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Syracuse Ortigia - Sicilian Street Food Tour by Do Eat Better

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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Meals This is an itinerant full meal. At the end of the tour, you will have eaten the equivalent of a full meal in at least 4 stops
  • Alcoholic beverages At least one alcoholic drink is included (only for over 18-year-old guests)
  • Water
  • Gratuities
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Via dell'Apollonion
19, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy

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Temple of Apollo (Tempio di Apollo)

At our first food stop, we’ll dive into the most authentic local street foods, surrounded by the historic atmosphere of the Temple of Apollo. You’ll savor arancini, the world-famous rice balls stuffed with a variety of ingredients like meat, cooked ham, spinach, pistachios, or aubergines, fried to golden perfection for a true taste of Sicilian tradition. In the summertime, you can also enjoy a fried fish cone, filled with a selection of fresh fish caught that very day. With the ancient columns of the Temple of Apollo as your backdrop and the lively energy of Ortigia’s streets all around, tasting these local specialties becomes a perfect blend of history, culture, and flavor.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fontana di Diana

Next, we’ll have the chance to taste the Sicilian impanata, a traditional artisanal specialty. This oval-shaped, golden calzone can be filled with tomato sauce, vegetables, meat, cheese, potatoes and sausage, or even shrimp and black olives, offering a rich explosion of bold flavors. Enjoying it in Piazza Archimede, surrounded by the grandeur of historic palaces and the lively energy of locals and visitors alike, turns this tasting into more than a meal, it’s a true taste of Syracuse’s culinary and cultural heart.
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Mercato di Ortigia

To then go to taste some local products: along a tour of the ancient market in Syracuse including a tasting of paninetti with locally produced cheeses and cured meats.
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Largo Antonello Gagini

We’ll also relish some local and refreshing desserts in the heart of Syracuse’s historic center. Sicilian granita is perfect for relaxing and cooling down on a hot summer afternoon. Served in a glass, this simple yet incredibly tasty mix of fresh fruit, sugar, and ice is ideal to end a rich meal on a high note. Alongside it, you’ll enjoy Sicilian cannoli, where the crisp wafer, traditionally molded around a hot metal bar, is filled with sweet, creamy ricotta and often garnished with candied fruit, crunchy pistachios, or dark chocolate chips. Surrounded by the vibrant streets and historic architecture, tasting these desserts becomes a colorful and indulgent experience that captures the essence of Sicilian life.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • For safety reasons, guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies are unfortunately unable to participate in this experience.
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please be aware that the guide may speak both in English and Italian during the tour
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Syracuse Ortigia – Sicilian Street Food Tour by Do Eat Better?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Syracuse Ortigia – Sicilian Street Food Tour by Do Eat Better?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Meals. This is an itinerant full meal. At the end of the tour, you will have eaten the equivalent of a full meal in at least 4 stops.
  • Alcoholic beverages. At least one alcoholic drink is included (only for over 18-year-old guests).
  • Water.
  • English-speaking local tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Syracuse Ortigia - Sicilian Street Food Tour by Do Eat Better is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • For safety reasons, guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies are unfortunately unable to participate in this experience.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Syracuse Ortigia – Sicilian Street Food Tour by Do Eat Better will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • MealsThis is an itinerant full meal. At the end of the tour, you will have eaten the equivalent of a full meal in at least 4 stops
  • Alcoholic beveragesAt least one alcoholic drink is included (only for over 18-year-old guests)
  • Water
  • English-speaking local tour guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • For safety reasons, guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies are unfortunately unable to participate in this experience.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please be aware that the guide may speak both in English and Italian during the tour
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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