Guided Boat Tour of Ortigia Island with Grotto Visit
Guided Boat Tour of Ortigia Island with Grotto Visit
Duration: 1 hour
1 hour
Free cancellation up to 12 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 12 hours before the start of your experience
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Explore one of Sicily’s most beautiful destinations by boat, discover enchanting grottos, and learn about the island’s myths and legends from your experienced guide.
Revel in the sights and sounds of the sea as you discover the charming island of Ortigia with an expert guide.
Get the chance to see historical landmarks like the natural Fountain of Arethusa and the 13th-century citadel, Maniace Castle.
Explore the enigmatic sea grottos and get a close look at coral formation, stalactites, and stalagmites.
Enjoy a short stop for an invigorating swim in the azure waters, provided the weather conditions are favorable.
Fun Fact: It is believed that the Goddess Diana transformed the Greek nymph Arethusa into the fountain of sweet water that is so well-known today, as she fled from the advances of the river god Alpheus.
1-hour boat tour
English/Italian-speaking skipper
Swimming stop, if weather permits
Food and drinks (can be purchased onboard)
Boat tour at Ortigia Island Grotto with passengers near rocky cliffs.
See Some of Ortigia’s Most Significant Monuments
The boat ride facilitates views of some of the best historical and cultural sites located along the coast of Ortygia. These include the stone Umberto I Bridge, the only surviving part of the Spanish bastion that once defended the island, a former Bourbon prison, and the 13th-century Maniace Castle.
Visit the Sea Caves
Spend some time exploring the sea caves that adorn the northern side of the island. The boat will enter the cave in a way that lets you see coral formations, stalactites, and stalagmites up close.
If weather permits, the boat will stop for a short time where the water is bluer. Take the opportunity to wade around in the beautiful Sicilian sea before returning to the land.
Boat tour passing historic buildings on Ortigia Island, Sicily.
Boats near the grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs in the background.
Boat tour at Ortigia Island Grotto with passengers near rocky cliffs.
Boat tour passing historic buildings on Ortigia Island, Sicily.
Boats near the grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs in the background.
People swimming in clear blue water near Ortigia Island during a sightseeing cruise.
Important Information
- Please note that the commander reserves the right to cancel the excursion at any time depending on the weather conditions.
Boat approaching grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs and clear water.
Sea cave entrance on Ortigia Island during sightseeing cruise.
People swimming in clear blue water near Ortigia Island during a sightseeing cruise.
Boat approaching grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs and clear water.
Sea cave entrance on Ortigia Island during sightseeing cruise.
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