Top Palermo Art & Culture

Explore Palermo’s key sights on foot on this walking tour of the Sicilian capital. Meet your guide in a convenient location in central Palermo, and set off. Visit popular landmarks ranging from the Palermo Cathedral and Palazzo Pretorio to the Massimo Theater. Learn about the city’s long entanglement with the mafia, and meet the shopkeepers and other individuals who have pioneered a local anti-mafia movement.

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.

Palazzo Conte Federico is one of the oldest buildings in the city of Palermo and filled with museum-worthy relics. But, unlike a typical museum, the prestigious palazzo is still inhabited by the aristocratic descendants of its original owner, Count Federico who lead private tours of their home for a unparalleled personal experience.

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.

Spend a day exploring the ancient sights of the Valley of the Temples with this day trip from Palermo. Travel to Agrigento for a quick coffee break (own expense) before visiting the fascinating site for a 1-hour tour. See the temples of Hera, Concordia and Apollo. Take a midday break for lunch (own expense) before stopping at the archaeology museum for a 1-hour self-guided visit.

Discover the art of Palermo’s Opera dei Pupi on an immersive tour that celebrates a unique tradition. It begins with an immersive show where the puppets come to life through duels and magic, followed by a detailed explanation of their construction, from wood to painting. Learn maneuvering techniques from puppet masters and visit the Puppet Museum with a historical collection that tells centuries of Sicilian culture. A journey that combines entertainment and craftsmanship, ideal for lovers of culture and tradition.

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.

Discover an excavated Roman villa and UNESCO-listed temples on this full-day tour of Villa Romana del Casale and the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. After leaving Palermo with your driver, you’ll travel to Piazza Armerina to explore the famous mosaic-embellished Roman villa. Then, continue to the Valley of the Temples to discover a world of Greek mythology, tyrannical rulers, and ruins—guide included.

Palermo’s old town is known for its splendid architecture and fabulous food scene. Experience both in a single tour with this foodie stroll that takes in the A-list sights plus the city’s liveliest market. Join your guide on a walk through the historic center to marvel at its sumptuous churches, palaces, and squares. Then head to the landmark Ballarò market, stopping for a number of tastings at the busy stalls.

Travelling with CruiserCar in Palermo is an experience unlike any other. The elegance and grandeur of the CruiserCar, the first 9-seater cabriolet in the world, sets the stage for an unforgettable journey of this beautiful city. Experience the city like never before, our expert drivers and Cicerones will guide you through the city's rich culture and history, taking you to top landmarks and hidden gems. CruiserCar's city sightseeing tours are designed to showcase the best of Palermo, from the Historical Center and the panoramic of Mount Pellegrino to hidden gems that are off the beaten path. We also offer pick-up and drop-off services, ensuring a seamless, comfortable journey. CruiserCar is the perfect choice for those looking for royalty transportation and an unforgettable experience. Book your tour today and discover why CruiserCar's city sightseeing tours in Palermo are truly one of a kind. Only one tour available per session. Book now to secure your exclusive seat!

Step away from Palermo for a day to discover two of Sicily’s unsung attractions on the island’s west side. This day-long tour visits the medieval hill town of Erice where views cascade down to the sea, and the town of Marsala, famous for its sweet wine and salt plains. Lunch and wine are included mid-tour, and you’ll get the lowdown on the Sicilian towns from an attentive driver-guide.

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.

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.

Dig deep into Palermo’s history on this guided tour of Palermo Royal Palace (Palazzo dei Normanni) and its Palatine Chapel (Cappella Palatina). With a guide helping you navigate, you’ll enter one of Europe’s oldest royal residences, which was once home to the Kings of Sicily, and then explore the chapel with its mix of mosaics and architecture. Entry to the palace gardens is also included.

Spend time on what you really want! Rediscover the authentic emotions offered only by a classic Fiat 500: listen to the soft roar of the engine, immerse yourself in the sensations of slow driving and enjoy the Sicilian landscapes you encounter. Thanks to the easy handling of the 500, you can easily enter the restricted traffic zones and the narrowest alleys of the city, embracing the less travelled, longer but certainly more exciting alternative. Living the driving experience of a Classic Fiat 500 becomes an opportunity to fully savor what surrounds you: admire the poetry of a sunset, the beauty of a panorama or the charm of a monument. Choose the less conventional and busy road to explore hidden wonders, aware that sometimes getting lost can lead to the discovery of unexpected beauty.

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The tour will allow you to visit in detail the beautiful monuments of the city and give you the opportunity to try the specialties of Sicilian street food.

Palermo's cathedral started as a church, became an Arab mosque, then returned to a cathedral — and a Quranic verse carved into one of its columns survived the Inquisition untouched. This self-guided audio walking tour takes you along the Cassaro, one of Europe's oldest streets, from the Teatro Massimo opera house to the sea. You'll hear how a Caravaggio was stolen by the Mafia and possibly eaten by pigs, taste street food with thousand-year-old Arab roots, and stand inside a chapel where three civilisations built a single ceiling together. Start whenever suits you, pause for markets and sfincione, resume when you're ready — no group, no schedule. Works offline. Over 20,000 travelers have used our self-guided tours, and a full refund guarantee means no risk. If you want a Palermo walking tour that lets you go at your own pace and actually understand what you're looking at, this is it.

Let someone else take care of driving and planning on this full-day tour to the castle of Caccamo and Cefalù from Palermo. After seeing the medieval houses and UNESCO-listed duomo in Cefalù, spend free time exploring at your own pace or shopping and having lunch (own expense). Then, head to the castle of Caccamo, one of the best-preserved medieval castles on the island in a pretty town at the foot of Mount San Calogero.

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.

Enjoy Palermo’s great architecture and wonderful sights during this private tour with your own private official tour guide and private driver. Your official tour guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby, in front of your apartment building, or in a fixed encounter point. Palermo is known as the city of delights, for its beautiful mosques, palaces, and gardens. The city has been home to many different cultures throughout its history. Palermo is Sicily’s tourist and economic capital, offers beautiful weather all year round, and fantastic gastronomy. During this private tour, you will get to know the most emblematic sites of the city.

Discover the "Divine Coast,"a UNESCO World Heritage site and Italy' s most iconic stretch of shoreline. This full-day journey takes you through a landscape of vertical villages,fragrant lemon groves,and dramatic cliffs plunging into the turquoise Mediterranean Sea. Your chauffer will guide you along the curving coastal road providing you with running commentary on the Aerea’ s culture and traditions and of course with some stop for pictures at best viewpoint. Discover POSITANO the Pearl of the Amalfi coast, a unique and rare village of its kind. Continuing towards AMALFI on the natural coastal road you will admire the fishing village of PRAIANO and the narrow inlet of the FIORDO DI FURORE. Enjoy some free time in AMALFI, visiting the majestic Duomo of St. Andrea, the paper museum or simply drinking a lemon granita in one of the many cafes. RAVELLO with its panoramic gardens, inspirations for many artists, with villa Cimbrione and its breathtaking Terrace of Infinity.

Experience your Palermo vacation on your own, listening to the audio content of our app on your smartphone. It will be like having at your side a tour guide who will tell you the history, points of interest and curiosities of the city. Once organized, take your first step into town as your audio guide tells you surprising facts and curiosities about its streets. Look up at monuments and increase your understanding. Benefit from an audio guide without an expiry date plus no tickets to collect or meeting place. Listen to the audio guide online, or offline. The audio content is professionally created by a group of top authors and interpreted by TV and radio professionals. The smartphone is yours and you will therefore not have contact with unsanitary devices provided by third parties