Join our guided walking tour in Noto and explore the heart of this beautiful Sicilian town, known for its stunning Baroque architecture and status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Destroyed by a powerful earthquake in 1693, Noto was completely rebuilt in a refined Baroque style, using the warm, golden limestone typical of southeastern Sicily. Today, the town is a masterpiece of urban design and architectural harmony.
Our itinerary follows the Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Noto’s main street, beginning at the majestic Porta Reale. Along the way, you’ll admire a breathtaking sequence of religious and historic landmarks, including:
-
San Francesco all’Immacolata Church
-
SS. Salvatore Church and Cloister
-
Santa Chiara Church
-
Noto Cathedral, with its fascinating story of collapse and reconstruction
-
Palazzo Ducezio, the town hall of Noto
-
Via Nicolaci, famous for the Infiorata flower festival and the most beautiful Baroque balconies in Sicily
-
San Carlo Church
-
Hercules Fountain, with a perfect view of the curved façade of San Domenico Church and the neoclassical Tina Di Lorenzo Theatre
During the tour, you’ll also step inside some of the most important churches to experience their unique atmosphere and artistic details.
