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.

Ortigia Boat 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 explore the island of Ortigia, the historical center of Syracuse.

During the boat ride, you'll see the Sicilian coast's historical and natural monuments. We'll cruise around Ortigia, admiring the Venetian palace, Umbertino Bridge, Spanish walls, and the ancient prison of the Bourbons.

You'll see the gothic details on the exterior of Maniace Castle, a fortress built by order of Emperor Frederick II in the 13th century.

Afterward, we'll make our way to the sea caves in the north of Syracuse. As we approach the caves, you'll notice the stalactites and stalagmites that form inside.

After an hour 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. We will explore the caves of Cappuccini, Innamorati (Lovers' Cave), Corallo (Coral Cave), and Grande Grotta, enjoying a snorkeling activity of 30 minutes.

Back on board, we'll 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.