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Tours/Sicily/Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets

Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets

5.0(136)Sicily2 hours
TRIPADVISOR5.0(136)
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
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Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Location
Sicily
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 136 reviews
Languages
IT, IT
Group
Up to 20 people
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Palermo a Piedi - Walking Tour
Meeting point
in front of the Feltrinelli bookshop. I will have a red card that says Tourist Guide

Description

Discover Palermo, a unique city in the world, with a valid local guide. Hear the history of Sicily and its capital while admiring extraordinary monuments such as the Teatro Massimo and the Cathedral. Then you will immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of its markets and you will be able to stroll among stalls full of local products and traditional street food. Here you can taste the traditional popular foods that make Palermo one of the world capitals of street food. We will then enter the Cathedral, a UNESCO heritage site, in Arab-Norman style. You will be able to admire other unique monuments. Along the way, you will discover the myths and legends of Sicily, such as the mysterious sect of the Beati Paoli, the city's patron saint Santa Rosalia and the secret recipes of Sicilian desserts.

Tour Options

Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets

Itinerary

Teatro Massimo
Admission not included10 min

The largest opera house in Italy

Teatro dell'Opera dei Pupi
Admission not included10 min

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

Piazza Pretoria
Admission included10 min

Beautiful square characterized by the presence of a monumental Renaissance fountain in front of the Palazzo delle Aquile, the historic seat of the civic administration.

Piazza Olivella
15 min

In Piazza Olivella are the Regional Archaeological Museum and the church of Sant'Ignazio, one of the most sumptuous Baroque temples in the city. Not far away is the birthplace of Santa Rosalia, proclaimed patroness of the city by popular acclaim for having freed it from the plague.

Via Vittorio Emanuele
Pass by

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

What's included

Included
Cathedral entrance
Licensed professional guide
Short stop for free street food tasting
Crossing the Cape Market
Not included
Food and beverages.
Any tickets for entrances to palaces, churches, museums

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
136 reviews
5
133
4
3
3
0
2
0
1
0

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

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets take?

Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.

Can I cancel Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is in front of the Feltrinelli bookshop. I will have a red card that says Tourist Guide. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets offered in?

The experience is available in IT, IT.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 136 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Palermo a Piedi - Walking Tour.

Reviews(136)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0(136)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesIT, IT
ConfirmationInstant
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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