Craving an Italian adventure but wanting to step a little bit off the beaten path? Ortigia might just be your dream vacation. Ortigia is more or less an island city surrounded by the Ionian Sea and hanging on to the larger city of Syracuse by not much more than a couple of bridges. It’s one of the more charming places you can visit in Sicily and has the added benefit of being slightly less tourist-crazy than other nearby destinations. It’s overflowing with stunning architecture, historical landmarks, incredible gastronomy, and unbeatable sea views. Just in case that wasn’t enough for you, Ortigia also wins in its proximity to some pretty awe-inspiring nature (adventurers, right this way) and archeological sites.