Unesco monuments, colorful markets and unique flavors in Palermo
Description
(Only italian) You will discover the historic center of Palermo accompanied by an expert Guide. You will retrace the history of Palermo through its most important monuments, such as the Teatro Massimo, the Cathedral and the Four Songs, before immersing yourself in the life of the markets to discover local products and traditional street food. The tour starts from the Cathedral of Palermo, Arab-Norman style, UNESCO site. We will then continue towards the Teatro Massimo, between history and suggestive mysteries and popular legends. We will visit other symbolic places of the city, such as the elegant Baroque square of the Four Songs and the majestic Fontana Pretoria. Along the way, your Guide will tell you about Sicily's myths and traditions: from the mysterious sect of the Blessed Pauls to the incredible story of Santa Rosalia. Finally, we will enter the stalls of the Cape Point of Sale, where we can make a short stop to taste some of the specialties of Palermo street food, among the most delicious in the world.
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Masterpiece of Arab-Norman art built in 1185. It contains the royal tombs, the chapel of Santa Rosalia, an extraordinary Sundial.
The square is home to the largest opera house in Italy, an extraordinary neoclassical building inside which hovers a mysterious ghost ..... of the opera.
We will visit Il Capo, one of the three historical markets of Palermo, (the others are Ballarò and Vucciria). We will immerse ourselves in a mix of smells, flavors, scents, sounds. All the senses will be strongly stimulated along this journey into the true soul of the city. Sale of everything that exists fresh from vegetables and fruit at will to fish in infinite abundance, meats, aromas and spices.
Ancient walls from the first half of the 16th century and Porta Carini through which you enter the Capo market
The scenic square with the baroque church of Sant'Ignazio and the archaeological museum among the most important in Italy
It is one of the symbols of the Sicilian capital, considered one of the most beautiful Italian fountains. It is made up of 48 statues of white Carrara marble, sculpted in full Renaissance by Tuscan sculptors. Purchased in 1573 by the Palermitan Senate it will be nicknamed by the Palermitans, since then, the Fountain of Shame, for a series of numerous reasons that will be told during the tour.
I Quattro Canti, piazza Villena, (also called Ottagono del Sole, or Teatro del Sole) is the name of an extraordinary and scenic octagonal square built in the early 1600s at the intersection of the two main roads of Palermo: via Maqueda and the Cassaro, (today Via Vittorio Emanuele) at about half of their length. It is the center of the ancient city.
The ancient Cassaro, the oldest street in Palermo with its Palaces, Churches, Convents
Teatro dell'Opera dei Pupi by Mimmo Cuticchio, a typical show from Palermo dating back to 1800. Unesco Heritage
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability;
- Children must be accompanied by an adult;
- Smart casual clothing and comfortable shoes are suggested;
- Appropriate clothing is required to enter the churches (no tank tops, no shorts or very short skirts)
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required;
Reviews(164)
Nice man and a native of Palmer, food tastings were good as well and accommodated vegetarians. Gs restaurant suggestions
Great tour of Palermo food and monuments. Would highly recommend. Catered for vegetarian options with food. Our group of 6 all enjoyed it
The guide couldn’t talk so should have found someone else. Also a family was behind so it was hard to have a scattered group.
I did the Street Food and Monuments tour with Fabrizio. He immediately created chemistry in our group. Friendly and funny, he taught us so much about Palermo and the Sicilians. I loved it and highly recommend it.
It all worked out super well. The specialties were very delicious. Fabrizio explained everything very well and was very friendly. Gladly again 👍
Emma was a knowledgeable and friendly facw who was very keen to share her culture with others. An afternoon of tasty delights !
Our guide, Fabrizio, was fantastic. He walked us through the sites with detailed descriptions and historical explanations and gave us tips on other things to see. Just what we wanted. The street food was great.
Just what the label says. Pleasant and enjoyable walking/eating tour through Palermo. If you're lucky enough to get Fabrizio, you'll have a great time. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and capable. Would recommend as a wonderful introduction to the city.
Tour very well done, useful to know and understand many things about Palermo. Fabrizio, the guide, is very prepared and competent and offers many more ideas in addition to those of the tour (suggestions on books and films that refer to Palermo, where to eat, etc).
A great food tasting tour, on top of loads of information about Palermo. Fabrizio was wonderful. A 5 star guide.
