The Top 5 Castles in Siracusa
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 5
beautiful castles to choose from in Siracusa. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Siracusa. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 14, 2025
Castello Maniace – the present fortress was built by Frederick II from 1232 to 1240.
In 1704, a gunpowder chamber exploded, destroying large parts of the interior of Castello Maniace. …
In 1704, a gunpowder chamber exploded, destroying large parts of the interior of Castello Maniace. …
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It is the gateway to the Ancient Noto (a city destroyed by the earthquake of 1693). At its side, the ruins of the castle and the old surrounding walls are …
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It is impossible to summarize the beauty of Syracuse and its island of Ortigia in a few lines. It is a small piece of land measuring just one square kilometer …
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Fortress construction from the 17th century. On the site there is also the Castello Maniace, which was built in 1038 and expanded in 1239 under Staufer Emperor Friedrich II.
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Augusta, in Sicily, is a coastal city with an important commercial port. Founded by the ancient Greeks, it retains vestiges of several civilizations, including an Aragonese castle and a lighthouse. …
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