Palermo tour : a journey through art, monuments and ancient markets
Overview
Discover the heart of Palermo on a three-hour walking tour in Italian.
A journey through history, art and the authentic temptations of street food, accompanied DA an expert and licensed Guide.
Relive a thousand-year history: We will unravel the mysteries and secrets of the city that was once the capital, admiring unique jewels such as the Teatro Massimo, the majestic Cathedral, the Four Songs and the daring Fontana Pretoria.
Dive into the flavours: We will cross the ancient Cape Point of Sale, where you can sample (if you wish) the most famous street specialities: the crispy panelle, the irresistible arancini and the intense spleen sandwich.
Tailored advice: At the end of the tour, I will provide you with a selection of the best places to continue enjoying the dishes, desserts and drinks that will make your holiday in Palermo an unforgettable experience.
What's Included
- Visit of the Cathedral. If there are no religious services even inside.
- Authorized tourist Guide
- Pick-up and drop-off service at the hotel;
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
Piazza Olivella
90133 Palermo PA, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza Vigliena
90133 Palermo PA, Italy
In the historic center, a stone's throw from via Roma, the markets of Ballarò and Vucciria and much more
What To Expect
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Piazza Olivella
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Teatro dell'Opera dei Pupi (pass by)
Dainotti's Cibo di Strada
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Capo Street Market
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cattedrale di Palermo
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Villa Bonanno
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Via Vittorio Emanuele
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Piazza Bologni
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Quattro Canti
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- 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).
- Visit of the Cathedral. If there are no religious services even inside.
- Authorized tourist Guide.
- Pick-up and drop-off service at the hotel;.
- Food and drink.
The minimum age to participate is 9..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Palermo tour : a journey through art, monuments and ancient markets is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Palermo tour : a journey through art, monuments and ancient markets will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Visit of the Cathedral. If there are no religious services even inside.
- Authorized tourist Guide
- Pick-up and drop-off service at the hotel;
- Food and drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
