Sicilian puppets in Syracuse: show with behind-the-scenes visit
Overview
Having to decide what to see in Syracuse, this cannot be missing.
It was 2008 when UNESCO registered the Opera dei Pupi among the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. It was the first Italian heritage to be included on this list. For this reason, if you are wondering what to do in Sicily, one of the simplest answers is to attend such a show: an experience not to be missed. And thanks to SiciLife you can take a real journey into the art of puppeteers.
What's Included
- Entrance ticket to the theater for the puppet show
- “Behind the scenes” guided tour, if purchased the specific option
- Anything not included in the inclusions
Meeting Location
Via della Giudecca
96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Born between the mid-nineteenth century and the first half of the twentieth century, puppets and marionettes are part of the tradition and craftsmanship of Sicily.
Let yourself be carried away by the stories - which tell of valiant knights, ladies and sorcerers - taken from ancient novels and poems of the Carolingian era, represented in the splendid setting of the puppet theater in Syracuse, the city's reference point for art and culture.
At the end of the show there will be a visit behind the scenes of the theater to learn about the work that lies behind the curtain, the secrets and the figures who work there, to learn in detail all the work, dedication and passion that moves this tradition secular.
You will be led by the "puppeteers" to the places where ideas come to life, where the puppets are born and where the costumes are made, you will travel into the past listening to their stories, their tales and you will relive the deeds of the brave knights of the past.
A unique experience of its kind that will make you live a day dedicated to folklore and the Sicilian artistic and artisan tradition.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The show is only available in Italian
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sicilian puppets in Syracuse: show with behind-the-scenes visit?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Entrance ticket to the theater for the puppet show.
- “Behind the scenes” guided tour, if purchased the specific option.
- Anything not included in the inclusions.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sicilian puppets in Syracuse: show with behind-the-scenes visit is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sicilian puppets in Syracuse: show with behind-the-scenes visit will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Entrance ticket to the theater for the puppet show
- “Behind the scenes” guided tour, if purchased the specific option
- Anything not included in the inclusions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The show is only available in Italian
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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