Santa Lucia Travel Guide
Syracuse
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Popular places to visit
Lungomare di Ortigia
You can take time to visit Lungomare di Ortigia during your travels to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Temple of Apollo
Discover over 2,000 years of history when you visit the oldest Doric temple in Sicily.
Porto Piccolo
Explore the waterfront in Syracuse with a trip to Porto Piccolo. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Syracuse Forum Ruins
You can learn about the history of Syracuse with a trip to Syracuse Forum Ruins. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.
Santa Lucia Bridge
Santa Lucia Bridge is just one of the places to see in Syracuse, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the museums and monuments in this walkable area.
Santa Lucia al Sepolcro Basilica
Find out about the history of Syracuse when you spend time at Santa Lucia al Sepolcro Basilica. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Santa Lucia
Grande Albergo Alfeo
Good front desk staff, welcoming breakfast staff, clean room and good area for walking to attractions.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Caportigia Boutique Hotel
Excellent modern property, staff are all amazing. Walkable to everything.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Nostos rooms & Apartments
I loved this stay. Was so nice to have a kitchenette. Superb location. Staff was fantastic. Nice private terrace. Climate control worked well. Very quiet inside apartment despite being on a main street. Would absolutely stay again.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Piccolo Hotel Casa Mia
Very poor,
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Fortaleza Charme House
The location is perfect. The staff is very helpful and friendly. We enjoyed the wonderful tall rooms and the comfort of being close to shops, restaurants and the interesting archeological sites and museums. We will certainly recommend this location and will return in the future.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hotel Palazzo Cavalieri
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Loved that the front desk was open 24/7 and the location and walk ability was perfect. Room was clean and spacious. The bathroom could use some updating but all worked well and we enjoyed the provided shampoos, soaps, lotions, etc. Very impressed by the included ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Lucia
Neapolis
While visiting Neapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Archaeological Park of Neapolis and Greek Theatre of Syracuse.
Ortigia
Ortigia is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathedral of Syracuse or Piazza del Duomo.
Acradina
You'll enjoy the churches and seaside views in Acradina. You might want to make time for a stop at Ionian Sea or Capuchin Quarry.
Grottasanta
Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.
Tiche
Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Epipoli
While Epipoli isn't home to many top sights, Greek Theatre of Syracuse and Archaeological Park of Neapolis are some notable places to visit nearby.
