The Venue – Ortigia, Syracuse

Siracusa Urban Center Conference Hall

The IEEE NCA 2026 conference will be hosted at the Siracusa Urban Center – Congress Venue, located in the historic city of Syracuse (Sicily), Italy, with Ortigia as its cultural heart.

Ortigia is a unique Mediterranean setting where ancient Greek heritage blends with Baroque architecture and stunning coastal landscapes. Once the center of the powerful Greek city of Syracuse, the area has been shaped over centuries by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, and Spanish civilizations, leaving an extraordinary architectural and cultural legacy.

During your stay, you can explore remarkable landmarks such as the Temple of Apollo, the Cathedral of Syracuse built on the ancient Temple of Athena, the legendary Fonte Aretusa freshwater spring, and Castello Maniace overlooking the sea.

We look forward to welcoming you to Syracuse for an unforgettable IEEE NCA 2026 experience.

Main conference location:
Siracusa Urban Center – Congress Venue
Via Nino Bixio 1, Siracusa (Sicily), Italy

Siracusa Urban Center

 

Getting to Siracusa Urban Center

From Catania Airport (CTA) to Siracusa Urban Center (Congress Venue)

Siracusa Urban Center (Via Nino Bixio 1, Siracusa) can be reached easily from Catania Fontanarossa Airport. Here are the most convenient options:

  • Direct Bus (Recommended): Take an Interbus coach from Catania Airport to Siracusa (final stop depends on the ride). Typical journey time is about ~55–75 minutes.
  • Train: Use the airport rail connection/shuttle to reach the Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa station, then take a regional train to Siracusa. Typical travel time is about ~60–75 minutes (plus shuttle/waiting time).
  • Taxi / Private Transfer: Most comfortable option, especially with luggage or late arrivals. Travel time is usually ~50–70 minutes depending on traffic.
From Siracusa Train Station to the Venue (Via Nino Bixio 1)
  • Taxi: Fastest and easiest option from the station area (ideal with luggage).
  • City Bus: Local buses connect the station area with the city center zones near the venue (check current routes/timetables).
  • On Foot: Walking is possible depending on your exact start point and luggage (typically ~15–30 minutes).

Interbus timetables & tickets  | Trenitalia journey planner  | Venue info (Siracusa Urban Center) 

BUS (Airport → Siracusa)

Direct coaches operate between Catania Airport (CTA) and Siracusa. The most common operator is Interbus.

Interbus FlixBus

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City Transport (Siracusa ↔ Venue / Ortigia)

From Siracusa station/bus areas you can use local buses or a short taxi ride to reach the venue and Ortigia.

  • Local buses: Check current routes/timetables for stops near Via Nino Bixio and Ortigia.
  • Taxi: Convenient option for direct drop-off.
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Train (Catania ↔ Siracusa)

You can travel by regional train between Catania and Siracusa. From the airport, use the airport rail connection/shuttle to reach the airport train stop, then continue by train to Siracusa.

Trenitalia timetable 

Walking

Siracusa is very walkable. If you are staying in Ortigia or near the station, you may be able to reach the venue on foot depending on your accommodation and luggage.

Where to stay in Ortigia (Syracuse)

Accommodation is not included in the registration fee. There are various accommodation alternatives near the NCA venue in Ortigia and the wider Syracuse area.