Top Palermo Adventure Tours

Palazzo Conte Federico is one of the oldest historic buildings in the city of Palermo. It is still inhabited by the family, who will accompany you personally on the tour.

Snack your way through the streets of Palermo on this Sicilian food tour. Explore backstreet markets and food stalls specializing in local delicacies such as stuffed rice balls and chickpea fritters as your guide fills you in on local history and culture. Find eateries you’d probably miss going alone. Plus, this small-group tour has a limited number of participants for a more personalized experience.

Palermo’s lively streets and rich Sicilian heritage can sometimes feel overwhelming. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you wish to include a museum visit, your guide can customize the itinerary to fit your interests—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you see the places you truly want to experience. Ideal for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour reveals Palermo’s hidden gems and traditions.

Mount Pellegrino has scenic bike paths beloved by locals but usually unfamiliar to first-time visitors. On this private tour, follow the best bike routes with a local triathlete who uses them for training. Highlights include following an old road used by pilgrims to reach the Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia, a church and pilgrimage site nestled against one of Mount Pellegrino’s stone cliffs.

Explore Palermo’s lively dining scene after dark when the temps drop and the crowd thins with this evening street food tour led by a passionate foodie guide. Stroll through the city’s old town to take in the sights and discover the most beloved eateries and street vendors. Stop to feast on authentic Palermitano specialties and learn about their history and significance in the local culinary culture.

Visit some of the most beautiful parts of Western Sicily with this day trip from Palermo to Erice, Segesta, Nubia and the Trapani Salt Pans. Visit an archaeological excavation at Segesta. Take in the excellent views from the hilltop town of Erice. See how sea salt is still collected off the Sicilian coast at the Salt Pans of Trapani.

Spend time exploring the glorious Duomo of Monreale, Cathedral and Cloister and the Medieval town of Cefalù during this half-day trip from Palermo. Travel to Monreale for a 1-hour Duomo tour. Next, travel to charming Cefalù for a tour that includes the Duomo, Medieval lavatory, Mandralisca Museum and more.

Indulge all your senses on a walking tour of Palermo's rich street food traditions. Join a knowledgeable guide for a walk through the historic part of the city and its vibrant outdoor markets. Start at one of Palermo's puppet theaters and visit a street market, a street food shop, and landmarks in the historic center. Watch the lively scenes around you, observing what seems like another time.

Palermo is a fascinating city with almost 3,000 years of history. Explore its glorious past and delve into its vibrant present with this walking tour that takes in the city’s sumptuous churches and squares, as well as the bustling landmark markets where locals still shop today. Admire A-list sights like the Teatro Massimo, cathedral, and Piazza Pretorio and stroll down lively Via Vittorio Emanuele and through Mercato del Capo.

See two of northern Sicily’s most characterful destinations when you embark on this private tour from Palermo. In the morning, your guide picks you up from your accommodation; board an air-conditioned minivan and head to the medieval village of Castelbuono, located in the Madonie Mountains. See the Castle of Ventimiglia and visit a local pastry shop before continuing to Cefalù, home to a UNESCO-listed cathedral and impeccable seaside views.

Optimize your time in Sicily with this driving tour that includes pickup in Palermo and hassle-free transport to three of the top sights on the island: the Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, and the Scala dei Turchi beach. Enjoy free time to explore the Greek ruins in the “Valle dei Templi”, then sightsee in Agrigento. End with a photo op at the dramatic Scala dei Turchi coastline.

Venture beyond central Palermo—and discover three of the region’s most beautiful and evocative destinations—on this private, half-day tour. Following pickup from your hotel, head first to Monte Pellegrino: a lovely nature reserve, and home to a shrine dedicated to Palermo’s patron saint. Next, discover the Palazzina Cinese—a former Bourbon royal residence, renowned for its Asian-inspired architecture—before transferring to the seaside town of Mondello. Enjoy a local lunch, admire its art-nouveau villas, and soak up the beach scenery.

On this full-day tour from Palermo, you’ll be driven to three of Sicily’s most stunning and history-packed destinations. Enjoy free time to explore the castle town of Castelbuono, the hillside town of Monreale, and the originally Greek seaside hub of Cefalu. Discover the region’s Arab-Norman roots with optional visits to the opulent Cappella Palatina and 14th-century Castelbuono.

This tour is ideal for those who love the sea. The places you will visit represent the history of Sicily and the love of the Sicilians for the sea. A tour to taste, smell, admire and feel on your skin. Experience that will make you fall in love with Sicily and will create a deep bond with this island. A tour that will become an indelible memory and a reason to return

Spend an unforgettable day exploring Mt Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe, on this day trip from Palermo. See the looming mountain up close and learn about its unique landscapes, studied since the Greek period.

This experience is absolutely out of the loop. I won't take you where to take a picture you have to line up. I won't even take you shopping in a store found on instagram. I will take you to the places of my heart, where we will meet people who live the real Sicily, the slow one, who savor every moment of their lives, far from modern society. And we will not even be in a remote place in the mountains, we will be a few kilometers from Palermo.

Experience the energy of the highest active volcano in Europe! Climbing through ancient craters, lava flows and lunar landscapes, you will feel the power of nature under your feet. The fresh mountain air, the scents of the Mediterranean scrub and the spectacular views of the Ionian Sea will make every moment unique. With an expert Guide you will discover the geological secrets of Etna, its historical eruptions and the legends that surround it. A fascinating, safe and suitable adventure for everyone. Afternoon in Taormina – Timeless elegance and beauty After the excitement of the volcano, let yourself be conquered by the refined charm of Taormina. Stroll through picturesque alleys, elegant boutiques and panoramic terraces overlooking Mount Etna and the crystal clear sea. Visit the extraordinary Ancient Theatre of Taormina, an archaeological jewel suspended between sky and sea, where history and panorama blend into a simply unforgettable scenery.

Visit with us the most beautiful and fascinating places in western Sicily, where unique lands and views will surprise you. The beauty of the archaeological sites and medieval villages will transport you back in time, making you discover timeless landscapes, scents and sounds. Let's start with the archaeological site of Segesta, where history and myth are intertwined, with the majestic Doric temple and ancient theater that dominate the landscape. We continue with Erice, a charming medieval village located on the summit of Mount San Giuliano, whose walk offers breathtaking views and an atmosphere that seems to stop in time. Coming down from the hill, we conclude our tour at the Salt Pans of Nubia, where the museum houses ancient equipment of the millennial salt tradition, telling a story that has its roots in the past.