Sicily · WALKING TOURS IN PALERMO
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 walking tours in Palermo worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
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.”
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!”
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!”
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.”
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”
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.”
Explore Palermo’s UNESCO sites, golden mosaics, Baroque squares, and Cathedral with a lively local guide, plus a Sicilian sweet.
“The tour was informative, entertaining and well-planned. Our guide, who we think was called Roberto, was great and extremely well informed. It felt like a leisurely stroll, whilst also learning about hidden gems of the city. Would definitely recommend the company and the experience. Grazie!”
Taste Palermo’s classic street food at sunset while exploring Quattro Canti, historic squares, local traditions, and Sicilian desserts.
“Wonderful tour with fantastic guide and fun group. Highly recommend!”
Explore Palermo’s cathedral, markets, monuments, legends, and street food on a lively three-hour Italian walking tour.
“Esperienza interessante e piena di fascino!!La nostra guida Claudio davvero professionale , piena di entusiasmo , ironica e divertente . Tre ore sono volate tra le strade e i monumenti principali di Palermo!! CONSIGLIATISSIMO!!”
See Palermo with a private local guide, tailor your walk to food, history, and daily life, and get practical tips for the rest of your stay.
“Oriana was a lovely and knowledgeable tour guide. We enjoyed our time with her and she gave us lots of good recommendations for other things to do/ places to eat and drink during our stay.”
See Palermo’s Norman-Arabic churches, Baroque squares, markets, cathedral, and royal palace on a lively three-hour walking tour.
“Amazing tour! We leaned so much the second day after we arrived in Palermo which also helped us explore the city based on our guide’s recommendations. She was extremely knowledgeable and her stories and descriptions made our learning fun and informative!”
Explore Palermo’s cathedral, Capo Market, Norman churches, Baroque squares, and street food on a guided 2 to 3 hour walk.
“la passeggiata per la città il mercato la spiegazione”
See Palermo with a private local guide, from Quattro Canti and markets to churches, food stops, and practical city tips.
“Excellent tour, Livinia was our guide. She was very knowledgeable about Palermo. 3 hours was just right for introduction to city’s important sites. Highly recommend!”
Walk Palermo’s Kalsa with an English-speaking guide, visiting anti-mafia sites tied to Falcone, Borsellino, and Sicily’s fight for justice.
“Great tour and so much background information. We now see Palermo and its culture in a completely new light. The guide really knows her stuff, I particularly loved seeing the street art and the quirky and interesting stories Highly recommended”
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