Well worth going to the top of the Chiesa di San Carlo for the best views over the Duomo and adjacent buildings and the street, away from the crowds below.
We enjoyed our visit but were there for a very short time as there is not a whole lot to see.Well worth going to the top of the Chiesa di San Carlo for the best views over the Duomo and adjacent buildings and the street, away from the crowds below.
Written January 21, 2020
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swtraveler15
Springfield, MA1,552 contributions
We thought that Noto was very beautiful and charming - full of Baroque buildings. We wandered around for hours and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I think you need to give Noto an opportunity to charm you as it is quite delightful.
Written January 26, 2020
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Stephen L
Cambridge, UK443 contributions
I was in Noto for the day in early June. It wasn't that busy even on a Sunday, just a few tourists. Parking was easy on one of the main narrow streets. Lots to see, lovely restaurants, a beautiful, charming town.
Written June 19, 2022
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Michele Amico🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹
Caltanissetta, Italy2,869 contributions
Family
In the south east side of Sicily Island, nearest Syracuse (Archimede's city), there is the capital of the Sicilian barocco: Noto.
Written August 14, 2019
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Christine M
Southampton, UK137 contributions
Family
We found a great free place to park. You need to follow signs for Centro Storico. You will turn at a small roundabout. Follow that road up and look for a sign on the left with the blue parking P and a circle bullseye/target like sign and Centro Storio 250m. Take that turn. You see some new apartments and a not finished multi storey. You can park for free in that road. Look for some stone steps. They take you up past a B&B to a tree lined road. Turn left and you are in a park with a few market stalls. The Arch into the old town is through there on the left. Less than 10 minute pleseant walk.
Written October 20, 2014
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Steven N
London, UK61 contributions
Couples
Southern Sicily is utterly fascinating - a combination of neglect and perfection. Some of the roads need urgent upgrading and the outer rings of most towns are drab and unappealing. But in Noto as in so many of the ancient towns the inner core is utterly astonishing. The Corso Vittorio Emanuele is an absolute must if you're visiting this part of the country. The collection of grand and stunningly beautiful buildings centred around the quite magnificent domed cathedral has to be seen to be believed. It will take your breath away. If you could only visit one town in southern Sicily make it Noto.
Written April 27, 2015
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Birdie1962
Oberwil-Lieli, Switzerland50 contributions
Family
Noto, Ragusa and Modica are all fairly close to each other, and each has its own unique character and crumbling Baroque charm that shouldn't be missed. Climb the church towers in Noto, eat at Manna. In Modica, don't miss the chocolate tasting at Antica Dolceria Bonajuto - we got an entire, full size cannoli - fresh and fantastic! Took the little train around the city which made us feel silly, but was the best way to see things.
Written October 26, 2016
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Deborah G
Modena, Italy124 contributions
Gentilissimo Rolando
potrebbe darmi il contatto telefonico della guida turistica Corradino? grazie Ciao Deborah
frog002
Verona, Italy232 contributions
non conosco la guida, io ho fatto un tour che partiva dalla pro loco di Noto che lo aveva organizzato, semmai chieda alla pro loco che probabilmente conosce le guide locali
Buongiorno potrei sapere se per il parcheggio si trova difficoltà a trovarlo a corso barocco?
Pasquale Q
Baccinello, Italy423 contributions
allontanandosi 100 metri dal centro si trova sulle strade adicenti
lorben17
Turin, Italy44 contributions
Buongiorno cosa ce da vedere a noto?
Ferroni M
Lizzano in Belvedere, Italy17 contributions
Il Corso principale toglie il fiato per bellezza la bellezza degli edifici barocchi, il municipio, il teatro diverse chiese o cattedrali di un'importanza superiore. Poi si mangia bene e beve meglio. Non dimenticare di fare un passaggio al caffè pasticceria Costanzo ho cenato lì a base di dolci meravigliosi accompagnati con Moscato di Noto e Malvasia favolosi.
How far is the bus station from the centro historico di Noto?
Anne-Marie O
Alenquer, Portugal53 contributions
Couple of hundred yards
Maria del Carme... A
Vicente Lopez, Argentina2 contributions
Quisiera saber si el centro histórico está cerca de la estación de tren
DuoLakes
Zurich, Switzerland419 contributions
Its not in walking distance! Sorry I have not seen your question before!
FLAMMI56
Pomezia, Italy7 contributions
cosa devo vedere con mezza giornata? Grazie
monica64g
Busseto, Italy209 contributions
Beh in mezza giornata riesci a girare bene per il centro, la piazza è un incanto.. Il duomo è la chiesa a fianco hanno orari, e sono molto belli se ti va uno spuntino... Che poi è un pasto... Sabbirinica lungo la via principale... Il pecorino con i pistacchi da volare via, è poi lasciati trasportare dai luoghi... Buon divertimento
Mary P
7 contributions
Dalla città Noto è facile arrivare alla spiaggia e si può raggiungere facilmente le zone più belle.?
194828fulvio2014
Mondovi, Italy27 contributions
Vai a visitare l oasi di vendicari ,la spiaggia di Noto è bella,ma purtroppo come in maggior parte della costa Siciliana è rovinata dalle costruzioni fatte negli ultimi 50 anni e vista a Gennaio è abbastanza triste
boss201057
Fabriano, Italy163 contributions
è facile cercare un parcheggio,quale sono le cose che non dobbiamo non vedere. si puo mangiare in locande tipiche
Monica G
7 contributions
Sono stata a Noto che in bassa stagione quindi era pieno di parcheggi, in Sicilia comunque sono ben organizzate ad accogliere i turisti... è pieno di locande tipiche che puoi incontrare camminando lungo il centro. La cattedrale è uno di quei posti che devi assolutamente visitare e il campanile di fronte... poi visto che sei in macchina lì intorno ci sono altri posti molto belli tipo Scicli... Ragusa Ibla... e Vigata.
Frequently Asked Questions about Centro Storico
- Hotels near Centro Storico:
- (0.02 mi) AFFITTACAMERE CRISPI- STANZA CHIARA
- (0.02 mi) Landolina Palace
- (0.04 mi) Luxury apartment with terrace and plunge pool in the heart of Noto
- (0.06 mi) Gagliardi Boutique Hotel, Noto
- (0.09 mi) Seven Rooms Villadorata
- Restaurants near Centro Storico:
- (0.01 mi) Ristorante Pizzeria Il Giglio
- (0.02 mi) Chiosco Della Cattedrale-Noto
- (0.04 mi) Cafe Amarcord
- (0.10 mi) Ristorante Manna
- (0.07 mi) Gastro Matto