Altar of Hieron II Tours

Altar of Hieron II brings to light a treasure trove of information about the past. Discover the material remains that were dug up here to learn more about this region's fascinating history.

This archaeological dig site is on the to-do lists of many visitors to Syracuse. But Altar of Hieron II isn't the only highlight in the area. Cathedral of Syracuse, Temple of Apollo, and Castello Eurialo are some other worthwhile sights nearby.

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Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental

3 out of 5
Taormina City Centre
Price was $1,243, price is now $851 per person
$851
per person
Feb 7 - Feb 13
found 21 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Catania (CTA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (613 reviews)
Received the last room available at the last minute! Great hotel and beautiful area and property.

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Duomo Suites & Spa

Duomo Suites & Spa

4 out of 5
Catania City Centre
Price was $1,350, price is now $1,011 per person
$1,011
per person
Mar 3 - Mar 9
found 3 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Catania (CTA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (417 reviews)
Excellent location to bus terminal area and sights. Friendly and helpful staff.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Hotel Elios

Hotel Elios

3 out of 5
Price was $1,153, price is now $887 per person
$887
per person
Mar 3 - Mar 7
found 2 days ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Catania (CTA)
6.6/10 (25 reviews)
Very well located in Taormina with a beautiful panoramic view of Mount Etna.

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2019

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Siracusa Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

Siracusa Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

Activity duration is 5 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $8 per adult*
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Siracuse: Guided Velobike Tour

Siracuse: Guided Velobike Tour

Free cancellation available
Price is $47 per adult
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Syracuse: Sicilian Street Food Hands-On Cooking Class

Syracuse: Sicilian Street Food Hands-On Cooking Class

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $116 per adult
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Siracuse: Guided Velobike Tour

Siracuse: Guided Velobike Tour

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Price is $47 per adult
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Syracuse: Museum Guided Tour with Sicilian Puppet show

Syracuse: Museum Guided Tour with Sicilian Puppet show

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $19 per adult
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