Ortigia Boat Ride

Sail the waters of the Ionian Sea while you discover the beauty of the historic center of Syracuse on this boat trip around the island of Ortigia.

Tour Options

During the booking process, you can select from the following two tour options. Below, you'll find a brief description of each tour:

1.5-Hour Ride

At the time of your choice, you'll head to Riva Forte Gallo. There, you'll be welcomed aboard the boat and set sail to start exploring the island of Ortigia, the historical center of Syracuse.

During the boat ride, you'll see various historical and natural monuments, cruising around the island. You will admire the Venetian palace, Umbertino Bridge, the Spanish walls, and the ancient prison of the Bourbons. Additionally, you'll view the exterior of Maniace Castle, a fortress built by Emperor Frederick II in the 13th century.

Afterward, you will visit the sea caves in the north of Syracuse, where you can observe stalactites and stalagmites. After 1.5 hours of sailing, we'll return to the starting point, ending the tour.

The available times for this tour are 9 am, 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm, 5 pm, and 6 pm.

2-Hour Ride + Snorkeling

In this option, we'll spend more time in the sea caves of Syracuse, exploring the caves of Cappuccini, Innamorati (Lovers' Cave), Corallo (Coral Cave), and Grande Grotta, including a snorkeling activity of 30 minutes.

Back on board, you will enjoy an aperitif with seasonal fruit and prosecco. This option is available at the following times: 9:30 am, 11:30 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:30 pm.