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Private Palermo Photo & History Tour with Local Photographer

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Palermo, Italy
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Experience a fantastic photo walk & historical Guided Tour in the center of Palermo. You'll be photographed by a photographer during your tour, passing through palaces, gardens, rich and poor areas, an ancient food market, and a local bar.
Throughout the tour, you'll immerse yourself in the atmosphere of one of the oldest food markets in Europe, passing through Ballarò market and hearing the lively shouts of the vendors. You'll be amazed by the grandeur of Palermo Cathedral's architecture and stroll through the residential streets.
You'll also enjoy the splendor of the Norman Palace surrounded by splendid palms and see fantastic flamingos and exotic plants in Orleans Garden.
You'll relax and taste fantastic local sweet or savory in a typical Palermo bar.
Your experience will be captured in professional photos that you can share with friends, family, and on social media. These magnificent photographs taken under the sun of Palermo will forever remind you of your unique experience.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Drinking coffee or tea, tasting one local sweet or savory during the scheduled stop at the typical Palermo bar.
  • Your PErsonal temporary Website - Delivery of your high-quality edited photos within 72 hours
  • 10 Professional Photos per person (1 face portrait, 1 full-body portrait, chronicle photos)

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Piazza Giulio Cesare
    90123 Palermo PA, Italy

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    What To Expect

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    Piazza Pretoria

    During the walking tour with the photographer, we'll stop by Piazza Pretoria in Palermo . You'll marvel at the intricate details of the Fountain of Shame, surrounded by stunning Renaissance architecture. This picturesque square offers plenty of opportunities for captivating photos against the backdrop of historic buildings and lively street scenes. Photo stops of different duration are planned during moving along route.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Cattedrale di Palermo

    We arrive at Palermo Cathedral, a masterpiece of Norman architecture, and snap beautiful photos outside before venturing inside to explore its blend of Byzantine, Arab, and Gothic influences. (tour route may be adjusted based on the weather and/or clients requests; for example if it gets too hot, priority will be given to shaded spots or indoor locations). Photo stops of different duration are planned during moving along route.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Norman Palace (pass by)

    We'll take your beautiful photos in the fantastic public garden in front of the Norman Palace. You enjoy magnificent Norman architecture in the scenery of splendid Sicilian palm trees. The tour route may be adjusted based on the weather; if it becomes too hot, priority will be given to shaded spots or indoor locations. In the case of visiting the interior of the Norman Palace (not included in standard walking route), the ticket price is not included and should be paid separately. After visiting the garden we move to a bar for a relaxing stop and taste there local coffee and sweet or savory (relax stop about 20 minutes). Photo stops of different duration are planned during moving along route.
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    Parco d'Orleans

    We'll take photos at Orleans Park, where you'll find exotic animals like pink flamingos and magnificent ancient trees several meters in diameter. Get ready for fantastic shots to share! (the tour routes may be adjusted based on the weather; park opening times, if it becomes too hot, priority will be given to shaded spots or indoor locations) Photo stops of different duration are planned during moving along route. Orleans Park is closed on Monday and more long stay in the garden in front of Norman Palace is planned in this case.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Palermo Photo & History Tour with Local Photographer?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-473710P1

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Tea and coffeeDrinking coffee or tea, tasting one local sweet or savory during the scheduled stop at the typical Palermo bar.
    • Your PErsonal temporary Website - Delivery of your high-quality edited photos within 72 hours
    • 10 Professional Photos per person (1 face portrait, 1 full-body portrait, chronicle photos)

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Remaining time of the excursion is used for walking between the destinations and stopping for shooting photos during the route

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