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Ragusa

A shining city on a hill, if ever there was one.

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There are two Ragusas (three if you count Dubrovnik, once also known by that name). Ragusa Ibla and Ragusa Superiore. Ragusa Ibla is the one you've seen in pictures and maybe the Montalbano serial. Before the 1693 Sicily earthquake the town of Ragusa was located on the site of the current Ragusa Superiore. After that was destroyed, a new town was built on the slightly lower neighboring hill, in the late Baroque style fashionable at the time. This is the town known as Ragusa Ibla. It is one of eight towns that make up the "Late Baroque Towns of the Noto Valley" UNESCO World Heritage listing.

Fast forward to modern day, when a new town was built on the ruins of the original: Ragusa Superiore, where most locals live. The rabbit warren of narrow streets and alleyways of Ibla stand in stark contrast to those of Superiore. The latter is a great place to avail yourself of all the conveniences of a modern town, as well as some excellent restaurants where you'll be the only foreigner, it doesn't have the same magic that Ragusa Ibla enjoys.

Popular Tour Itineraries Featuring Ragusa

Spend some time in Ragusa on a tour that takes in other cities in Italy and neighboring countries. Our vacation packages including Ragusa and other destinations throughout Italy and Europe hassle-free. We take care of getting you from place to place, accommodation, excursions and activities.

The Highlights of Eastern Sicily Custom Itinerary

The Highlights of Eastern Sicily

Taormina, Ragusa, Siracusa

from$2,625 pp^*

Discover Sicily, White Lotus Style Custom Itinerary

Discover Sicily, White Lotus Style

Taormina, Ragusa, Palermo

from$2,900 pp^*

Explore Eastern Sicily & Malta Custom Itinerary

Explore Eastern Sicily & Malta

Taormina, Ragusa, Siracusa, Valletta

from$3,725 pp^*

Best of Sicily Custom Itinerary

Palermo, Agrigento, Ragusa, Siracusa, Etna

from$3,425 pp^*

Two Weeks in Rome, the Amalfi Coast & Eastern Sicily Custom Itinerary

Two Weeks in Rome, the Amalfi Coast & Eastern Sicily

Rome, Sorrento, Taormina, Ragusa, Siracusa

from$5,050 pp^*

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Where to stay in Ragusa

As mentioned, there are two Ragusas and with Ibla being the atmospheric Baroque old town naturally this is where we have selected all the hotels and B&Bs we offer our guests. Some of the highlights include a former monastery and a boutique cliffside hotel. Once we start preparing your customized itinerary we will present our recommended options for you to select from.

Heritage Boutique Hotel in Ragusa

Heritage Boutique Hotel

A historical building that's part of the UNESCO World Heritage List for Sicily.

Modern Luxury Hotel in Ragusa

Modern Luxury Hotel

Charming, stylish and cozy, with friendly service and a lovely garden.

Authentic Sicilian Albergo Diffuso in Ragusa

Authentic Sicilian Albergo Diffuso

A beautiful garden, a swimming pool and a view of Ragusa!

Things to do in Ragusa

We've got a broad range of city tours, day trips and excursions to keep you busy in and around Ragusa. Hit the ground running with one of a number of walking tours, or use the place as a base for exploring neighboring towns and cities such as Modica, Noto, and Siracusa. When we send you your customized itinerary you will be able to choose additional excursions to include in your vacation package or consider adding later.

Ragusa Ibla, Modica, and Noto Private Day Trip

Ragusa Ibla, Modica, and Noto Private Day Trip

Ancient, Baroque, and Fascist Architecture Private Tour

Ancient, Baroque, and Fascist Architecture Private Tour

Glowing Reviews from Our Guests

4.9 / 5

Average of our Guest's Ratings of our trip packages including Ragusa, based on 4 reviews

Review by Joan & Christopher

Joan & Christopher

Massachusetts

JayWay made it easy and enjoyable to travel independently and to customize our trip to what we wanted to do. All guides and drivers were on time and knowledgeable about the places we were seeing. One of the highlights was our trip to Noto. It is such a beautiful baroque city. All in all, a wonderful and memorable trip!

Year : 2024
Visited : Italy
Itinerary : Palermo, Cefalu, Ragusa, Siracusa, Taormina, Palermo
Rating :

4.75 / 5

Review by Darla & John

Darla & John

Ohio

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Year : 2023
Visited : Italy
Itinerary : Rome, Taormina, Siracusa, Ragusa, Agrigento, Palermo, Rome
Rating :

4.8 / 5

Review by Mark & Karen

Mark & Karen

New York

JayWay Travel's degree of professionalism and detail was unsurpassed. Exceeded our expectations!

Year : 2022
Visited : Italy
Itinerary : Palermo, Ragusa, Siracusa, Etna, Salina, Lipari, Catania
Rating :

5 / 5

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Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Ragusa

How long should I stay in Ragusa?

We recommend spending two nights in Ragusa, to give you plenty of time to explore the city, on your own or on a tour (and potentially get some hiking in).

What are Ragusa's prices like?

In the center, a quick lunch with a drink costs around 15-20 euros. Museums and landmarks generally cost 5-20 euros. For a full dinner, budget at least 25-30 euros.

How can I get around Ragusa?

Ragusa Ibla itself is quite a small town and you can walk everywhere. If you want to go from here to Marina di Ragusa (the sea area) or the main cities and villages of this part of Sicily (Noto, Modica, Taormina, Catania, etc) you can check routes and schedules of the area's buses here: http://www.tuminobus.it/home

Is Ragusa safe?

Ragusa is safe, but keep a eye out for pickpockets in touristy areas.

What options does Ragusa have for people with dietary restrictions?

As a small town, Ragusa doesn't have many vegan or gluten-free eateries, but Sicilian cuisine is tremendously diverse, so you can find many great vegetarian and gluten/dairy-free dishes, and waiters are happy to explain what's in various menu items.