Noto, Italy

Noto

A golden Baroque town rebuilt after a 1693 earthquake.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Noto

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the Corso Vittorio Emanuele past the golden Baroque churches.
  2. AfternoonClimb the bell tower of San Carlo for the view over the rooftops.
  3. EveningSee the facades glow at sunset, then dinner in the old town.

Day 2

Visit the beaches and flamingos of the Vendicari nature reserve.

What to eat

Almond granita and cassata, a ricotta and marzipan cake.

Local tips

Make the most of Noto

Beat the crowds

Calm most of the year, busier in summer.

Best photo spot

The cathedral steps and the golden Baroque facades at sunset.

Getting there

Trains and buses run from Syracuse, about 40 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

Ortigia, the Vendicari reserve and the town of Modica.

Good to know

In May, the Infiorata covers a street in flower art. Try a granita for breakfast.

Plan your visit

Getting to Noto

Getting there

  • Comiso Airport (CIY)45 km away
  • Catania Airport (CTA)65 km away
  • Syracuse25 km away
  • Palermo205 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Noto: good to know

Is Noto worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A golden Baroque town rebuilt after a 1693 earthquake.

How many days do you need in Noto?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Noto?

You can visit all year. Calm most of the year, busier in summer.

How do you get to Noto?

The nearest airport is Comiso Airport (CIY), about 45 km away. Trains and buses run from Syracuse, about 40 minutes.

What is there to see near Noto?

Nearby hidden places include Syracuse (Ortigia) (27 km), Mount Etna (96 km) and Taormina (108 km).

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