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Syracuse: Neapolis and Ortygia
This morning there is an outing to discover the ancient city of Syracuse *(Siracusa in Italian / Saragusa in Sicilian)* with a visit to Neapolis and Ortigia. After meeting your guide at the Neapolis Archaeological park, you will have the opportunity to explore the impressive ruins of Neapolis, including the Greek Theater, the Roman amphitheater, the Altar of Hieron II, and the Ear of Dionysus, remnants of a once-powerful Greek city-state. Afterward, step back in time in Ortigia, an island with a history stretching back to the 14th century BC. Narrow streets lined with buildings bear witness to centuries of diverse cultures, from Greek and Roman to Norman and Baroque. Following this, your special host (locally known as the queen of the market) will show you around the local market, the hub of local life for centuries. She will introduce you to the local vendors as you walk through. The market is a maze of stalls offering everything from fresh produce and seafood to local cheeses, cured meats, and artisanal crafts. Following this, there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy an aperitif and a leisurely lunch with your host, within the setting of their early 20th century house overlooking the harbor. Later you return to Syracuse for your evening at leisure. before heading back to your hotel.