Discover Palermo in 3 hours. Art, history, markets and street food
Discover in a few hours with an expert guide (only in Italian) the charm of the historic center of Palermo with its scenic baroque churches, its decadent aristocratic palaces among alleys, Renaissance squares and Arab markets. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of this city with a true Palermo native.
- We will enter the ancient Cape market and if you want you can taste the tasty street food
- We will visit the Cathedral of Palermo
- I will tell you the events of the Teatro Massimo, symbol of the Belle Epoque and of the Florio family.
- You will hear the adventures of the mysterious sect of the Beati Paoli, the miracles of Santuzza and the terrible murder of the Baroness of Carini
- You will admire the wonderful Fontana Pretoria and I will reveal to you why they call it the Fountain of Shame.
- I'll tell you where to eat the best cannoli and drink the best coffee in the world. Come with me to discover Palermo: I will reveal stories and secrets that no guide will ever tell you. ONLY IN ITALIAN
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Discover Palermo in 3 hours. Art, history, markets and street food
What's included in Discover Palermo in 3 hours. Art, history, markets and street food
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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
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)
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi (Piazza Massimo)
The imposing neoclassical theater, the largest in Italy, symbol of the Belle Epoque and the Florio dynasty
Inclusions
- Guide in Italian
- Entrance to Palermo Cathedral (included in the price)
- Excellent for cruise passengers as it is a short distance from the port. We provide all the necessary info
- Stop for free tastings of food and drinks
- Entrance to the Capo Market
- Food and drinks (but free stops are provided for food and drink tasting)
- Entrance tickets to museums, palaces (entrance to the Cathedral is included)
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Only in Italian
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- In front of the Feltrinelli bookshop
