Sicily · PALERMO TOURS
Markets in the morning, mosaics in the afternoon, and a day trip up to Monreale or along to Cefalù when the city gets loud. These 15 are priced, timed and honest about how much walking is involved.
Palermo’s No Mafia Walking Tour links major sights with Sicily’s anti-mafia story, civic courage, and practical ways to support ethical businesses.
“Our tour guide Linda was exceptional. She was friendly and very well informed. She expressed passion about the subject and was overall a pleasure to spend more than 3 hours with. I would highly recommend this tour.”
See Palermo’s historic center, villas, markets, and port by open-top bus, with two routes, audio commentary, and optional trips to Monreale or Mondello.
“Whilst on the tour I dropped my mobile phone and did not miss it until much later. The staff all went the extra mile to find it for me and ensure its safe return. Many thanks”
Taste Palermo’s panelle, arancine, cheese, olives, wine, and sweets while exploring Capo and Vucciria with a local guide.
“This was the most amazing street food tour and the perfect way to become acclimated to Palermo! Alessandro was the most amazing, witty and knowledgeable guide!”
Visit Segesta, Trapani’s salt pans, and medieval Erice on an 8-hour small-van trip from Palermo with scenic views and free time.
“Transport was good, although the coach was not particularly modern. The guide gave basic information in four languages, which is pretty good, and the allotted time at each location was adequate. Basically the tour is principally transportation between the sights, but that’s fine as they are hard to get to by any public transport.”
Tour Palermo’s Teatro Massimo for $14, with gilded rooms, the royal box, opera-house history, and city views in 40 minutes.
“This was an excellent tour of a beautiful theater. Exchanging the GYG voucher for a ticket was easy. The staff at the Teatro Massimo’s ticket office was friendly, and the tour started right on time. Our group’s size was ideal (less than 20 people) and our guide was a very knowledgeable, professional and personable young woman. She flawlessly conducted the tour in Italian and English and she graciously answered all the participants questions. I highly recommend this tour.”
Visit Monreale’s glittering Norman cathedral and Cefalù’s seaside streets on a flexible six-hour minivan trip from Palermo.
“Great day trip to two wonderful locations. Well worth it”
Taste Palermo street food while walking from Capo Market to the Cathedral, Quattro Canti, and historic Old Town with a local guide.
“I liked everything; Fabrizzio did a great job! The historical information and detail exceeded expectations, the street food and market was fantastic, and the little cultural details he added complimented our experience. 5 stars and recommended for everyone!”
Visit Agrigento’s Greek temples and Scala dei Turchi from Palermo on a practical 9-hour trip with comfortable transport and free time.
“Mercedes Vito relatively new, guarantee the long trip comfort, followed by Agrigento epic view.”
Explore Palermo’s anti-mafia movement on a small-group walk linking landmarks, memorials, Addiopizzo businesses, and stories of resistance.
“Everything about this tour is really fascinating. I really enjoyed learning more about the mafia… and not just having it glorified by TV and movies.”
Make Palermo-style sfincione, pizza, and chocolate gelato with a chef, then enjoy dinner, wine, recipes, and family-friendly fun for $71.
“This was my favorite part of our visit to Palermo. So much fun.”
Explore Palermo privately with a local guide, tailor your route, learn its stories, find market food, and get practical help with tickets.
“Our guide was wonderful - we were blessed to have someone who catered for our needs”
Tour Palermo’s Palazzo Conte Federico with a family guide, seeing its noble rooms and Arab-Norman tower in an intimate 50-minute visit.
“This was an amazing experience as we were shown round by a son of the present Conte Federico. A palace but also a home. The tour is in English and Italian and presented with lots of history as well as humour. A fascinating look at a past Palermo. Highly recommended.”
Taste Palermo street food, visit Capo Market, and see Teatro Massimo and the Cathedral with an English-speaking local guide.
“Our guide Allasandro has a fabulous enthusiastic personality and was full of tips and info. He obviously loves his home city. Plenty of tasty food to try along the way and hearing interesting facts along the way. Can definitely recommend this tour.”
Taste Palermo street food, visit its cathedral and markets, and explore the old town with local guide Fabrizio in a small three-hour group.
“This tour of the historic centre of Palermo by Fabrizio was fantastic. In a little over 2 hours the incredibly knowledgeable Fabrizio gave us a comprehensive history of Palermo, its people and especially its food. Fabrizio made the tour, it was incredibly hot but he was always stopping in the shaded areas. Fabrizio had a great sense of humour as well and involved all of us throughout the tour. I would very highly recommend you do this tour.”
Taste Palermo’s real street food, from panelle to spleen sandwiches, while exploring Vucciria with a lively local guide.
“It was a great tour - and Vinz our guide was wonderful so knowledgeable about everything ; Great food and drink - recommend this as a great experience”
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