Discover Palermo in 3 hours. Art, history, markets and street food

Palermo, IT
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Highlights

  • Immerse in Palermo's historic center with expert guide
  • Taste delicious street food at the Capo market
  • Visit the stunning Cathedral of Palermo
  • Discover the fascinating history of Teatro Massimo
  • Admire the marvelous Fontana Pretoria and its secrets

Meeting Point

In front of the Feltrinelli bookshop

Meeting point

Via Cavour, 135, 90139 Palermo PA , Italy

End point

What to expect

1

Capo Street Market

Ancient food market (and not only) of Arab origin, which takes place every day along via Porta Carini and via Bandiera. Unique, characteristic place, not to be missed

Duration 25 minutes
Admission Admission Included
2

Cattedrale di Palermo

Masterpiece of Norman Arab art built in 1185. It contains the royal tombs, the chapel of Santa Rosalia, an extraordinary sundial and many other works of art. Together with the Cathedral of Monreale and that of Cefalù, since 2015, they have been part of the World Heritage Site - Unesco (Arab-Norman itinerary)

Duration 25 minutes
3

Piazza Giuseppe Verdi (Piazza Massimo)

The imposing neoclassical theater, the largest in Italy, symbol of the Belle Epoque and the Florio dynasty

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Included
4

Quattro Canti

Scenographic baroque square, center of the ancient city

Duration 10 minutes
5

Piazza Pretoria

It is one of the symbols of the Sicilian capital, considered one of the most beautiful Italian fountains. It consists of 48 statues of white Carrara marble, sculpted in the middle of the Renaissance by Tuscan sculptors. Purchased in 1573, it will be nicknamed by the Palermitans Fontana della Vergogna.

Duration 10 minutes
6

Piazza Olivella

The scenic square with the Baroque church of Sant'Ignazio and the Archaeological Museum, one of the most important in Italy

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
7

Piazza Bellini

Extraordinary historical and monumental square overlooked by numerous artistic buildings including the Church of the Martorana (12th century), the Arab-style church of San Cataldo and the Church and Monastery of Santa Caterina

Duration 10 minutes
8

Teatro dell'Opera dei Pupi

Teatro dell'Opera dei Pupi by Mimmo Cuticchio, a typical show from Palermo dating back to 1800. Unesco Heritage

Duration 10 minutes
9

Via Vittorio Emanuele

The ancient Cassaro, the oldest street in Palermo with its Palaces, Churches, Convents

10

Mura, Bastione e Porta Carini

Ancient walls from the first half of the 16th century and Porta Carini through which you enter the Capo market

Duration 15 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Only in Italian
Provided by Palermo a Piedi - Walking Tour

What our experts say

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    Don't miss the cannoli at Pasticceria Cappello.
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    Visit Teatro Massimo for a photo op.
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    Arrive early for the best street food spots.
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    Explore nearby Piazza Bellini after the tour.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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