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SYRACUSE private tour: exploring the hidden gems of Neapolis
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Libero consorzio comunale di Siracusa
About
Explore Syracuse on a private tour of the Neapolis Archaeological Park, where Greek and Roman history comes alive amid stunning landscapes.
Start at the park entrance with the Church of San Nicolò ai Cordari and the Roman Pool, rock-carved tanks that supplied the nearby Roman Amphitheater for naval games.
The Roman Amphitheater, from Augustus’ era, is carved into rock with three seating levels and underground galleries for gladiator combats and public shows.
See the Altar of Hieron II, a 3rd-century BCE altar dedicated to Zeus, used for grand sacrifices showcasing the wealth of ancient Syracuse.
Passeggiando nella storia giungiamo all’attrazione principale del parco, ovvero the Greek The...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admire the Roman Amphitheater
Visit the Greek Theater
Discover the impressive Altar of Hieron II
Private walking tour of Syracuse - Neapolis Archaeological Park with licensed tour guide
Explore the Latomie del Paradiso and the Ear of Dionysus
Visit the Church of Saint Nicolò ai Cordari and the Roman Pool
Ticket to the Archaeological Park of Neapolis
Meeting Points
Departure
Neapolis Archaeological Park
Archaeological park Neapolis ticket office
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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SYRACUSE private tour: exploring the hidden gems of Neapolis
(1) Reviews
Libero consorzio comunale di Siracusa
About
Explore Syracuse on a private tour of the Neapolis Archaeological Park, where Greek and Roman history comes alive amid stunning landscapes.
Start at the park entrance with the Church of San Nicolò ai Cordari and the Roman Pool, rock-carved tanks that supplied the nearby Roman Amphitheater for naval games.
The Roman Amphitheater, from Augustus’ era, is carved into rock with three seating levels and underground galleries for gladiator combats and public shows.
See the Altar of Hieron II, a 3rd-century BCE altar dedicated to Zeus, used for grand sacrifices showcasing the wealth of ancient Syracuse.
Passeggiando nella storia giungiamo all’attrazione principale del parco, ovvero the Greek The...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admire the Roman Amphitheater
Visit the Greek Theater
Discover the impressive Altar of Hieron II
Private walking tour of Syracuse - Neapolis Archaeological Park with licensed tour guide
Explore the Latomie del Paradiso and the Ear of Dionysus
Visit the Church of Saint Nicolò ai Cordari and the Roman Pool
Ticket to the Archaeological Park of Neapolis
Meeting Points
Departure
Neapolis Archaeological Park
Archaeological park Neapolis ticket office
Return
Itinerary
1
Piscina Romana
The Roman Pool in Syracuse consists of large rock-carved tanks with ancient channels that supplied water to the Roman Amphitheater for naval games and water spectacles.
20 minutes
2
Anfiteatro Romano di Siracusa
The Roman Amphitheater is a majestic elliptical structure carved into the rock, featuring three levels of seating and underground galleries. It hosted gladiator combats, animal hunts, and public spectacles, allowing for complex stage setups and thousands of spectators.
20 minutes
3
Altar of Hiero II
The Altar of Hieron II is an impressive 3rd-century BCE altar dedicated to Zeus, used for large public sacrifices and a symbol of Syracuse’s wealth and power in the Hellenistic era.
20 minutes
4
Teatro Greco
The Greek Theater is a majestic rock-carved theater, built in the 5th century BCE, with exceptional acoustics, used for theatrical performances, religious ceremonies, and public gatherings.
20 minutes
5
Latomie del Paradiso
The Latomie del Paradiso are ancient stone quarries used for extracting building material, renowned for their towering rock walls and spectacular caves, such as the Ear of Dionysus.
20 minutes
6
Ear of Dionysius
The Ear of Dionysus is a 23-meter-high cave shaped like a human ear, famous for its exceptional acoustics, which, according to legend, allowed the tyrant Dionysius I to eavesdrop on prisoners.
