Syracuse Boat Tour: Explore Ortigia & Sea Caves

Explore Syracuse’s stunning sea caves and Ortigia Island on a relaxing boat tour. Discover hidden gems and local legends with a knowledgeable skipper.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Maniace Castle - Located at the tip of Ortigia Island, the guide will share the strategic history of the castle, its defensive significance, and intriguing facts about life on the island, allowing time for photography and enjoying the scenery.
  • Porto Grande Siracusa - While sailing in the Porto Grande of Syracuse, one can admire one of the…
What's Included
  • Surcharges on fuel
  • Skipper/Local Guide during the experience
What's Not Included
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Transfers to/from the meeting point
Additional Information

This two-hour boat tour is perfect for those eager to explore Syracuse from the sea in a relaxed and genuine manner. The journey traces the coastline, providing an exclusive view of Ortigia, the Porto Grande, and the sea caves, including the captivating coral caves that line the route.
A local skipper on board shares fascinating stories, curiosities,…

Location
Escursioni in barca Siracusa | Excursion Boat Ortigia | Tour en bateau by Dolci Escursioni
Foro Vittorio Emanuele II
Infopoint Dolci Excursions in front of the Aretusa beach.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Adam
Apr 22, 2026
I have to go back again 🙌🏽❤️🐚🧢🍷 - Beautiful hike made this morning. has detailed us the beauties of Ortigia. Great guide, prepared, kind and helpful. Wonderful experience that I recommend to everyone.
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Global53831613379
Apr 22, 2026
Cave excursion - Stefano is the best and Laura is a fantastic captain and tour guide! Highly recommend!
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Salvatore
Apr 22, 2026
Fantastic experience, UNFORGETTABLE! - "Absolutely wonderful experience! If you visit Syracuse, you can not miss this boat excursion. Seeing the island of Ortigia from the sea, with its historic buildings, the Fonte Aretusa and the majestic Maniace Castle, gives a unique emotion. The tour also took us to explore the beautiful sea caves: the colors of the water inside are indescribable, a crystal clear blue that leaves you breathless. Special thanks to our skipper who was very nice, professional and told us many fascinating anecdotes about the history of the city. The stop for the bath with the aperitif on board (fresh prosecco!) made everything perfect. Clean and comfortable boat. Highly recommended 100%!"
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C4760ysmauriziob
Apr 20, 2026
Boat ride with view of the plemmirium - Boat ride in Ortigia: not to be missed! Ortigia seen from the sea is a different story. Departure from Porto Grande and immediately in front of you the Maniace Castle that majestically emerges over the water. Along the promenade of Levante with the honey-colored Baroque palaces and the Fonte Aretusa surrounded by papyrus: from the ground it doesn't make it so. Your skipper takes the whole tour of the island: you pass under the Spanish walls, enter the sea caves where the water becomes transparent turquoise and reaches the lighthouse. Compulsory swim stop with dip in a postcard sea. Super friendly Syracuse crew, tells you curiosity about Ortigia while enjoying the wind and a glass of cool white. Slow pace, amazing photos, 2 hours flying.
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913cettinam
Mar 25, 2026
Beautiful - We had a really good time, all the guys of the staff very professional and very considerate. A unique kindness, dream places and there was a unique sun. See you next time.
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L5468hsfabiom
Mar 25, 2026
Great. - Everything was perfect, the sea has graced us with an amazing day and weather. I thank Captain Franco for telling us so many interesting things about the island. Beautiful tour.
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Gianlucaar7101uy
Mar 25, 2026
BREATHTAKING - Beautiful, I had this experience with a girl I started dating recently, it was the best choice I could make. We had fun and I conquered it 😬 really top, very kind and really professional staff. Recommended ++++
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Stefanoms367pf
Mar 21, 2026
Great. - Unforgettable experience with sea and crazy colors. The sun was on our side and the staff extremely helpful and kind. Thank you very much we will be back soon
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Alessandro
Mar 20, 2026
Magnificent - Really a nice experience to redo
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Stefano
Feb 20, 2026
Super recommended excursion!! - A two-hour boat trip around the island of Ortigia offers a suggestive experience, between history and nature. The navigation runs along the ancient walls and the baroque views of the city, and then enters the sea caves, illuminated by spectacular plays of light on the turquoise water. The stop in the Plemmirio nature reserve offers breathtaking views of cliffs and crystal clear waters, ideal for memorable photos. The pace is relaxed, with essential explanations from the skipper allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the landscape. An intense experience, perfect for those who want to discover Ortigia from the sea.
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From $47
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).