Archaeological Park of Ancient Noto Tour, Noto

Archaeological Park of Ancient Noto Tour (Self Guided), Noto

The Archaeological Park of Ancient Noto encompasses several archaeological areas that broadly include Ancient Noto (Noto Antica) in the south and Necropolis in the North. The former area, especially on the side of of the Mountain Gate (Porta della Montagna), an imposing structure serving as an entrance to this historical city, is bounded by the imposing 16th-century walls that withstood destructive earthquakes in 1693. This archaeological site is not guarded, admission is free, and you can enter it at any time of the day.

One of the park's standout features is The Memory Hill (La Collina della Memoria), providing panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. It puts visitors in a serene and contemplative atmosphere.

The Royal Castle of Don Pietro of Aragon (Castello Reale di Don Pietro d'Aragona) is a striking edifice within the park. A showcase of the medieval era architectural prowess, it offers a glimpse into the royal history of Sicily.

Landolina of Belludia Palace (Palazzo Landolina di Belludia), the remnant of a grand palace, is another jewel within the park. A vague reminder of the elegant architecture it once was.

The park also houses the Jesuit Church and College, the Carmine Church, and the Hermitage of Saint Mary of Providence (Eremo di Santa Maria della Provvidenza). These religious sites, or rather what's left of them now, offer insights into the spiritual and cultural aspects of the region.

Not to be missed is the Carosello Quarry (Cava Carosello), a testament to the region's geological history.

The Archaeological Park of Ancient Noto is a captivating historical location. As you explore it, prepare yourself to be transported to different periods of Sicilian history. We hereby invite you to take this self-guided walk and appreciate the cultural diversity and historical depth of the island firsthand.

Image Courtesy of Wikimedia and Davide Mauro.

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Guide Name: Archaeological Park of Ancient Noto Tour
Guide Location: Italy » Noto (See other walking tours in Noto)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles

Sights Featured in This Walk

1) Ancient Noto and Gate of the Mountain

Image Courtesy of Wikimedia and Mboesch.

2) La Collina della Memoria (The Memory Hill)

Image Courtesy of Wikimedia and Davide Mauro.

3) Castello Reale di Don Pietro d'Aragona (Royal Castle of Don Pietro of Aragon)

Image Courtesy of Wikimedia and Mboesch.

8) Eremo di Santa Maria della Provvidenza (Hermitage of Saint Mary of Providence)

Image Courtesy of Wikimedia and Mboesch.

WalkBuilder (customize this walk or build your own)

Use the WalkBuilder tool below to customize this walk to suit your interests. Instructions: click

at the upper right corner in the map above to view other sights in the city. To learn more about a sight, click a map pin. Click the “+” or “–” to add or remove a sight from the walk. To reorder the selected sights, simply drag and move them up or down the list in the left column.

Enter a name for your custom walk, along with your email address, in the fields below. You will receive the instructions for retrieving your custom walk in the GPSmyCity app by email. The GPSmyCity app offers turn-by-turn travel directions to guide you from one attraction to the next.
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I access my walking tour in Noto?
Save your walking tour on the website. Then download the GPSmyCity app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and sign in to your GPSmyCity account. Next, download “Noto Map and Walking Tours” within the app. Your walk will appear on the Walks screen.

2. How do I view other attractions in Noto?
At the upper-right corner of the map above, click the “Nearby Sights” button to show or hide other sights in the city. Click a map pin to view details about a sight. To add a sight to your walk, find it in the right column of the WalkBuilder tool above and click the “+” button next to it.

3. How do I re-arrange the sight order?
In the left column of the WalkBuilder tool, drag a sight to move it up or down the list. Then click “Click here to view route map”. Repeat this process until the route meets your needs.

4. Can I add my hotel to a walking tour?
Yes. You can add your hotel as the starting point, the ending point, or both (creating a loop route). This feature is currently available only in the GPSmyCity app.

5. Can I add my own sights to a walking tour?
Yes. You can add sightss that are not in our database and include them in your walk. To do so, sign in to your GPSmyCity account on the website or use the GPSmyCity app.

6. How many sights can be included in a walking tour?
For technical reasons, the number of sights in a walking tour is currently capped at 20. This limit may be increased over time.

Walking Tours in Noto, Italy

Create Your Own Walk in Noto

Creating your own self-guided walk in Noto is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.

Noto Introduction Walking Tour

Perched high on a plateau with a panoramic view of the Asinaro Valley, in the shadow of Mount Alveria, the city of Noto is renowned as the Baroque capital of Sicily.

The name "Noto" finds its roots in the ancient Greek word "Neaton," which is likely translated to "south". Later, it was Romanized as "Netum." The Romans granted this territory to Hiero II... view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles