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Palermo : Private After-Hours Tour in a Historic House Museum

76 Reviews 4.95 out of 5 stars Based on 76 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor |
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99% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Sicily, Italy
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On average, this is booked 25 (0) days in advance.
45 to 60 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Enjoy exclusive access to the Stanze al Genio house museum outside regular opening hours with a private guided tour.
Step into a fully furnished historic residence inside a 15th-century palace with frescoed ceilings, and discover over 5000 majolica tiles dating from the 15th to the 19th century.
This intimate experience allows you to explore the collection with a dedicated guide.
The museum is still inhabited by its owners, making the visit feel authentic and personal.
Additional collections include antique toys, tin boxes, terracotta pastry molds (18th–19th century), and period stationery.
Available in Italian or English.

What's Included

  • Entrance to the museum with guided tour in Italian or English. Guided tour in Italian or English
  • Everything that is not included in the guided tour
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Via Giuseppe Garibaldi
11, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy

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Museo Delle Maioliche Stanze Al Genio

The visits are only guided The Museo delle Maioliche Stanze al Genio houses inside a part of the main floor of Palazzo Torre Pirajno a collection with over 5000 examples of majolica tiles from the 15th to the 19th century. The tiles are arranged inside a "House Museum" inhabited by the owners and can be visited all year round by booking a guided tour. GUIDED TOURS ONLY - The Stanze al Genio Majolica Museum houses a collection of over 5000 examples of majolica tiles from the 15th to the 19th century within a part of the noble floor of Palazzo Torre Pirajno. The tiles are arranged inside a "House Museum" inhabited by the owners and can be visited all year round by booking a guided tour.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • 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
  • Last entry: 30 minutes before closing

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Palermo : Private After-Hours Tour in a Historic House Museum?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-244457P1

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Palermo : Private After-Hours Tour in a Historic House Museum?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Entrance to the museum with guided tour in Italian or English. Guided tour in Italian or English.
The following is NOT included:
  • Everything that is not included in the guided tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 12..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Palermo : Private After-Hours Tour in a Historic House Museum is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Palermo : Private After-Hours Tour in a Historic House Museum 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Entrance to the museum with guided tour in Italian or English. Guided tour in Italian or English
  • Everything that is not included in the guided tour

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • last entry: 30 minutes before closing

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