The magnificent Island of Ortigia, steeped in medieval beauty, is the historical centre of the great ancient city of Siracusa. Connected to the mainland by a small bridge, this beautiful island stretches out into the Bay of Siracusa and is home to the picturesque harbour into which yachts and even the occasional galleon regularly sail, in the warmth of the Mediterranean sun almost all year round.

The ‘Arcaeological Area’ of Siracusa, containing the ancient Greek amphitheatre, is in the north part of the city, on the mainland, and may be reached by bus in about 15 minutes.

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Because of the age of the town, many of the islands streets are too narrow for cars. If you’re arriving by coach or train your first sight of historical Siracusa will be of the Train Station just a few hundred metres from the bridge that connects to the island. The hotel can be reached within about 15 minutes on foot using the map above, but if you have a lot of luggage you can take a taxi as far as Via Nizza and walk the last 5 minutes.

If you’re driving around Sicily we strongly recommend you use a reputable car hire firm even if it costs that little bit more than local companies. Taxi drivers will offer you set fares for travelling from city to city but often the best way to travel around this beautiful island is by coach, which is usually both faster and cheaper than the train.

The nearest Airport is Catania Fontanarossa, about 40km (26 miles) away, while the Port of Siracusa is just a few minutes on foot from the Residence Alla Giudecca.

Our full address is Residence Alla Giudecca, Via Alagone 52, 96100 Siracusa.