Ortigia
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23 food & wine tours in Ortigia, Sicily — showing all 23.
Syracuse Ortigia - Sicilian Street Food Tour by Do Eat Better
Discover Syracuse on our Syracuse Food Tour, a journey through the charming streets of the historic center and the picturesque island of Ortigia. Taste the dishes locals love, from fresh seafood and traditional Sicilian recipes to sweet treats that define the region. Every stop is carefully selected to introduce you to authentic culinary traditions, highlight the best local restaurants and markets, and create an unforgettable food experience. Your guide is a passionate local Foodie, a friendly expert who shares insider tips, explains each dish, and reveals the history and stories behind every bite. Do Eat Better Experience tours combine high-quality gastronomy with an immersive cultural walk, offering a true taste of Sicilian life. To ensure a personal and authentic experience, tours are limited to small groups so every guest receives full attention and guidance. Please note the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages are available upon request.
€52.00
Siracusa Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Siracusa, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Siracusa! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!
€6.50
The Street Food Tour with a Local Guide in Ortigia! - Syracuse.
On this 3-hour Street Food Tour, you’ll discover the real Ortigia—through its flavors, hidden corners, and local stories. Vegetarian options available! We’ll start like true locals: with a refreshing Sicilian iced coffee. Then head to the oldest bakery in town to try what I believe is the best Arancino in Siracusa—made fresh every morning. We’ll walk through quiet alleys, the fishermen’s square, and corners most visitors never reach. At the market, you’ll taste capuliato, baked ricotta, pistachio salami, almond pastries, pistachio cream, and—depending on the season—Pachino tomatoes or prickly pears. Then we’ll meet my extended family of cheesemakers and enjoy ricotta, mozzarella, and the best panino of your life. We’ll finish with a fresh fruit granita from Ortigia’s most traditional gelateria. See the island through local eyes. I'd love to share its flavors and stories with you. Other things to note: Water and food included Small group (max 15 people)
€69.00
Sicilian cooking course and more
You will find yourself immersed in the culture and colors of Sicily, if you are interested I will take you to a unique and special greengrocer to choose with you the products that we will then use to cook our menu. I will explain the various uses of each ingredient to create more dishes and the different seasonal variations. If you prefer to find the ingredients on site, you just have to choose a menu to cook and I will take care of everything. I will welcome you into my home for a unique experience during which you will savor the aromas and flavors of authentic Sicily If you would like to learn how to cook a particular dish, I am ready to accommodate your requests. Mine is a typically Sicilian and generally Italian cuisine, with local and top quality products, the result of your experience will be in the dish that you have cooked yourself. The best souvenir that you will take with you home to amaze your friends with new flavors!
€140.00
Cooking class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Siracusa
Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Siracusa cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Siracusa recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
€85.00
Private tour Syracuse -Archaeological Park and Ortigia with lunch
Take a 4-5 hr private tour to Syracuse's Neapolis Archaeological park, UNESCO world heritage, and historical center of the city - Ortigia, one of the most beautiful and ancient places in the world. Hotel pick-up and drop-off included. With your private professional guide you will discover the most important Greek and Roman monuments - the Greek Theater, the biggest Greek theater in Sicily, the legendary "Ear of Dionysius", famous for its unique acoustics, the altar of Hiero, the ancient Greek quarries "Latomie", the Roman amphitheater. You will sightsee beautiful Ortigia with many important buildings and monuments, enjoy not-so-beaten paths and feel the exceptional atmosphere of Southern Italy visiting colorful fruit and fish markets. Private tour guarantees friendly and relaxed atmosphere and personal attention from your guide. After the tour, you will enjoy great wines and traditional food at one of the best wine restaurants in Syracuse.
€390.00
Syracuse Private Walking Tour with Traditional Lunch and Wine
Enjoy a private walking tour around the historical center of Syracuse, ancient island Ortigia. You will meet your local guide at Apollo temple, the oldest Greek temple in Sicily. During this 2 to 2.5hr tour, professional guide will tell you many interesting facts and reveal the secrets about the rich history, culture and everyday life of one of the most beautiful and ancient cities in the world. Private tour guarantees friendly atmosphere and personal attention from your guide.
€220.00
From Syracuse: Private Tour of Three Etna Wineries with food
During this private tour, starting from a minimum of 2 people, you'll embark on a 7-hour journey in a comfortable air-conditioned car to visit three esteemed Etna wineries, where you will learn about their wine production process. Renowned for its fertile soil nourished by the eruptions of Mount Etna, this Region is hailed as one of the world's finest for grape cultivation and wine production. You will visit three top Etna wineries. Wines of these wineries are on top lists of premium wine associations. You will have the opportunity to taste a variety of white, rosé, and red wines, complemented by fresh domestic food. Immerse yourself in the authentic Sicilian countryside ambiance as you savor each sip of wine. All expenses, including food, beverages, and entrance fees, are covered in the tour price. This tour is private, only for your group - nobody else, to assure the highest quality service.
€343.00
From Syracuse: Private Tour Mount Etna with Lunch at Etna Winery
During the private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car, you will visit Etna - the highest active volcano in Europe. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Pickup and drop-off in Syracuse included. Your friendly private licensed guide will tell you history of volcano creation, about eruptions, culture, myths, and folklore of "Mamma Etna" and Sicily itself. Driving by private car through authentic mountain villages, you will visit local honey farm and taste the produce of the fertile volcano terrain, and finally reach “Rifugio Sapienza” at 2000mt. Here you can visit famous Silvestri Craters, admire unforgettable panoramas, visit shops with souvenirs of lava, refresh yourself at some restaurant or bar. Optional ascent with cable car and jeep with the authorized Alpine Guide to 3000mt. Then you will visit one of the best Etna wineries and have lunch of fresh local food with fine red and white Sicilian wines.
€330.00
Local Market Visit and Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's home in Siracusa
Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with the Cesarina and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Siracusa cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Siracusa recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
€189.00
Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Siracusa
You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your local host. As the icing on the cake, you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. This experience is held by Cesarine, the oldest Italy’s network of home cooks available in more than 500 cities all over the country. Cesarine stands for "home cook", they are passionate and welcoming local hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. The Cesarine serve only local specialties from their family cookbooks to tell the great story of their traditional regional cuisine.
€135.00
Syracuse: Exclusive Sicilian Wine Tasting Experience
The tasting will take place in a centuries-old estate that includes a Greek fortress. You can enjoy a pleasant visit, strolling through the vineyards and the lush exotic garden while a wine expert will guide you through a selection of 4 different wines representing the area and traditions of Sicily. You will learn about the different grape varieties, the soil, and the winemaking techniques used to produce these exceptional wines. Targetta: Grape variety: shiny Catarratto. Bright straw yellow in colour, with hints of orange blossom, golden apple and peach, with slight mineral hints. The taste is dry, savoury and fresh. Re Federico: hints of red fruits, flowers and vanilla. The taste is soft, balanced and harmonious, expressing good structure and pleasant envelopment. Damarete Rosato: dense yet flowing, wild yet elegant, consistent yet refined. Baronessa di Canseria: scents of green pepper with notes of morello cherry, cinchona root and leather. Minimum participants: 2 people
€69.00
Market tour and lunch or dinner at a local's home in Siracusa
Taste Siracusa like a local and connect with an Italian Mamma. Tour the vibrant market and historical food shops to discover typical ingredients. Then head home for a cooking demonstration followed by a 4-course lunch or dinner with wine included. • Local market and food shops tour with a culinary enthusiast in Siracusa • Learn Italy’s cooking secrets during your private cooking demonstration • 4-course lunch or dinner with wines included at a local's home
€139.00
Etna tour with lunch and glass of wine from Syracuse
The best way to explore the wonders of Etna starting from Syracuse! Start an exciting adventure along the spectacular slopes of Mount Etna, where an expert guide will lead you into the fascinating world of volcanic phenomena. You will experience the perfect fusion of natural beauty and geological wonders, all within the UNESCO World Heritage site. The craters you will explore are located between 1,900 and 2,000 meters above sea level—an ideal altitude to discover and enjoy breathtaking views. Next, venture into the depths of a volcanic cave. With helmets and torches in hand, you will safely discover the underground secrets of this active volcano. Your guide will enrich you with fascinating details about eruptions and speleology, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Finally, treat yourself to a relaxing lunch consisting of Sicilian "Tavola Calda", water and wine!
€119.00
Syracuse Walking Tour & Traditional Cooking Class with Wine
Experience Syracuse’s history and culinary traditions with a walking tour and cooking class that blends culture, flavor, and local heritage. Begin with a guided stroll through Syracuse’s historic streets, exploring Ortigia Market and local food shops to discover the freshest Sicilian ingredients, from sun-ripened produce to seafood and cheeses. Afterward, head to a local home kitchen for a hands-on cooking class, where you’ll learn to prepare classic Sicilian dishes like pasta alla Norma, seafood specialties, or arancini using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. Once the meal is prepared, enjoy your homemade feast paired with regional wine in the cozy, welcoming atmosphere of a traditional Syracuse home. Perfect for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers new skills, authentic recipes, and lasting memories of Sicily’s vibrant flavors.
€99.00
Etna tour from Syracuse with private driver
The "Etna Tour from Syracuse" experience will begin with the pick-up at the structure that hosts you. Once you reach the Rifugio Sapienza (1920 meters above sea level), you will have two opportunities: you can choose whether to go for a simple trekking along one of the Paths of the Etna Park, up to 2000 meters or, alternatively, you can choose the "Etna high altitude" option . In this second case, with extra costs to be paid locally, you will reach an altitude of 2504 meters using the Etna cableway and with special 4×4 off-road vehicles, you will reach an altitude of 2900 meters above sea level. After leaving the Sapienza Refuge, the tour will continue in Zafferana Etnea: the city of honey. Here, you can taste typical local products and discover the secrets of honey processing.
€585.00
BETWEEN SKY and FIRE ETNA and TAORMINA
Highlights during the excursion: visit of Etna Visit of Taormina Visit of a winery + wine tasting Lunch in the winery
€440.93
Private Pasta & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Siracusa
Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
€145.00
Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Syracuse
Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and discover how Italian mamma and nonnas used to prepare awesome pizza at home. With this private hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make pizza and tiramisù from scratch from a real Italian family. To complete your feast, enjoy what you have prepared for lunch or dinner with a selection of local wine included. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family with a pizza party once you come back home! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
€145.00
Dining experience at a local's home in Siracusa with show cooking
Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic Siracusa recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from Sicily cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
€85.00
Baroque & Blue: Private Bespoke Journey to Noto & Marzamemi
Experience the golden harmony of Sicilian Baroque and the vibrant soul of an ancient fishing village. This is a private, curated escape from Syracuse to the aristocratic streets of Noto and the turquoise shores of Marzamemi. As your Travel Designer, I have orchestrated a seamless journey that balances UNESCO world heritage with the effortless elegance of the Mediterranean lifestyle. Step into the "Stone Garden." Wander through monumental piazzas and admire the honey-colored limestone facades of Sicily's most beautiful Baroque capital at your own pace. Journey to the coast to discover Piazza Regina Margherita. Known for its Arab heritage and colorful fisherman’s cottages, it is the heart of Sicilian "Dolce Vita." Relax as your private chauffeur navigates the scenic landscape of the Noto Valley, ensuring a fluid and sophisticated flow throughout your day.
€600.00
Classic Car Tour of Baroque and Sapori Iblei DA Syracuse
Live an unforgettable experience in a classic car: leave DA Syracuse and discover the Hyblean hinterland among breathtaking landscapes, authentic flavors and timeless villages. The first stop is in Buscemi, a small treasure suspended in the past. Here you can enjoy an exclusive tasting in a local butcher shop: artisanal cold cuts and typical specialties served in a warm and convivial atmosphere, for a true taste of Sicily. Then it will be the turn of Palazzolo Acreide, a charming Baroque village and UNESCO site. You will have free time to stroll through alleys steeped in history, visit architectural wonders and choose where to have lunch among selected restaurants and trattorias. Customize your itinerary: let yourself be guided, but with the freedom to live each stage according to your own times and wishes. A journey through taste, culture and beauty... at a period pace.
€485.00
Winery Tour, Wine Tasting and Brunch Near Siracusa
Start with a leisurely walk through the vineyards, where you will learn about the unique terroir and the winery’s cultivation techniques. Inside the historic buildings, explore the ancient stone press and aging cellar and hear the story of the winery’s history and vinification methods, with special focus on the Nero d’Avola aged in tonneaux for 12 months to develop its refined character. Conclude with a tasting of four distinguished wines: Fania (a blend of Fiano and Insolia), Eileos (a dry-macerated Moscato), Fanus (a blend of Syrah and Nero d’Avola) and Siracusa Passito, paired with a seasonal sweet treat. The experience is complemented by a generous Sicilian brunch featuring filled focacce, baked goods, cured meats from the Iblea region, and an assortment of cheeses to pair with both white and red wines. Enjoy local specialties like caponata, roasted vegetables, fresh salads, and finish with a dessert pairing of Jaraya Siracusa Passito made from Moscato bianco grapes.
€49.50