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THREE PERFECT DAYS
Classical to Baroque
Before the sun gets too hot head up to the Parco Archeologico della Neapolis (
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to explore Syracuse's
superb classical ruins. Afterwards, visit the Museo Archeologico Paolo Orsi (
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, one of Sicily's top ar-
chaeological museums, and then lunch in Ortygia. Spend the afternoon strolling Ortygia's baroque lanes, before
winding down with a drink on Piazza del Duomo (
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) and a late seafood dinner.
Heading South
Pick up a car and head south to search out Sicily's great baroque towns. First stop is Noto and its unforgettable
main street, Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Whilst here make sure to get an ice cream from Corrado Costanzo (
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), arguably Sicily's best gelateria (ice-cream shop). From Noto push on to Modica, where you can lunch with
the locals at the Osteria dei Sapori Perduti (
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. The last leg leads to Ragusa, or more specifically Ragusa
Ibla (
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). The stunning cathedral here is a masterclass in baroque architecture.
Coasting
Take the time to explore the area's lovely, low-key coastline. You could spend a very pleasant day birdwatching,
walking and sunbathing at the Riserva Naturale Oasi Faunistica di Vendicari (
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), but if you want to see a
bit more continue south to the Cape Area's Marzamemi, a good spot for a seafood lunch and a drop of local wine.
The end of the road, literally, is Portopalo di Capo Passero, a summer resort with beautifully transparent waters.
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Getting Around
Public transport for this area is pretty poor, so it's best if you have your own wheels.
There are good train connections between Syracuse and Noto. It's hard to generalise about
buses, which can be convenient or very slow, depending on where you are.
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