Mercato di Ballarò: A Vibrant Palermo Market
Experience Palermo's vibrant heart at Mercato di Ballarò, a historic market offering Sicilian flavors, sights, and sounds since the Arab era.
Mercato di Ballarò is Palermo's oldest and largest market, a bustling hub of Sicilian life since the Arab era. Here, you can find fresh produce, street food, and a vibrant atmosphere filled with the sounds of vendors and the aromas of local cuisine.
A brief summary to Mercato di Ballarò
- V. Ballarò, 10/12, Palermo, Metropolitan City of Palermo, 90134, IT
- Monday 7 am-2 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-2 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-2 pm
- Thursday 7 am-2 pm
- Friday 7 am-2 pm
- Saturday 7 am-2 pm
- Sunday 7 am-2 pm
Local tips
- Visit in the morning for the most authentic market experience and the freshest produce.
- Try the local street food, such as *pani câ meusa*, *arancini*, and *sfincione*.
- Bargain with vendors for the best prices, especially on Sundays when antiques and used goods are sold.
- Explore the street art and historic architecture in the Albergheria neighborhood.
Getting There
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Walking
From Palermo Centrale train station, Mercato di Ballarò is approximately a 10-minute walk. Exit the station and walk straight along Corso Tukory. The market will be on your left, stretching from Piazza Casa Professa to Corso Tukory.
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Public Transport
From Palermo Centrale train station, take bus line 234 towards Tukory Ballarò. The bus departs from Stazione Centrale Pensilina Interna and arrives at Tukory Ballarò in approximately 2 minutes. The cost is €2.
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Taxi
From Palermo Centrale train station, a taxi to Mercato di Ballarò takes approximately 2 minutes. The estimated cost is between €5 and €7. Taxi stands are located outside the train station.
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