Archaeological site · Sicily

Syracuse Archaeological Park

UNESCO site with the Greek Theatre (still hosting concerts) and Altar of Hieron II—ancient Syracuse is also Sicily's wine hub, home to Moscato Bianco (farmed 2500 years) and modern Nero d'Avola.

What to do there

AdventureSyracuse Archaeological ParkSyracuse was the most powerful Greek city in the west, rivaling Athens. The archaeological park preserves the Greek Theater (seating 15,000), the Roman Amphitheater, and the famous "Ear of Dionysius" cave. The tyrant Dionysius I ruled here with wine-fueled banquets that became legendary. UNESCO World Heritage site.

Places to see and wineries nearby

Museum Paolo Ferrara Archaeological Museum Syracuse's Paolo Orsi Regional Archaeological Museum holds 27,000+ Greek, Roman, and Paleolithic artifacts—one of Europe's principal archaeological institutions, showcases Sicily's ancient wine-producing heritage.
Landmark Ortigia Island Historic Center Ortigia — Syracuse's Città Vecchia — teams fresh catch with Sicilian wine by glass.
Winery Cantine Ferreri 2003: Three partners revived their fathers' 60-year viticulture tradition near Selinunte and Segesta ruins, crafting Nero d'Avola and Catarratto at 290m — where Greek temples overlook modern Sicilian vineyard life.