Top Palermo Day Trips

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 is a city rich in culture and art with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. But, if you don’t know where to go, there’s a risk you might leave with the wrong impression. So opt for a Palermo walking tour with a passionate local guide, and orient yourself around the city’s historical attractions such as La Martorana church and Palermo Cathedral. Even better: a Sicilian cannolo or granita is included.

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.

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.

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 two Sicilian towns in one day on this full-day tour from Palermo. Explore the hilltop town of Castelbuono, with its atmospheric medieval lanes and historic Castle of Ventimiglia. After a typical Sicilian lunch (own expense), continue to the seafront town of Cefalu, with its magnificent cathedral and beautiful sandy beach.

Maximize your time in Palermo with this sightseeing tour, which showcases the best of the city and the surrounding region. Visit the hillside town of Monreale, known for its Norman cathedral and 12th-century mosaics, explore Palermo’s historic center, and enjoy beach time at the seaside resort of Mondello. Your professional driver provides basic historical information but is not an authorized guide and cannot escort inside monuments.

Sicily is home to a unique cuisine, different from mainland Italy and often hard to access without the knowledge of a local. With this Sicilian cooking class, enjoy an exclusive glimpse into Palermo’s culinary traditions by exploring one of the city’s oldest markets with a local and then preparing classic dishes at a family-run cooking school. Make four courses and sample what you’ve created during a celebratory meal.

Spend a day exploring Palermo’s lovely surrounding areas on this private. See the historic Greek theater and temple in Segesta, sample wines and almond sweets in medieval Erice, and lunch on Sicilian favorites at a traditional restaurant housed in an old mill (own expense). Take some time to discover the charming churches, harbor, shops, and monuments of Trapani before your tour concludes.

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.

Meeting with the staff and the rest of the group at the Meeting Point and departure with comfortable 9-seater vans for Mount Etna, the highest still active volcano in Europe (3,345 m). Upon arrival, visit to the Silvestri Craters and the possibility of taking the cable car to reach 2800 meters. So departure for TAORMINA, a graceful and romantic town on the slopes of Mount Tauro (204 m). Leisure time to visit the famous Greek Theatre (Entrance ticket: not included) from where you can admire a spectacular view of Mount Etna and the Bay of Taormina and Giardini Naxos. I'm returning to Palermo in the evening.

Get hands-on instruction in preparing two kinds of Italian pasta and a tasty tiramisu during this half-day culinary workshop. Learn homemade, generations-old recipes in an intimate group setting, capped at only 12 participants. Small-group pasta-making workshops take place in the home of a local Palermo chef and include a welcome prosecco with snacks, plus a sampling of your culinary creations.

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.

Discover the authentic flavors and most evocative landscapes of western Sicily with a private tour from Palermo to Marsala, land of fine wines and spectacular salt pans. Explore the historic center of Marsala and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a city rich in history. Continue with a visit to a local winery, where you can learn about the wine traditions of the area and taste the wines that have made this region famous, including the renowned Marsala DOC. The experience continues at the Genna Salt Pans, where windmills, salt flats, and lagoon views create a unique setting. Here you can enjoy a lunch with Sicilian flavors, immersed in the tranquility of one of the most beautiful landscapes on the western coast. An experience that combines food and wine, culture, and nature, ideal for those who wish to discover an authentic Sicily, far from the most frequented tourist routes. Travel comfortably from Palermo and let yourself be conquered by the flavors and beauty of this unique territory.

Discover the ancient Temple of Segesta and the fascinating landscapes of western Sicily on a private experience designed for travelers who value comfort, flexibility and personalized service. Travel with an English-speaking driver escort who will accompany you throughout the experience, sharing local insights and helping you discover the history, culture and beauty of this extraordinary destination at your own pace. Perfect for couples, families and travelers looking for a comfortable and authentic way to explore Sicily.

Explore Western Sicily from Palermo easily without having to rent a car with this tour of Erice, Trapani, and the salt flats. Travel comfortably from stop to stop in an air-conditioned minivan as your driver tells you all about the area and its history as you go. Plus, round-trip transport from your Palermo hotel is included.

The Montreale Duomo and the Godfather Museum in Corleone are two cultural landmarks that are not to be missed on this tour. The Montreale DUOMO is a stunning example of Sicilian-Norman architecture and is considered one of the finest churches in Italy. Its intricate mosaics and frescoes date back to the 12th century, and visitors can expect to learn about the history and cultural significance of this beautiful building. The cathedral also houses a treasury with a collection of religious artifacts, including jewelry, chalices, and vestments. The Godfather Museum in Corleone is a unique attraction that is dedicated to the iconic films of the same name. Visitors can explore the museum's collection of props, costumes, and memorabilia from the Godfather movies, The museum also features exhibits on the history and culture of the Sicilian Mafia, providing visitors with a fascinating insight into this controversial and often misunderstood organization.

Spend an unforgettable day exploring Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano, with this day trip from Palermo. Admire the menacing profile of the volcano up close and discover its unique landscapes, studied since the Greek period.

Exploring Sicily by public transportation can be time-consuming, especially when trying to reach its remote ancient sites. Save hours and visit two of northern Sicily’s top attractions in a single day with this private tour. Enjoy hotel pickup in Palermo and head to the ancient temples of Segesta for a two-hour visit. Then continue to the Byzantine mosaics of Monreale, including a lunch break, before returning to Palermo.

Treat your taste buds to the delicate flavors of Sicily’s finest wines and cheeses with a gourmet tasting experience in Palermo. Soak up the ambiance of a historic, 17th-century building while sampling a hand-picked selection of six Sicilian wines paired with regional artisan cheeses. While you sip and nibble, learn about the island’s wine appellations and traditional cheese-making processes from a knowledgeable foodie guide.

Palermo is rich in historic and cultural treasures, but getting around the city and nearby Monreale with public transportation can be stressful and time consuming. Save hours by exploring with a private driver, skipping the hassle of crowded buses and trains and taking in highlights like the Norman palace, Zisa Castle, and Ballarò and Vucciria markets in just hours. Afterwards, set off to nearby Monreale to admire its magnificent cathedral.

Retrace the Greco-Roman history of Sicily. Admire the Doric architecture of Agrigento's Valle dei Tempi UNESCO site during this full-day private chauffeured tour. Discover the beautiful Kolymbethra Garden to admire different botanical species. Visit the Pietro Griffo Regional Archaeological Museum to admire several historical artifacts. Visit the birthplace of the great Italian playwright, poet and writer Luigi Pirandello. See the display of various personal items, letters and manuscripts. Enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Sicily, where the famous Scala dei Turchi stands. On the way back, you can enjoy an amazing sunset.

Spend time exploring Monreale's glorious Duomo, 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. Then, travel to charming Cefalù for a tour that includes the Duomo, medieval wash house, Mandralisca Museum and more. You will be picked up at the meeting point you requested and will leave for Monreale where, after 30 minutes on the road, you will stop for 1.5 hours. You will then leave in the direction of Cefalù where, after an hour on the highway, you will stop for 2.5 hours. So all aboard towards Palermo.