Riva with Balcony is a prestigious apartment that comes with a refined design and a gorgeous prime location on the Darsena and the sea canal that separates Siracusa from Ortigia island. Our apartment is located on the second floor with an astonishing view over the historic Posts and Telegraphs building from the bedroom balcony. The space is bright, enriched with precious design furniture and the style of the apartment is truly elegant and delicate, as from the chammy set of armchairs and double sofa bed to the elegant flooring in the living room, which is also fitted with a TV and a built-in bookcase. The kitchen, decorated in soft colors, comes with all the tools guests may need in addition to a new dining table. The bedroom, well refined and matches the style of the living area, has a queen-sized bed with a divider behind where guests will find a walk-in wardrobe, while it faces a flat-screen TV and a small desk. Finally, a brand-new and refined full bathroom with shower completes the property, together with every comfort such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning in the living room and the bedroom, and heating for a pleasant stay both during summer and winter. The location is also perfect for experiencing the authentic lifestyle of the center in the nearby restaurants and bars. Furthermore, you will find a nearby paid parking area (Parcheggio Talete). * For group reservations, the apartment can be booked with another amazing apartment with 4 beds next to this one. Please, contact us by email for this specific request. *Upon arrival or a few days before arrival it may be required to pay a tourist tax, which varies according to local regulations. You will find your reservation details within the Guest Area of Wonderful Italy. We also offer our guests truly authentic experiences to live like a local. If interested, contact us; we will be more than happy to help you design an unforgettable holiday to discover Italian beauties. For lovers of relaxation and the sea, eastern Sicily and the area surrounding Syracuse offer everything one could wish for. Starting from the ancient Greek city and heading south, the best-equipped and most beautiful beaches to explore are Minareto, Fanusa, Arenella, and Fontane Bianche, whose name derives from the natural freshwater springs and the particular white color of the sand. On the island of Ortigia, you will also find equipped solariums (Zefiro and Nettuno) and a small free beach called Cala Rossa. Further south, some 30 km away, we find some beautiful unspoiled and inaccessible beaches, including Calamosche, Vendicari with its Natural Fauna Oasis, and the beautiful San Lorenzo. For culture enthusiasts, the Greek theatre of Syracuse and the entire archaeological park with the Ear of Dionysius, a cave carved into the limestone in the shape of a human ear, the Paolo Orsi museum, and the Latomie dei Cappuccini, as well as Ortigia itself with its historical and cultural beauty as well as its landscape, are worth a visit. Not to be overlooked is Noto, the seafront with the tuna fishery of Avola, and finally the seaside village of Marzamemi. In short, Sicily is a land to explore and its natural and cultural beauties are treasures to fill your eyes with. The airport of Catania Fontanarossa is about 60kms far away, while the “Comiso Pio la Torre” airport is 110kms away. The train station of Siracusa is 1 km away from Ortigia, as well as the inter bus station connected with the airports. Before your arrival, we will send you more information on places to go, what to see and taste. Please do not hesitate to ask!