When you\u2019re daydreaming about moving to Sicily, places like Palermo, Taormina, Agrigento, and Noto usually come up first. But almost everyone, sooner or later, finds themselves in Siracusa – and falls in love with Ortigia, the old town that pulls in thousands of visitors every year. But what\u2019s it really like living in Siracusa, especially in Ortigia? To give you a clear picture, we\u2019ve combined our data with feedback from people who actually live there. Life in Siracusa: What People Say Siracusa is a city full of history, and it\u2019s also a great place for families with kids – especially if you\u2019re based in the historic center. Prices there have definitely gone up compared to ten years ago, but if you focus on other areas outside the main tourist flow, for many people it\u2019s still even better – offering everything from the sea to the mountains, from art to history: \u201cI live in Ortigia and I find it super convenient, especially with children. It\u2019s definitely more expensive and touristy, but you don\u2019t need a car and everything you need is right there.\u201d – Mark R. Overall, even though (as we\u2019ll see later) the city lacks some services, it offers a…<\/p>\n