If there is one moment of the day when Ortigia reveals a different side of itself, it is the hour before sunset. The squares begin to fill up, the heat starts to fade and the outdoor tables come back to life. It is also the perfect time to enjoy an aperitif in Ortigia, choosing one of the island's corners overlooking the sea, the Baroque façades or the Porto Grande. From Lungomare Alfeo to the Marina, passing through Piazza Duomo and the Fonte Aretusa, there is no shortage of

In the historic centre of Ortigia, among narrow alleys and Baroque façades, Palazzo Montalto tells a different chapter of Syracuse’s history. Built at the end of the 14th century, it is one of the few medieval buildings still preserved on the island and represents a rare example of Gothic-Chiaramonte architecture in the city. Walking through the streets of Ortigia, it is easy to pass by without immediately noticing it, yet a closer look at the façade reveals that this palace