Discover Palermo

Overview

Walking tour in the heart of the city of Palermo, discovering historical markets, churches and squares. A journey through the history and culture of a unique city in the world.

Itinerary

1. Piazza Pretoria

   One of the most beautiful squares of Palermo, with the charming fountain of shame in white Carrara marble. There are Palazzo delle Aquile, the Town Hall, and the extraordinary baroque church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria.

   · 20 min

2. Quattro Canti

   Center of the historic center, wonderful seventeenth-century Baroque square.

   · 15 min

3. Church and Monastery of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria

   Visit to the beautiful cloister and the monastic confectionery inside the former Dominican monastery of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria. Possible visit to the beautiful baroque church with a ticket to be paid by the customers.

   · 20 min· Admission not included

4. Kirche Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio (Heilige Maria des Admirals)

   Unique example of safe Norman and Baroque art. One of the most beautiful churches in Palermo. (Please note: Visitable only when the site is available for visits! The site proposes the route as an alternative or in addition to the Church of Jesus)

   · 20 min· Admission not included

5. Giudecca - Il Quartiere Ebraico

   Visit to a part of the Meschita neighborhood where the Jewish community of Palermo lived until their expulsion in 1493.

   · 15 min

6. Chiesa del Gesù di Casa Professa

   An astonishing example of Palermo baroque, this church takes your breath away due to the richness of its marble decorations. Entrance fee to be paid by customers.

   · 25 min· Admission not included

7. Via Vittorio Emanuele

   The most ancient and important street of the city, full of noble palaces and shops of Sicilian craftsmanship.

   · Non-stop passage

8. Cathédrale de Palerme

   Palisest of different styles and cultures, it is the most important church in the city for the presence of the tombs of the Norman kings and the silver chapel of Santa Rosalia.

   · 20 min

9. Capo Street Market

   Historical food market, full of fruit, vegetables, fish and spices. Soul of the city.

   · 20 min

10. Teatro Massimo

    Opera Theater, the most beautiful in Sicily, the largest in Italy and the third in Europe. Majestic and in neoclassical style.

    · 15 min· Admission not included

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• 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
• This activity can accommodate a maximum of 10 travelers.
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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Activity offered by Manuela Randazzo via Viator.