Private tour in Ragusa Paolo C

Ragusa Highlights Walking City Half Day Tour

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Paolo C.

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Welcome to Sicily! 🌟 Hi, I’m Paolo, your expert guide to the beautiful island of Sicily! 🌿Who I Am? Since I was young, I’ve loved wandering my town and hiking. My passion for nature and culture led me to pursue extensive studies, earning several master’s degrees, including: UNESCO Sites in Sicily The Sicilian Baroque Geology of Sicily Flora and Fauna of Sicily I became a nature guide in 2015 and a licensed tourist guide in 2017, turning my passion into a profession! The Magic of Sicily Sicily is a treasure trove of art, history, archaeology, nature, and gastronomy. I strive to help my guests discover every facet of my land, from iconic landmarks to hidden gems. My Tours: I primarily work in South East Sicily, but upon request, I can include other parts of the island. I have a private, air-conditioned car for comfortable and enjoyable transportation, at no extra cost! A Personalized Experience I’m friendly, open, and flexible. Together, we can design the perfect tour based on your desires and interests. We can explore: Archaeological sites Charming towns Nature reserves And, of course, take a dip in a beautiful beach! Don’t forget to stop at a local café for a glass of wine or a delicious homemade Sicilian cake! 🍷🍰Your Authentic Sicilian Journey My goal is to make your visit to Sicily a unique and authentic experience!

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Overview of your Ragusa tour

In this half day tour we will have an amazing walking tour of Ragusa, although in reality, we will see 2 towns: Upper Ragusa (built after the earthquake of 1693) and Ragusa Hybla (the historic center of Ragusa). We will move down through a charming ancient stariways that connects the two towns. Ragusa (and other seven Sicilian towns) was listed as Unesco World Heritage Site since 2002 for its baroque heritage. We will admire noble palaces, churches and convent in baroque style, typical of the 18th century. We will also have the opportunity to discover other monuments from different ages, such as medieval remains and strong building from Fascism age. We will finish this exciting journey through time and history in the fresh public garden (Giardino Ibleo) of the town and, of course, we will have time to enjoy a Sicilian almond granita or a fresh orange juice! I am excited to meet you and show you the most hidden treasures of this suggestive town and very Sicilian soul!

Recent Reviews

Joseph C.United States
September 2025

Paolo gave us a great tour of upper and lower Ragusa, hitting the highlights. We also did the catherdral in Modica and he took us for some original Modica chocolate.

Deepika S.India
September 2025

We were provided a wonderful tour in Ragusa. by Paolo. He was both friendly and knowledgeable, making the experience truly unforgettable. Remarkably patient with all queries, Paolo went above and beyond to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the beautiful history and culture of Ragusa. His passion for the region was evident and made the tour both engaging and enlightening. Paolo will certainly be recommended to anyone looking for an exceptional tour experience.

Stephen (Andy) S.United States
June 2024

Paolo was an outstanding guild for our walking tour of Ragusa. Very insightful with the history and how to navigate for the spots to see and views to photograph. He is fun to be around and very accommodating as he adjusted his schedule to help our schedule. Found us a great restaurant and went out of his way to get us there. We highly recommend Paolo for your next tour.

Lynn V.United States
October 2023

Paolo was the perfect guide.He was knowledgeable and friendly.The pace of the tour was just right-not too rushed but full of things to see and learn. He was flexible and patient, answering all of our questions ahead of time and very understanding when we arrived late for our start time. He gave us an overview of Ragusa's history and culture, and showed us the major sites.He spoke English well and was easy to understand.We would hire him again!

Joy F.United States
October 2022

Paolo gave me a fabulous tour of Modica and Ragusa. He picked up at my hotel in Noto right on time and off we went. The day flew by as we walked around the gorgeous Baroque towns, visiting beautiful churches, sampling chocolate and enjoying almond granita with a brioche. All the while, Paolo shared with me his vast knowledge of the towns, the churches, the art work, the food and thousands of years of Sicilian history without ever making it feel like a tour. Paolo is great company! I highly recommend him.

Jennifer M.United States
September 2022

We wish there were more stars to rate Paolo! The walking tour was exactly what we wanted. Paolo's knowledge educated us on the history of the beautiful towns of Ragusa and Ragusa Ibla. During our time we feel that we also made a friend. Paolo has the most wonderful disposition. We highly recommend him to anyone for any tour. We were sad when our time was done. We wish him continued success !

Your Ragusa tour itinerary

We'll start the walking tour from Upper Ragusa to finish in Ragusa Hybla, we'll go into: - Cathedral of San Giovanni - Church of Santa Maria delle Scale (if open) - Dome of San Giorgio - Giardino Ibleo (the public garden with a beautiful view of the canyon below) On request it's also possible to visit: - Archeological Museum - Art Museum of the Dome We'll also admire from outside many palaces, churches and other charming corners, among them: - Salita Commendatore (charming stairways connecting the two Ragusa) - Palace Bertini - Palace Cancelleria - Palace Cosentini - Piazza Duomo - Medieval Portal of San Giorgio I like to adapt the tour according to your wishes and requests.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking and public bus to return to Upper Ragusa, where we started the tour

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Sicily, Sicily, Italy

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
817458
Languages
Italian
English
Activity level
Minimal

Traveller reviews

4.8

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Who is this private tour in Ragusa best suited for?

This private tour in Ragusa is perfect for travellers who want to explore the rich history and baroque heritage of the city with a local expert. It's ideal for those interested in architecture, history, and culture, as well as anyone looking to discover hidden treasures and enjoy a leisurely walk through the charming streets of Ragusa. With Paolo C. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into the city's past and present.

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