Top 11 Val di Noto Baroque Tours

1.Noto, Modica and Ragusa: The Baroque Tour from Catania

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 133 reviews · from $124Our pick

Travel from Catania in an air-conditioned van with an English, Italian or Spanish-speaking driver-guide. You’ll have about 90 minutes in each Baroque town, plus a stop at Sicily’s oldest chocolate factory in Modica. Guides have included Alessio, Carmelo and Rustian, though your guide may vary.

“The Baroque tour was the best tour by far out of the 5 tours we did in Sicily! Alessio is a very knowledgeable guide and we learnt so much with him about the many aspects of Sicilian culture, history and way of life. His passion for his island is infectious and we were delighted to be shown such a beautiful part of Sicily! The itinerary was really thorough and well structured and we would recommend this tour 100%. Thank you Alessio for such a great day in Sicily: definitely one of the highlights of our trip!”

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2.Noto, Modica and Ragusa Ibla Baroque Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 106 reviews · from $101

From Catania, this eight-hour small-group-style day out visits Ragusa Ibla, Modica and Noto, with a guide speaking English, French, Italian or Spanish. Expect striking Baroque streets, time to taste Modica chocolate and several long van rides. Guides praised by name include Silvia, Andrea, Lorenzo, Giuseppe and Dan.

“Lorenzo was a brilliant guide he didn't hurry us and was full of information to share with us, the 3 of us really enjoyed spending the day with him in this special place in Sicily.”

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3.Baroque tour: Ragusa, Modica and Noto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $543Top rated

Travel from Syracuse in a group of up to eight, with an 8:30 am start and roughly two hours each in Ragusa Ibla and Noto. Modica gets a shorter panoramic stop and chocolate tasting. Drivers such as Claudio and Giovanni offer local pointers; a dedicated guide is available for an extra fee.

“Amazing tour , showcasing 3 beautiful historical towns. Claudio our guide was very knowledgeable, professional , friendly and warm . His van was well maintained and comfortable ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride throughout the tour . Truly memorable experience in Sicily!”

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4.3-hour walking tour Discovering Ragusa Baroque

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

In three hours, guide Serena leads a small English-speaking group from Ragusa Superiore down to Ragusa Ibla, linking churches, Baroque façades, the Santa Maria delle Scale viewpoint and the Iblean Gardens. Expect stories about local history and architecture, plenty of steps, and interiors that may depend on the time of day and season.

“This was a really nice tour. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, and provided not only a history or Ragusa but also of Sicily in general. Plan enough time to park in the lower town and take a bus to Ragusa Superiore to start the tour or vice versa.”

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5.Baroque shades of Sicily (Noto, Modica and Ragusa day tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $132

Leave Catania at 9 am for an eight-hour small-group drive to Ragusa Ibla, Modica, and Noto. You get free time in each town and a stop for Modica’s traditional chocolate. Guides have included Gianmarco, Alessio, and Rustian; the experience can vary, so expect anything from lively historical commentary to a more driver-led day.

“We spent a beautiful day touring Noto , Modica and Ragusa. Lovely weather, great food and Rustiano was a great tour guide. Loved these towns and the people were so friendly in Sicily !”

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6.Wine Tasting and Typical Tastings in the Val di Noto

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 20 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $77Best value

Visit a winery among the vineyards and almond groves of the Val di Noto, between two Baroque cities. An English- or Italian-speaking host guides you through the vineyard and cellar, then pours four local wines with a light aperitif of Sicilian specialties. The 1.5-hour experience costs $77 per person and is limited to 10 participants.

“Very informative and exciting! wine, food, service: everything was amazing! 10/10”

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7.8-hour tour of the Baroque cities Noto-Modica-Ragusa-Ortigia

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews

Travel from Syracuse by private BMW 5 Series to Noto, Modica, Ragusa Ibla and Ortigia. The driver speaks English and Italian; names associated with the tour include Vincenzo, Max, Claudio and Maximilian, but your driver may vary. Expect Baroque architecture, a possible Modica chocolate-lab visit, free time for lunch and a final look around Ortigia.

“It was a fantastic trip! Max is a great guide with perfect planning and patience. All those towns are just so beautiful.”

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8.Sicilian Baroque Architecture Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 6 reviews

Explore Noto’s Baroque center on a two-hour private walk with a licensed Italian- or English-speaking guide. See the Cathedral of San Nicolò, Palazzo Ducezio, Palazzo Nicolaci’s carved balconies, and Via Nicolaci, known for its Infiorata flower carpet. Elia is one guide associated with the tour, though your guide may differ.

“Our Excellent guide had interesting insights and tailored our tour to the time we wanted spend. She was thoughtful and made sure we could stand in the shade as often as possible on a warm day. She was very kind and knowledgeable”

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9.COLORS , FLAVORS and SMELLS IN THE SCENIC BAROQUE of SICILY

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $1,388

From Catania, a private driver escort takes you to Marzamemi and Portopalo, then onward to Scicli and Modica, with a night in a 4-star hotel. Expect a seaside fish lunch, an aromatic greenhouse visit with tastings, and a look at Modica’s traditional chocolate making. Angela and Giuseppe have led other Sicily tours, but your assigned escort may differ.

“What an outstanding experience that will provide a lifetime of memories. Angela (our guide) and Giuseppe (our driver) took great care of us at every opportunity and their passion for Sicily made the whole tour an experience for the heart as Read more”

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10.Syracuse, Noto, and Catania Baroque Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews

Travel by private group from Catania, Taormina, or Giardini Naxos to Syracuse, Ortigia, Noto, and Catania. Your English- or Spanish-speaking guide sets the scene and points out what to look for, while you explore the towns independently. Fabio and Ignazio are among the guides who have led this tour.

“Fantastic day, Fabio is a great guide who is very knowledgeable and accommodating. A great way to see several towns in one day.”

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11.Scicli: Guided Walking Tour in Baroque City Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3 reviews

Spend two hours walking Scicli’s Baroque center with a licensed guide in English or Italian. Visit San Bartolomeo, Via Penna, Beneventano Palace, the Town Hall and San Giovanni Evangelista, known for its unusual Christ of Burgos painting. Guide Mara has been praised for her patient, engaging approach, though it is wise to confirm your language and meeting point before setting off.

“Our guide for the 2nd group, Mara, was great. She was very knowledgeable, patient, had a good sense of humor and willing to answer questions by several group members. Unlike out the guide for our 1st group, it was a very enjoyable and informative experience. Both guides were from the same company, strangely enough.”

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