Things to Do in Palermo
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Palermo hop-on hop-off bus tickets
Explore Palermo on an open-top, hop-on hop-off bus tour with the option of visiting Mondello Beach. Get your tickets now!
Price from 18,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Italian French Spanish German Portuguese Russian Japanese
Palermo: Secret Terraces and Hidden Corners Tour
Walk through Palermo’s center between lively streets and hidden corners. From street art and markets to secret terraces, this experience focuses on atmosphere and everyday life in small groups
Price from 49,00 EUR
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Cooking class in a villa with Palermo view
All my dishes are made with passion and most of the products come from my garden where you can go before/during the lesson.
Abandon yourself to the tranquility and breathtaking view during your lunch and dinners.
Price from 115,00 EUR
Palermo: Bus Transfer To/From Airport and City Center
Relax on a modern bus and use high-speed WiFi
Price from 6,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Canadian French Spanish Polish Japanese Korean Russian Chinese Czech Danish German Greek Italian Dutch Portuguese Swedish
Palazzo dei Normanni + Palatine Chapel Tour
Visit one of the oldest royal residences in Europe and see an incredible display of Arabic-Norman art on this tour around the Royal Palace and Palatine Chapel!
Price from 75,00 EUR
One-Way Bus Tickets: Palermo Airport to/from Palermo City Center
• Enjoy the convenience of a one-way transfer in a modern, air-conditioned bus, getting you to Palermo city center swiftly.
• Skip the stress of arranging transport post-flight and dive straight into exploring Palermo with a direct transfer in just 45mins.
• Missed your bus? No worries your ticket remains valid and buses depart every 10-15mins, ensuring seamless travel.
• Benefit from onboard amenities like ample storage space, free high-speed WiFi, and a dedicated bicycle area.
• Arrive at the vibrant Palermo city center, filled with attractions, restaurants, and shops - a perfect start to your journey!
• Skip the stress of arranging transport post-flight and dive straight into exploring Palermo with a direct transfer in just 45mins.
• Missed your bus? No worries your ticket remains valid and buses depart every 10-15mins, ensuring seamless travel.
• Benefit from onboard amenities like ample storage space, free high-speed WiFi, and a dedicated bicycle area.
• Arrive at the vibrant Palermo city center, filled with attractions, restaurants, and shops - a perfect start to your journey!
Price from 6,00 EUR
Experience Palermo: an experiential journey through history, tradition, and daily life.
Welcome to our tour, a genuine journey to the heart of our history and tradition. We are excited to accompany you in the discovery of places full of charm and stories that span almost 3000 years of history. During this experience, you will not only visit the most significant monuments and sites, but you will also experience moments of authentic cultural immersion: I will share with you the flavors of local cuisine and centuries-old traditions. Our goal is for you to feel part of this history, offering you an experiential tour and getting lost in the hidden streets of the heart of Palermo. In short, I will tell you not only the history of yesterday but also that of today, explaining how the city is changing in response to the mafia and gentrification.
Price from 0,00 EUR
Palermo Cathedral rooftop ticket with audio guide
Explore Palermo's historic cathedral at your own pace. Learn about Sicilian kings and admire panoramic views from the rooftop.
Price from 18,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Italian French Spanish German
Agrigento: Valley of the Temples Premium Guided Tour
Experience the Valley of the Temples with a live local guide (English or Spanish). Stroll through the greek ruins and admire a magical sunset in this timeless Sicilian wonder.
Price from 45,00 EUR
Sicilian Cooking Class : Homemade Pasta
Mamma Corleone was born in the historic centre of Palermo, just a few steps from the Cathedral, in a characteristic alleyway of the 17th century, which represents the city in its traditions and culture.
Mamma Corleone is a family business which mission is to share with other cooking lovers their passion and knowledge about Sicilian food and taste. To enhance this value, a real Sicilian Mamma drives Mamma Corleone's kitchen, in the heart of the old town, very close to the Cathedral of Palermo.
Price from 151,00 EUR
Palermo Botanical Garden: Entry Ticket
Smell your way around a colorful array of plant species from all over the world
Price from 11,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Czech Dutch Canadian German Danish Greek French Italian Korean Polish Portuguese Swedish Japanese Spanish Russian Chinese
Palermo Free Walking Tour
On this free walking tour of Palermo, you'll discover this Italian city's charm and mix of cultures. Explore the most symbolic spots and hidden corners!
Price from 0,00 EUR
City Sightseeing: Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
• Make the most of your time at Palermo and curate the perfect itinerary with a 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour.
• Navigate the city seamlessly, covering 15 iconic sights across 2 routes as buses arrive every 30 to 60 minutes.
• The double-decker buses are equipped with an immersive audio guide in eight languages. So hop on, tune in, and take in panoramic city views.
• Some iconic spots along your route include Palermo Cathedral, Palermo Botanical Garden, and Teatro Massimo.
• Navigate the city seamlessly, covering 15 iconic sights across 2 routes as buses arrive every 30 to 60 minutes.
• The double-decker buses are equipped with an immersive audio guide in eight languages. So hop on, tune in, and take in panoramic city views.
• Some iconic spots along your route include Palermo Cathedral, Palermo Botanical Garden, and Teatro Massimo.
Price from 20,00 EUR
Palermo Past & Present: City Center Walking Tour (ENG only)
👋 WHO WE ARE
nice to meet you! my name is Marco, born, raised and dead in Palermo. With the help of some colleagues, I lead free-tip walking tours designed to help travelers experience the real Palermo and get a useful introductory look at this city.
I’ll take you beyond the surface: from majestic squares to secret alleys, from street food to ancient legends. This isn’t just a walking tour, it’s a deep dive into Palermo’s soul.
🎧 QUALITY FIRST
This is the only free tour in town that provides guests with headphones to overcome city noise.
👉 IMPORTANT
I am a professional guide and I run tours as a primary occupation. Please, book this tour only if you are seriously planning to join. Cancelling a reservation is fine, not showing up is disrespectful.
🔍 WHAT TO EXPECT
Palermo is full of contrasts, chaotic and elegant, ancient and vibrant.
I'll guide you through a mix of grand landmarks and raw, local corners, giving you a deep and honest view of the city’s spirit. We will discuss food, culture, legends, and daily life — always with heart, humor, and truth. Palermo is not a postcard. It’s a living, breathing story. Come walk it with us — we’ll show you the real thing.
☀️ MORNING TOUR
Itinerary:
- Teatro Massimo – Start strong with Italy’s biggest opera house and a story of rebirth.
- Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria & Piazza Bellini – Gorgeous baroque squares with scandalous tales.
- Secret alleys – Vicolo Cagliostro & Vicolo Brugnò: Palermo’s underworld of mystics and rebels.
- Ballarò Market – Dive into Palermo’s boldest market. Learn how to move, what to eat, what to avoid.
- Casa Professa or Cathedral – Entry to one of these stunning churches (depending on time/day).
- Local recommendations – The best eats, aperitivo spots, cultural tips and more.
🌙 EVENING TOUR
(focus on nightlife and neighborhood vibes)
Itinerary:
- Teatro Massimo – Meet here and kick off with the beating heart of Palermo’s cultural scene.
- Olivella Aperitif Area – Discover the perfect spot to enjoy an evening drink like a local.
- Vucciria – From forgotten market to street food mecca: full of stories and contradictions.
- Kalsa (including San Francesco d’Assisi Church, outside) – A district reborn, with nightlife, resistance, legends, and artistic secrets.
- Quattro Canti, Pretoria & Bellini Squares – Baroque, fountains, power and pride.
- Cathedral (exterior view) – Palermo’s eclectic icon, full of symbolism and layers of history.
- Tips & ideas for your evening – Drinks, bites, and local-only spots
*PLEASE NOTE: routes may vary based on the inspiration and improvisation of the tour guide.
💬 WHY JOIN OUR TOUR?
✔️ You will explore Palermo with a local laidback tour guide
✔️ By the end of the tour you will have the feeling you own Palermo
✔️ You will get a digital Mini Guide with many useful tips
✔️ You will share joyful time with other solo travelers and curious minds
ℹ️ GOOD TO KNOW
- Reservation is mandatory.
- Please arrive ten minutes before the arranged starting time
- Tour might be cancelled if we gather less than 6 people in total
(Rarely a problem during high season.) - Tour may run 10–15 minutes longer than scheduled — our guides love what they do!
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring curiosity!
👉 TIPPING POLICY
This is a free-tip walking tour.
You choose the value at the end.
- Tips in Euro only
- Suggested minimum: €10-15 per person
Price from 0,00 EUR
Street food and market guided tour in Palermo
Visit the iconic Ballarò Food Market and learn about the hidden history of local vendors. Taste some local food and drinks.
Price from 75,00 EUR
Tour available in: English
6 speed Citybike Rental in Palermo
explore the city by your own
reach your place of interest easily
enjoy an ecosutenible way of moving
Price from 20,00 EUR
Transfer from Palermo Airport to Palermo
Punctuality, courtesy are the elements that distinguish our services. Let us accompany you without any stress to your destination.
Price from 120,00 EUR
The Valley of the Temples: Entry Ticket
A glimpse into the temples and empires of Ancient Greece
Price from 18,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Canadian German Dutch Spanish Polish Chinese Swedish Czech Italian French Korean Portuguese Danish Russian Japanese Greek
Palermo Anti-Mafia Tour
Discover the most emblematic locations surrounding civil resistance to mafia power and rebellion against racketeering with this Palermo Anti-Mafia Tour.
Price from 34,00 EUR
UNESCO Sites Walking Tour: Best of Palermo
• Learn about Palermo's cultural and historical treasures in a small group tour that lets you interact more with the knowledgeable guide.
• Learn about the history of the Royal Palace and the tumultuous stories of its past that it hides within its majestic glory.
• Try to spot the mayor in the beautiful Town Hall which is open to the public.
• Admire the Martorana Church, named by a 12th-century Arab traveler as the “most beautiful monument in the world.”
• Fun Fact: Piazza Pretoria is affectionately dubbed "Square of Shame" by the locals because all of its statues are nude!
• Learn about the history of the Royal Palace and the tumultuous stories of its past that it hides within its majestic glory.
• Try to spot the mayor in the beautiful Town Hall which is open to the public.
• Admire the Martorana Church, named by a 12th-century Arab traveler as the “most beautiful monument in the world.”
• Fun Fact: Piazza Pretoria is affectionately dubbed "Square of Shame" by the locals because all of its statues are nude!
Price from 34,96 EUR
Free Welcome Tour Palermo | Authentic & Local
We welcome you to the city with The Best Free Walking Tour of Palermo. You will see that each monument, each name and even each souvenir has a meaning and a background story that deserves to be told. It is a must to know about street food and how much of it is true when it comes to the mafia. It's time to discover where to get the essence of the city 🤩
Some of the stops are:
👉 Teatro Massimo
👉 Via Maqueda
👉 Quattro Canti
👉 Piazza Pretoria
👉 Piazza Bellini
👉 Chiesa della Martorana
👉 Chiesa di San Cataldo
👉 Corso Vittorio Emanuele
👉 La Cattedrale di Palermo.
The tours are conducted by certified guides 😎 .
It will be our pleasure to take you along Palermo's streets and discover their secrets. Be a local 🫶
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOiW8NVS_i0
Price from 0,00 EUR
Cefalù and Monreale tour from Palermo with optional boat trip
Book a full-day Sicily tour from Palermo and explore Cefalù's beaches, a boat cruise or historic streets, and the UNESCO-listed Monreale Cathedral with ease.
Price from 116,00 EUR
Tour available in: English
Palermo Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group with a Local
Join this Palermo street food tour and indulge in a memorable and rich dining experience. Explore the city from a local's perspective with your local guide.
Price from 42,90 EUR
Guided tour of the historic center Palermo
This tour of the historic center will take you to discover the most characteristic aspects of the city of Palermo. You will visit an ancient market, stroll through the most elegant streets of the old town and visit Unesco heritage monuments such as the Cathedral and the wonderful Martorana church, famous for its colorful Byzantine mosaics.
The tour will end inside the Cape Market, among stalls and ancient fishmongers.
Don't miss this unique experience with a guide - cultural heritage restorer.
Price from 35,00 EUR
Palermo: Cooking Class
Learn the art of making Sicilian cuisine with an expert chef
Price from 107,10 EUR
Tour available in: English Korean Russian Danish French Swedish Czech Dutch Portuguese German Japanese Greek Canadian Polish Spanish Italian Chinese
Palermo Guided Tour of MuST23, the Anti-Mafia Museum
On this guided tour of MuST23, Palermo’s Anti-Mafia Museum, discover the story of Judge Giovanni Falcone, killed by the Sicilian mafia in 1992.
Price from 12,00 EUR
Guided Tour of Norman Palace & Palantine Chapel
• Appease your desire to investigate history closely at the two most important attractions of Palermo with a professional guide.
• Explore Palazzo Dei Normanni and learn about its past in great detail to truly understand its recognition by UNESCO.
• Venture into the gardens and Cappella Palatina for a complete experience and find marvel at its beauty and luxury closely.
• Fun Fact: Referred to as the “golden coach”, a magnificent late-18th-century Baroque carriage that belonged to the Prince of Butera is present in the Palace and was featured in Jean Renoir’s film.
• Explore Palazzo Dei Normanni and learn about its past in great detail to truly understand its recognition by UNESCO.
• Venture into the gardens and Cappella Palatina for a complete experience and find marvel at its beauty and luxury closely.
• Fun Fact: Referred to as the “golden coach”, a magnificent late-18th-century Baroque carriage that belonged to the Prince of Butera is present in the Palace and was featured in Jean Renoir’s film.
Price from 69,00 EUR
Palermo stories and legend (only in Italian)
Palace of the Normans and Palatine Chapel tickets and guided tour
Explore Palermo's history with a local guide. Visit the Palace of the Normans, Palatine Chapel, Monastery of St. Catherine, and taste authentic Sicilian street food.
Price from 58,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Italian
Palermo: Cappella Palatina and Palazzo dei Normanni Tour
Explore Palermo's history on a tour of Cappella Palatina & Palazzo dei Normanni. Admire mosaics and architecture, and delve into Sicilian heritage (tickets are not included).
Price from 39,00 EUR
Tour Palermo city
Palermo is a city rich in culture and art with eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. But, if you don’t know where to go, there’s a risk that you might start with the wrong impression. Then opt for a tour in Palermo. Passionate among the historical attractions of the city including visits Cathedral of Palermo, Four songs, maximum theater, polytheater, Santa Rosalia, and finally a wonderful mondello ..
Price from 190,00 EUR
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Palermo
Explore the Sicilian capital hassle-free with this hop-on hop-off bus tour
Price from 15,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Czech Polish Japanese Swedish Danish Dutch French Korean German Spanish Chinese Russian Greek Canadian Italian Portuguese
Palermo Sightseeing Bus
Our sightseeing bus in Palermo is the best way to explore the Sicilian capital. See all the essential landmarks around the city comfortably!
Price from 20,00 EUR
Palermo Market Tour and Cooking Class
• Learn to cook a traditional Sicilian three-course meal from an expert chef and visit a colorful farmer's market in Palermo to buy your ingredients.
• Identify fresh seasonal ingredients at the Mercato del Capo (street market) in Palermo and dabble in the sights, sounds, and aroma of the place.
• Discover the secrets of the local cuisine and experience the true combinations of flavors and their depth, something Sicily is known for.
• Prepare dishes like arancini, pasta alla norma, and cannoli depending on seasonal availability.
• Make sure to collect the recipe booklet with the chef’s favorite tips and tricks to impress guests at home.
• Identify fresh seasonal ingredients at the Mercato del Capo (street market) in Palermo and dabble in the sights, sounds, and aroma of the place.
• Discover the secrets of the local cuisine and experience the true combinations of flavors and their depth, something Sicily is known for.
• Prepare dishes like arancini, pasta alla norma, and cannoli depending on seasonal availability.
• Make sure to collect the recipe booklet with the chef’s favorite tips and tricks to impress guests at home.
Price from 103,50 EUR
Palermo, art, history and markets (only in Italian)
Palatine Chapel and Royal Palace entrance ticket with audio guide
Explore Sicily's rich history with a self-guided audio tour of the Palatine Chapel and Norman Palace. Book now for an unforgettable experience!
Price from 35,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Italian French Spanish German
Palermo: Wine Tasting with Sicilian Tapas
Join us for a delightful tasting experience in a cozy, charming wine bar nestled in the heart of Palermo's historic center.
Price from 43,00 EUR
Road Bike Rental in Palermo with Suggested Itinerary
Sicicla Bike Rental offers you a big choice of Alloy Road/Race bikes; Italian brands like Bianchi, Atala, Olmo, Montana and, naturally, international ones like Trek or Cannondale.
Tell us your height and we will check if the correct framesize is available for the request period.
Price from 35,00 EUR
Valley of the Temples & Kolymbethra Garden: Entry Ticket
Traverse the largest archaeological site in the world and its gardens
Price from 24,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Russian Chinese Czech Swedish Italian Canadian Danish German Spanish French Greek Korean Dutch Portuguese Japanese Polish
Cefalù Day Trip
Join us on this day trip to Cefalù from Palermo! Discover the rich history, natural beauty, and Mediterranean charm of this coastal gem of northern Sicily.
Price from 60,00 EUR
All-Inclusive Tour of Erice & Marsala: Wine, Olive Oil & Salt Route
• Escape from Palermo crowds to Erice and Marsala in a comfortable minivan driven by your expert tour leader.
• Stroll through the narrow alleys of the medieval hilltop village of Erice and find viewpoints to admire the Egadi Islands and Trapani city.
• Delight in a refreshing local Sicilian granita in Erice; indulge in sweet wines, olive oil, and typical Sicilian lunch in Marsala.
• Feel and smell the tangy salt in the air as you pass by scenic Marsala's Salt Route.
• Fun Fact: Erice is often called "the town of one hundred churches" since believers had started to build churches and monasteries in the Norman period.
• Stroll through the narrow alleys of the medieval hilltop village of Erice and find viewpoints to admire the Egadi Islands and Trapani city.
• Delight in a refreshing local Sicilian granita in Erice; indulge in sweet wines, olive oil, and typical Sicilian lunch in Marsala.
• Feel and smell the tangy salt in the air as you pass by scenic Marsala's Salt Route.
• Fun Fact: Erice is often called "the town of one hundred churches" since believers had started to build churches and monasteries in the Norman period.
Price from 157,17 EUR
Full-day private tour of Monreale, Palermo and its street food
Embark on a private tour of Monreale Cathedral and Palermo. Experience the rich history of the city, taste authentic Sicilian cuisine, and explore iconic sites.
Price from 1433,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Italian
Palermo : Historic Markets & monuments Walking Tour
Experience Palermo's markets and historic sites with a private tour guide, including the Cathedral, Capo market, and Sicilian street food.
Price from 35,00 EUR
Full Carbon Road Bike Rental
Sicicla Bike Rental offer you a big choice of Full Carbon Road/Race bikes; Italian brands like Wilier and naturally international ones like Trek, Giant, Cervelo or Cannondale. Tell us your height and we will check if the correct framesize will be available for the request period.
Price from 60,00 EUR
Monreale: Cloister of Santa Maria Nuova Entry Ticket
A calm sanctuary of marble carvings in the north of Sicily
Price from 11,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Polish Danish Italian Swedish Canadian Japanese Russian Greek German Spanish French Dutch Portuguese Chinese Czech Korean
Palermo Tour + Traditional Delicacy Tastings
On this guided tour of Palermo, we'll discover the main charming sites in the Sicilian capital and enjoy tasting some of its star products.
Price from 69,00 EUR
Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class in Palermo
• Become the talk of your family and friends by learning to make 2 beloved Italian dishes like a true local.
• Witness the processes involved in making the "sfincione palermitano," the thick sponge-like pizza that is indigenous to Sicily.
• Sample some delicious premium wines and house-made olive oil while you wait for the dough to rise.
• Spend precious family moments as you learn to make pistachio gelato and listen to the history of Italian ice creams.
• Fun Fact: There is a Gelato World Cup, a biennial event where international teams compete to make the best gelato dishes, sundaes, and ice sculptures.
• Witness the processes involved in making the "sfincione palermitano," the thick sponge-like pizza that is indigenous to Sicily.
• Sample some delicious premium wines and house-made olive oil while you wait for the dough to rise.
• Spend precious family moments as you learn to make pistachio gelato and listen to the history of Italian ice creams.
• Fun Fact: There is a Gelato World Cup, a biennial event where international teams compete to make the best gelato dishes, sundaes, and ice sculptures.
Price from 57,60 EUR
Sicilian Dinner with a Local Chef in Palermo
Explore Palermo's rich culture and cuisine on a 4-hour culinary journey with a local chef. Savour authentic Sicilian delicacies and fine wine!
Price from 88,00 EUR
Tour available in: English Italian
Palermo: Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples Day Tour
Explore Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples and learn more about this fascinating historic site. Visit temples to the gods built by Greek colonists and stop at the The scala dei turchi Beach Empedocle.
Price from 65,00 EUR
Authentic Sicilian Cooking Class in Palermo
If you want to discover, taste and learn how to make typical recipes of Sicilian and Italian cuisine, then this is the right experience for you!
I will make you discover and love making fresh pasta. We will make one filled pasta recipe and two simple ones together! You will learn to cook these typical pasta dishes from my land!! We will cook together and they will taste the prepared pasta, seasoned with a typical Sicilian sauce. After preparing and cooking we will sit in the garden to enjoy our dishes.
Price from 86,00 EUR