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Castello Maniace — Attraction in Syracuse

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Castello Maniace
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The Castello Maniace is a citadel and castle in Syracuse, Sicily, southern Italy. It is situated at the far point of the Ortygia island promontory, where it was constructed between 1232 and 1240 by the Emperor Frederick II.
Nearby attractions
Arethusa Spring
Largo Aretusa, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Spiaggia di Cala Rossa
Lungomare d'Ortigia, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Chiesa dello Spirito Santo
Lungomare d'Ortigia, 2, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Galleria regionale di Palazzo Bellomo di Siracusa
Via Capodieci, 14, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Syracuse Cathedral
Piazza Duomo, 5, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Chiesa di San Martino
Via S. Martino, 1, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Piazza del Duomo di Siracusa
Piazza Duomo, 5, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Teatro Comunale di Siracusa
Via del Teatro, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Syracuse Museum of Puppets
Via della Giudecca, 78, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Fountain of Diana
Piazza Archimede, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Nearby restaurants
Sunset Ortigia
Lungomare Alfeo, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Taverna Sveva
Piazza Federico di Svevia, 1, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
I Castellani
Via Castello Maniace, 79, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Camelia 44
Via del, Via Castello Maniace, 82, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Cortile Spirito Santo
Via Salomone, 21, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Osteria Mariano
Vicolo Zuccalà, 9, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Cala Piada
Italy, Via Santa Teresa, 8, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Ristorante Arricrìati
Lungomare Alfeo, 7, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Ristorante La Medusa
Via Santa Teresa, 23, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Triscele Ristorante Pizzeria
Via Santa Teresa, 12/18, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Nearby hotels
Charme Hotel Henry's House / Hotel Ortigia
Via Castello Maniace, 68, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Palazzo Salomone - Hotel
Via Salomone, n. 21, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Italiana Resort Maniace
Via Castello Maniace, 71, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Made in Ortigia Apartments
Via Salomone, 35, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
B&B Aretusa Vacanze - Ortigia Siracusa
Vicolo Zuccalà, 1, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
B&B Residenza Levante
Lungomare d'Ortigia, 3, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
PALAZZO ALFEO
Via, Lungomare Alfeo, 18, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Case di Sicilia
Via Castello Maniace, 56, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Ortigia Castel Maniace
Ronco I Allo Spirito Santo, n°3, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Palazzo del Sale
Via Santa Teresa, 25, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
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Castello Maniace

Piazza Federico di Svevia, 5, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
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The Castello Maniace is a citadel and castle in Syracuse, Sicily, southern Italy. It is situated at the far point of the Ortygia island promontory, where it was constructed between 1232 and 1240 by the Emperor Frederick II.

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attractions: Arethusa Spring, Spiaggia di Cala Rossa, Chiesa dello Spirito Santo, Galleria regionale di Palazzo Bellomo di Siracusa, Syracuse Cathedral, Chiesa di San Martino, Piazza del Duomo di Siracusa, Teatro Comunale di Siracusa, Syracuse Museum of Puppets, Fountain of Diana, restaurants: Sunset Ortigia, Taverna Sveva, I Castellani, Camelia 44, Cortile Spirito Santo, Osteria Mariano, Cala Piada, Ristorante Arricrìati, Ristorante La Medusa, Triscele Ristorante Pizzeria
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Nearby attractions of Castello Maniace

Arethusa Spring

Spiaggia di Cala Rossa

Chiesa dello Spirito Santo

Galleria regionale di Palazzo Bellomo di Siracusa

Syracuse Cathedral

Chiesa di San Martino

Piazza del Duomo di Siracusa

Teatro Comunale di Siracusa

Syracuse Museum of Puppets

Fountain of Diana

Arethusa Spring

Arethusa Spring

4.5

(5.6K)

Open 24 hours
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Spiaggia di Cala Rossa

Spiaggia di Cala Rossa

4.2

(745)

Open 24 hours
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Chiesa dello Spirito Santo

Chiesa dello Spirito Santo

4.4

(56)

Open 24 hours
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Galleria regionale di Palazzo Bellomo di Siracusa

Galleria regionale di Palazzo Bellomo di Siracusa

4.4

(316)

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Nearby restaurants of Castello Maniace

Sunset Ortigia

Taverna Sveva

I Castellani

Camelia 44

Cortile Spirito Santo

Osteria Mariano

Cala Piada

Ristorante Arricrìati

Ristorante La Medusa

Triscele Ristorante Pizzeria

Sunset Ortigia

Sunset Ortigia

4.0

(560)

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Taverna Sveva

Taverna Sveva

4.4

(445)

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I Castellani

I Castellani

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(191)

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Camelia 44

Camelia 44

4.4

(119)

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Reviews of Castello Maniace

4.4
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5.0
16w

If you’re in Ortigia and you don’t visit Castello Maniace, you’re missing out on one of the most striking, cinematic corners of Sicily. Sitting right at the tip of the island, this fortress feels less like a tourist stop and more like a portal to another century—one lined with sea spray, swallows, and stone.

We went on a warm afternoon in June, and although the sun was strong, there was a sea breeze that made it surprisingly bearable. That said: go early or later in the day if you’re sun-sensitive. There’s not much shade inside, but the views and architecture make it worth every step.

What makes this place so special is the mix of raw medieval grandeur and calm seaside quiet. We wandered the bastions with views of deep blue water stretching endlessly, peeked through arrow slits that once guarded the coastline, and admired the vaulted ceilings still standing strong centuries later. Even without extensive signage, the sense of history is everywhere. And honestly? Just being inside those thick stone walls, with the sound of the waves echoing through the halls, is enough to make you feel like you’re walking through a forgotten story.

Tickets are €6 (cheaper if you’re under 25), and for that price, it’s a steal. You get full access to roam freely at your own pace—and unlike many historical sites, it feels refreshingly un-commercial. No souvenir stands, no tour buses, just history, stone, sea, and sky.

Would I go again? 100%. Especially at golden hour, when the light hits the sea and the castle walls...

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5.0
1y

Fortress of fun and history rolled into one: Maniace Castle in Syracuse a must during your visit! Nestled against the azure backdrop of the Mediterranean, this castle isn't just about ramparts and moats—it's a medieval playground with a Sicilian twist. As soon as you step foot inside, you're greeted by walls that whisper tales of knights and noble quests, making you feel like you've stumbled into a real-life game of Thrones (minus the dragons or the Lannister's, of course!).

But fear not, fellow travelers! Maniace Castle isn't just a relic of yesteryear. It's a hotspot for those seeking both culture and charisma. From its breathtaking panoramic views that'll make your Instagram explode with envy to its labyrinthine corridors that dare you to get lost, this place is a historical treasure trove wrapped in an amusement park disguise.

So, whether you're a history buff in search of epic tales or just someone who appreciates a good castle with a side of sunshine, Maniace Castle is your go-to spot in Syracuse. Grab your sunscreen, muster your courage, and prepare to conquer the past with a smile on your face—because at Maniace Castle, every stone has a story, and every visit promises a...

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5.0
3y

Il castello, che sorge sulla punta del porto, è un magnifico esempio strategico dell'architettura militare di Federico II. Ha pianta rigorosamente quadrata e torri circolari. L’edificio è fra i più importanti monumenti del periodo svevo. Il castello sorge su un luogo dove la tradizione narra di precedenti fortificazioni risalenti anche agli antichi greci; i recenti scavi, tuttavia, non hanno portato alla luce alcuna traccia del maniero che dal condottiero bizantino Giorgio Maniace prende il nome e ci sono molti dubbi riguardo la tipologia della costruzione dato la funzione strategica. È probabile che le profonde escavazioni del banco roccioso fatte in età sveva per le nuove fondazioni abbiano completamente cancellato ogni traccia del probabile fortilizio preesistente. Il castello è posto a difesa del porto e della città. Federico II, uomo intelligentissimo, sapeva costruire i castelli nel punto giusto, e sapeva bene che la difesa di Siracusa era garantita da un lato dal mare e dall’altro da un castello efficiente, il Marieth, posto sulla terraferma, all’imbocco dell’istmo per Ortigia. Per capire l’importanza strategica del sito basti pensare che proprio dal lato dove sorgeva il Marieth si diramava il complicatissimo sistema difensivo voluto da Carlo V per Siracusa. I dati costruttivi accrescono i dubbi. Manca infatti baglio, cioè la piazza d’arme: quello spazio interno che consentiva le manovre delle macchine da guerra, le ingombranti catapulte, o trabucchi, destinate a lanciare pietre o altro. Nell’interno è dislocata una grande sala ipostila, cioè piena di crociere e di colonne che ha soltanto nel modulo centrale un prezioso cortile ma che non ha niente a che vedere con lo spazio di manovra. Le torri stesse, ingombrate all’interno dalle scale, non potevano servire a scopi difensivi. Inoltre l’assenza di strutture abitative, dei depositi per le derrate alimentari e per il munizionamento, accrescono ancor di più il fascino ed il mistero di questa imponente costruzione. Nel 1540 qui alloggiò l’ammiraglio Andrea Doria  durate la spedizione organizzata da Carlo V contro i Musulmani. Nei secoli la struttura dell’edificio  è stata rimaneggiata, dovendola adattare a residenza, a caserma e a prigione. Attualmente tutta la struttura è ben conservata. L'ingresso è gestito da orari di apertura settimanali e da un biglietto. Pagamento un'aggiunta al biglietto d'ingresso si può avere una guida che spiega gli origini e la storia del Castello ma anche della intera...

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