Discover the Charm of Palermo: A 3-Hour UNESCO Sites Walking Tour
Overview
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3 hours
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Palermo, a city of allure, showcases rich cultural and historical treasures, with 8 UNESCO sites. Our intimate small group tour offers delightful exploration of top attractions and local cuisine.
Experience a captivating three-hour journey through Baroque and Normann-Arabic architecture. Piazza Pretoria, known as Square of Shame, boasts a grand marble fountain with striking nude statues. The 14th-century Praetorian Palace houses the Town Hall, open to the public.
Visit the Royal Palace, now the Regional Parliament, with the stunning Palatine Chapel's golden mosaics. Iconic sites like Martorana Church, praised as "most beautiful monument in the world," and the Cathedral of Palermo, reflecting diverse styles, await.
Indulge in a Sicilian cannolo at a local shop during this enriching cultural expedition. Join us for an unforgettable Palermo experience!
Additional Info
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
The tour takes place regardless of the weather
We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accomodate them.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Teatro Massimo
The Teatro Massimo Vittorio Emanuele is an opera house and opera company located on the Piazza Verdi in Palermo, Sicily. It was dedicated to King Victor Emanuel II. It is the biggest in Italy, and one of the largest of Europe (at the time of its opening, it was - with its area of 7730 m² - the third largest opera house in Europe after the Palais Garnier in Paris, and the K. K. Hof-Opernhaus in Vienna). It is famous for its perfect acoustics.
Galleria delle Vittorie
The Galleria delle Vittorie (Gallery of the Victory) was built as a commercial mall with an entrance on 301 Via Maqueda in central Palermo, region of Sicily, Italy. The five story structure has deteriorated over the decades, though restoration was attempted.
What‘s Included
Enjoy entrance to the Cathedral
Typical Sicilian Cannolo or Granita
Delight in an enchanting walking tour
Explore with a Licensed English Speaking Guide
Marvel (from outside) at the city's main monuments
Gratuities
Hotel Pick up and Drop Off
Options
Recorrido a pie de 3 horas
Duration: 3 hours
TOUR EN ESPAÑOL.: Descubre Palermo en una visita guiada a pie con 8 sitios UNESCO, rica historia, vibrante cultura ¡y una deliciosa degustación
3-Hour Walking Tour - ENG
Tour in English: Discover Palermo on a guided walking tour with 8 UNESCO sites, rich history, vibrant culture, and a tasty local treat!
5-hour Palermo Walk & Palace
Two tours, one epic journey: City guided walking tour and Norman Palace & Palatine Chapel visit. Two meeting points, one unforgettable 5.5-hour adventure!
3-Hour PRIVATE Walking Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Private, top sights, sweetness: Join a private walking tour with a licensed guide! Discover the city’s top sights, visit the Cathedral, and enjoy a Sicilian
Reviews
264 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great way to learn about Sicily’s history and culture!
Christina N,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Superb tour! Valeria was passionate, informative, lively - the amount of history she shared was so extensive. We learned so much about the people, culture, food… thoroughly enjoyed every minute!
Highly recommended!
Relax234569,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was great! We learnt so much about Palermo in such a fun way. Our guide, Valeria was fantastic, very knowledgeable, molto simpatica and her English is excellent!
Wonderful tour with Valeria
Jayne P,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Valeria was a wonderful guide on this walking tour of Palermo! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this tour as it was very informative and historic. Loved the surprise tasty treat at the end.
Great Tour To Start Our Palermo Visit
KAAN C,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour to learn about the history, architecture, food scenes and life in Palermo. It was a rainy and cold day but we enjoyed a lot. Our guide Valeria was fantastic. We would recommend this tour as a "starter" of a Palermo visit...
Highly recommend this walking tour!
LouiseHoward,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great tour with the local guide Valeria. We had a group of 9 and it was a deep historical perspective of how Palermo came to be today. Valeria spoke brilliant English and was helpful and attentive throughout the tour. There was a coffee stop and a lovely treat at the end. This made the following 4 days in Palermo really lovely as we knew the city and great places to eat. Highly recommend this tour when visiting Palermo.
Good informative tour.
41geraldinee,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Good tour, in english. Saw a number of sites and good historical insights and context. Guide was knowledgable and spoke good english. I asked for a stop, appears to not be generally included but they do need to think about a coffee and toilet break.
A Perfect Intro to Palermo
293karif,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simone was an excellent tour guide. We went through the sites at a very nice pace while he provided historical information and legends about each one. It was a great way to get acquainted with the city, the sites and also the Sicilian food. I highly recommend this tour!
A Sicilian walking adventure!
Monica H,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Peter was our tour guide, and he really knew the city. It was a 3-hour adventure. Peter explained that there was very little government support for the southern part of Italy. People had to pay to go to school, and there was not much of a police presence, so crime rates were high. The mafia bought all of the politicians, and there was much corruption in government. As we walked through the narrow streets, cars and motorcycles would drive through the crowds, even though they were supposed to be pedestrian areas. The temperature climbed as we made our way through the busy streets. The markets were so interesting with every type of street food you could imagine. Prices were very cheap. We wished that we could spend some time shopping, but our guide kept everyone moving. This would be a good tour to orient yourself to the city, and I wish we could have spent some time shopping. However, by the end of the tour, we were too exhausted to even consider it. Our city tour continued with a visit to Quattro Canti (Four Corners) with its beautiful baroque artwork. It is the center of the city. We then went to the Palermo Cathedral and had cannolis with our group. The cathedral was stunning inside and out, and Peter explained the significant areas. It makes such a difference when you have a guide. We ended at the palace, and I found us a taxi back to the ship (just as Peter was explaining how bad the taxis and public transportation is in Sicily).
I love Palermo
michaelsU9231BU,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a super informative tour conducted by Simone who was a fantastic guide. Really friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this walking tour. Palermo is amazing. A glorious sunny day too….
An encyclopedic experience
kitblake,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Roberta is a charming encyclopedia of intriguing cultural history. We gained a deep insight into Palermo that you only get from a local.
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