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Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica

Modica, Italy

History

A tall Baroque church façade at the top of a monumental staircase of some 250 steps in Modica Alta. The town is also known for its grainy, cold-worked chocolate; park at the edge and walk the lanes.

Nearest town
Modica, Italy
Category
History & culture
GPS
36.8593, 14.7598

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually March–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and December–February. Hot in July. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Italy: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autostrade; pay at the barrier by card or cash. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Flintstones ParkCampsite
    15 km from Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
  • La SpiaggettaCampsite
    16 km from Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica · 70 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • SalvamarCampsite
    17 km from Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsDogs allowed
  • AgricamperMotorhome stopover
    17 km from Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica
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  • Campeggio Di Vita VeraCampsite
    17 km from Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi
  • The King's ReefCampsite
    18 km from Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricity

All campsites in Italy · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica?

Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica is in Modica, Italy, at GPS 36.8593, 14.7598. It is about 8 km from Ragusa.

Can you camp near Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Piccadilly, about 15 km away; within 25 km there are 13 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica?

Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Val di Noto: Syracuse to Scicli.

What is there to see near Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica?

Places worth a stop nearby: Noto Cathedral (28 km), Vendicari nature reserve (30 km), Santa Maria del Monte staircase (47 km) and Neapolis Archaeological Park (52 km).

When is the best time to visit Cathedral of San Giorgio, Modica?

The most pleasant months are usually March–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)