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The guided tour of Noto takes you back to the Baroque era, starting at Porta Reale near the Church of St. Francis of Assisi. You’ll climb to admire stunning interiors and frescoes, then continue along the main street to the Church of Santa Chiara with its richly decorated columns and statues. In Piazza del Duomo, you’ll visit Palazzo Ducezio with its mirrored rooms and the grand Cathedral of San Nicolò, a Baroque masterpiece. The tour proceeds to Via Nicolaci, famous for its flower festival and ornate balconies of Palazzo Nicolaci. Strolling through the alleys, you’ll see the historic Loggia del Mercato and end at the neoclassical Tina di Lorenzo Theater and the 18th-century Fountain of Hercules.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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The Church of St. Francis of Assisi in Noto is an elegant example of Sicilian Baroque, with a simple façade, luminous interiors, and frescoes reflecting the art and devotion of the 17th century.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Church of Saint Chiara is a jewel of Sicilian Baroque, famous for its finely decorated columns, elaborate statues, gilded stuccoes, and elegant side chapels that enrich the interior.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Piazza del Duomo is a majestic Baroque square, with open, harmonious spaces that highlight the surrounding buildings. Palazzo Ducezio, overlooking the square, is elegant and symmetrical, famous for its mirrored rooms and clock tower ( external visit )
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Cattedrale di San Nicolo
The Cathedral of San Nicolò is a masterpiece of Sicilian Baroque, with a monumental façade, luminous interiors rich in stuccoes and frescoes, and a majestic dome that dominates the city.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Via Nicolaci is an iconic street in Noto, famous for its finely decorated Baroque balconies and the Infiorata, the spectacular flower festival that transforms the street into a temporary work of art each year.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Fountain of Hercules is a monumental Baroque fountain with sculpted statues depicting mythological figures. Next to it, the Tina di Lorenzo Theater is an elegant Neoclassical building, known for its harmonious façade and refined atmosphere ( external visit )
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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