At the beginning of the tour, your expert guide will introduce you to the town’s unique layout, divided into Modica Bassa (lower) and Modica Alta (upper), each dominated by a stunning cathedral. In Modica Alta, you will visit the imposing Cathedral of San Giorgio, renowned for its intricate baroque façade, while in Modica Bassa you will enter San Pietro, famous for the magnificent Madonna of Trapani. 

You will continue with the extraordinary gem of San Nicolò Inferiore, a rock-hewn church discovered by accident in 1987, and characterized by its incredible Byzantine frescoes and hidden behind the unassuming facade of a garage.

At the end of your visit, you will stop at a local chocolate atelier, where you’ll learn all the secrets of Modica’s iconic chocolate, that you will be able to taste yourself and bring home with you. Modica’s chocolate process was inspired by the ancient Aztec process, brought to Sicily by the Spaniards, and still followed today. 

Your local expert will guide you through the intricate tapestry of Modica’s past, blending art, architecture, and culinary heritage into an unforgettable experience.

The chocolate tastings and entrance fees to the churches are included in the price of the tour. 

We are staying in Modica. Can the guide meet us at our hotel? No, it would be easier if guests meet the guide at the designated starting point, as hotel locations in Modica vary, and walking from your hotel could take significant time. This ensures we can make the most of the short tour and cover all the highlights.

We are staying in Syracuse. Can we add a car service from and to Modica? Yes, we can arrange a car service from your hotel in Syracuse to the meeting point in Modica and back. Leave a note in the client section at checkout to let us know. Please note that the guide will meet you in Modica at the tour's start time and will not accompany you in the car.

Is this tour suitable for families with children? Yes, while this tour is not specifically designed for families, it is suitable for families with children. Just keep in mind that it can get quite hot in Modica in the summer, so we recommend coming prepared for the weather. There are a lot of steps to climb to visit the churches so we do not advise using strollers on this tour.

We understand that some of our valued guests may have mobility concerns, and we want to ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout your tour. If there are any accessibility concerns that your tour guide will need to be aware of, please let our team know at the time of booking.

Is this tour wheelchair-friendly? It depends on the time of year and the severity of the mobility issue. Modica is built in a valley and extends upwards on two sides, so the streets are steep and narrow. There are also a lot of steps to get into both churches. During the high season, the city of Modica runs a touristic train through town that can be used for families with children or persons with reduced mobility. It is an hour long and wouldn’t be available for the whole tour or all year. Modica is a complex city to visit for anyone in a wheelchair. 

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