Walking tour in the heart of the city of Palermo, discovering historical markets, churches and squares. A journey through the history and culture of a unique city in the world.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Certified guide
Walking tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza Pretoria
The guide awaits you in front of the Praetorian Fountain (Fontana della Shame), in Piazza Pretoria.
Return
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi
beautiful square dominated by the Teatro Massimo, the largest opera house in Italy.
Important 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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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Walking tour in the heart of the city of Palermo, discovering historical markets, churches and squares. A journey through the history and culture of a unique city in the world.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Certified guide
Walking tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza Pretoria
The guide awaits you in front of the Praetorian Fountain (Fontana della Shame), in Piazza Pretoria.
Return
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi
beautiful square dominated by the Teatro Massimo, the largest opera house in Italy.
Itinerary
1
Piazza Pretoria
One of the most beautiful squares of Palermo, with the charming fountain of shame in white Carrara marble. There are Palazzo delle Aquile, the Town Hall, and the extraordinary baroque church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria.
20 minutes
2
Quattro Canti
Center of the historic center, wonderful seventeenth-century Baroque square.
15 minutes
3
Church and Monastery of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria
Visit to the beautiful cloister and the monastic confectionery inside the former Dominican monastery of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria. Possible visit to the beautiful baroque church with a ticket to be paid by the customers.
20 minutes
4
Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio (La Martorana)
Unique example of safe Norman and Baroque art. One of the most beautiful churches in Palermo.
(Please note: Visitable only when the site is available for visits! The site proposes the route as an alternative or in addition to the Church of Jesus)
20 minutes
5
Giudecca - Il Quartiere Ebraico
Visit to a part of the Meschita neighborhood where the Jewish community of Palermo lived until their expulsion in 1493.
15 minutes
6
Chiesa Del Gesu
An astonishing example of Palermo baroque, this church takes your breath away due to the richness of its marble decorations. Entrance fee to be paid by customers.
25 minutes
7
Via Vittorio Emanuele
The most ancient and important street of the city, full of noble palaces and shops of Sicilian craftsmanship.
8
Cattedrale di Palermo
Palisest of different styles and cultures, it is the most important church in the city for the presence of the tombs of the Norman kings and the silver chapel of Santa Rosalia.
20 minutes
9
Capo Street Market
Historical food market, full of fruit, vegetables, fish and spices. Soul of the city.
20 minutes
10
Teatro Massimo
Opera Theater, the most beautiful in Sicily, the largest in Italy and the third in Europe. Majestic and in neoclassical style.
