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Tourists enjoying street food during UNESCO Sites Walking Tour in Palermo.
Tourists at Fontana Pretoria, Palermo during UNESCO Sites Walking Tour.
Tour guide leading a group at a historic site in Palermo, Italy, during a UNESCO walking tour.
Tour guide leading a group through a historic street in Palermo, Italy.
Tourists walking through a historic street in Palermo on a UNESCO Sites Walking Tour.
Tour guide leading a group on a walking tour in Palermo, Italy.
Tourists walking through a historic street in Palermo during a UNESCO Sites Walking Tour.
Tour guide leading a group in front of historic buildings in Palermo, Sicily.
Tourists enjoying street food during UNESCO Sites Walking Tour in Palermo.
Tourists at Fontana Pretoria, Palermo during UNESCO Sites Walking Tour.
Tour guide leading a group at a historic site in Palermo, Italy, during a UNESCO walking tour.
Tour guide leading a group through a historic street in Palermo, Italy.
Tourists walking through a historic street in Palermo on a UNESCO Sites Walking Tour.
Tour guide leading a group on a walking tour in Palermo, Italy.
Tourists walking through a historic street in Palermo during a UNESCO Sites Walking Tour.
Tour guide leading a group in front of historic buildings in Palermo, Sicily.
Tourists enjoying street food during UNESCO Sites Walking Tour in Palermo.
Tourists at Fontana Pretoria, Palermo during UNESCO Sites Walking Tour.
Tour guide leading a group at a historic site in Palermo, Italy, during a UNESCO walking tour.
Tour guide leading a group through a historic street in Palermo, Italy.
Tourists walking through a historic street in Palermo on a UNESCO Sites Walking Tour.
Tour guide leading a group on a walking tour in Palermo, Italy.
Tourists walking through a historic street in Palermo during a UNESCO Sites Walking Tour.
Tour guide leading a group in front of historic buildings in Palermo, Sicily.
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UNESCO Sites Walking Tour: Best of Palermo

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€29.75

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3 hr
  • Step into a world of architectural wonders as you discover Palermo's 8 UNESCO sites with an expert English-speaking guide.
  • Witness the grandeur of some of the best-preserved monuments from medieval times within the convenience of a small group.
  • Discover why the beautiful Piazza Pretoria is dubbed the Square of Shame by the locals, and try to spot the mayor at the Town Hall which is open to the public.
  • Admire the stunning Royal Palace and learn the history of the monument that now houses the Regional Parliament of Sicily.
  • Once you have sated your cultural curiosity, sate your taste buds with a treat of Sicilian cannolo in a typical local shop.
  • Step into a world of architectural wonders as you discover Palermo's 8 UNESCO sites with an expert English-speaking guide.
  • Witness the grandeur of some of the best-preserved monuments from medieval times within the convenience of a small group.
  • Discover why the beautiful Piazza Pretoria is dubbed the Square of Shame by the locals, and try to spot the mayor at the Town Hall which is open to the public.
  • Admire the stunning Royal Palace and learn the history of the monument that now houses the Regional Parliament of Sicily.
  • Once you have sated your cultural curiosity, sate your taste buds with a treat of Sicilian cannolo in a typical local shop.

Inclusions

  • Small group walking tour
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Entrance to Cathedral Palermo
  • Typical Sicilian cannolo
  • Tip: Purchase more tasty Sicilian delicacies at the traditional local shop where you will enjoy the cannolo, make sure you ask your guide for the best recommendations!
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Group listening to guide at Palazzo Dei Normanni courtyard.
Man enjoying a guided tour inside Palazzo Dei Normanni, Palermo.
Visitor photographing the arches of Palazzo Dei Normanni during a guided tour.
Tour guide explaining history at Palazzo Dei Normanni courtyard, Palermo.
Man taking a photo inside Palazzo Dei Normanni during a guided tour.
Group listening to guide at Palazzo Dei Normanni courtyard.
Man enjoying a guided tour inside Palazzo Dei Normanni, Palermo.
Visitor photographing the arches of Palazzo Dei Normanni during a guided tour.
Tour guide explaining history at Palazzo Dei Normanni courtyard, Palermo.
Man taking a photo inside Palazzo Dei Normanni during a guided tour.
Group listening to guide at Palazzo Dei Normanni courtyard.
Man enjoying a guided tour inside Palazzo Dei Normanni, Palermo.
Visitor photographing the arches of Palazzo Dei Normanni during a guided tour.
Tour guide explaining history at Palazzo Dei Normanni courtyard, Palermo.
Man taking a photo inside Palazzo Dei Normanni during a guided tour.
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Guided Tour of Norman Palace & Palantine Chapel

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€67.15

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1 hr 30 min
  • With a knowledgeable guide, explore Palermo's two most famous sights to satisfy your thirst to learn more about history.
  • Discover the history of UNESCO World Heritage Site Palazzo Dei Normanni in great detail and its significance in present-day politics.
  • Complete your visit by exploring the gardens and Cappella Palatina and take in the elegance and splendor up close.
  • With a knowledgeable guide, explore Palermo's two most famous sights to satisfy your thirst to learn more about history.
  • Discover the history of UNESCO World Heritage Site Palazzo Dei Normanni in great detail and its significance in present-day politics.
  • Complete your visit by exploring the gardens and Cappella Palatina and take in the elegance and splendor up close.

Inclusions

  • Admission to Palazzo Dei Normanni Complex (Palace, Gardens & Capella Palatina)
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Tip: The best times to visit are from March, through June and October as there are fewer crowds, many festivals, and moderate weather allowing you time to peruse.
  • Wheelchairs, prams, and strollers are all allowed on the trip.
  • Upon request, a buggy may be made available.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus in front of Teatro Politeama, Palermo.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus with colorful cityscape design parked by palm trees.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus with city and mountain view in the background.
Porta Nuova in Palermo, Italy, showcasing its ornate stone arch and sculptures.
Teatro Massimo opera house with neoclassical architecture in Palermo, Sicily.
Palermo fountain with City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus in front of historic building.
La Zisa palace with gardens in Palermo, Italy.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus in front of historic building with clock tower.
Ornate pavilion surrounded by lush greenery at Palermo Botanical Garden.
Fountain and pathways in English garden, Palermo, surrounded by trees and benches.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus in front of Teatro Politeama, Palermo.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus with colorful cityscape design parked by palm trees.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus with city and mountain view in the background.
Porta Nuova in Palermo, Italy, showcasing its ornate stone arch and sculptures.
Teatro Massimo opera house with neoclassical architecture in Palermo, Sicily.
Palermo fountain with City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus in front of historic building.
La Zisa palace with gardens in Palermo, Italy.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus in front of historic building with clock tower.
Ornate pavilion surrounded by lush greenery at Palermo Botanical Garden.
Fountain and pathways in English garden, Palermo, surrounded by trees and benches.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus in front of Teatro Politeama, Palermo.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus with colorful cityscape design parked by palm trees.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus with city and mountain view in the background.
Porta Nuova in Palermo, Italy, showcasing its ornate stone arch and sculptures.
Teatro Massimo opera house with neoclassical architecture in Palermo, Sicily.
Palermo fountain with City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus in front of historic building.
La Zisa palace with gardens in Palermo, Italy.
Palermo hop-on hop-off bus in front of historic building with clock tower.
Ornate pavilion surrounded by lush greenery at Palermo Botanical Garden.
Fountain and pathways in English garden, Palermo, surrounded by trees and benches.
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City Sightseeing: Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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Flexible duration
Audio guide

Explore Palermo from Cathedral to Teatro Massimo on two bus routes in just one day.

  • Hop on a 24-hour bus tour and unlock Palermo’s stunning palaces, art museums, and more! Jump off and back on as you want – it’s unlimited.
  • Create your dream itinerary with two routes and 15 stops. With buses arriving every 30-60 mins, you’ve got total freedom to explore at your own pace.
  • Soak up Palermo’s views from an open-top double-decker, enjoy free Wi-Fi, and tune into the audio guide in eight languages. Comfort and city sights all in one.
  • Don't miss Zisa Castle, the Cathedral of Monreale, and Mondello beach – iconic stops along your tour that will leave you in awe.

Explore Palermo from Cathedral to Teatro Massimo on two bus routes in just one day.

  • Hop on a 24-hour bus tour and unlock Palermo’s stunning palaces, art museums, and more! Jump off and back on as you want – it’s unlimited.
  • Create your dream itinerary with two routes and 15 stops. With buses arriving every 30-60 mins, you’ve got total freedom to explore at your own pace.
  • Soak up Palermo’s views from an open-top double-decker, enjoy free Wi-Fi, and tune into the audio guide in eight languages. Comfort and city sights all in one.
  • Don't miss Zisa Castle, the Cathedral of Monreale, and Mondello beach – iconic stops along your tour that will leave you in awe.

Inclusions

  • 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Access to Red & Blue lines
  • Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, Japanese, French, German, Russian & Portuguese
  • Free Wi-Fi & assistance on board
  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Red Line (Line A)

  • First bus: 10am from stop #1 (Politeamo Theatre)
  • Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Politeamo Theatre)
  • Frequency: Every 30 minutes
  • Popular stops: Palermo Botanical Garden, Teatro Massimo, New Gate

Blue Line (Line B)

  • First bus: 12pm from stop #1 (Politeamo Theatre)
  • Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Politeamo Theatre)
  • Frequency: Every 60 minutes
  • Popular stops: English Garden, Zisa Castle, Villa Malfitano
  • The buses are wheelchair accessible (only if they are equipped with a footboard and space for wheelchair).
  • Small and medium sized pets welcome onboard if they are put on a leash, muzzle or inside a carrier.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Boat tour at Ortigia Island Grotto with passengers near rocky cliffs.
Boat tour passing historic buildings on Ortigia Island, Sicily.
Boats near the grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs in the background.
People swimming in clear blue water near Ortigia Island during a sightseeing cruise.
Boat approaching grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs and clear water.
Sea cave entrance on Ortigia Island during sightseeing cruise.
Cliffside view of Ortigia Island with historic buildings and sea caves.
Boat tour at Ortigia Island Grotto with passengers near rocky cliffs.
Boat tour passing historic buildings on Ortigia Island, Sicily.
Boats near the grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs in the background.
People swimming in clear blue water near Ortigia Island during a sightseeing cruise.
Boat approaching grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs and clear water.
Sea cave entrance on Ortigia Island during sightseeing cruise.
Cliffside view of Ortigia Island with historic buildings and sea caves.
Boat tour at Ortigia Island Grotto with passengers near rocky cliffs.
Boat tour passing historic buildings on Ortigia Island, Sicily.
Boats near the grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs in the background.
People swimming in clear blue water near Ortigia Island during a sightseeing cruise.
Boat approaching grotto at Ortigia Island, Sicily, with rocky cliffs and clear water.
Sea cave entrance on Ortigia Island during sightseeing cruise.
Cliffside view of Ortigia Island with historic buildings and sea caves.
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Guided Boat Tour of Ortigia Island with Grotto Visit

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€25
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1 hr
  • Discover the charm of the Sicilian sea with a guided boat excursion around the island of Ortigia and its sea caves.
  • Learn about the story, myths, and legends associated with the island from the English/Italian-speaking skipper.
  • See the key attractions of Ortigia such as the ancient citadel of Maniace Castle and the beautiful Arethusa Fountain named after a Greek nymph.
  • Enter the sea caves and enjoy the chance to see stalactites, stalagmites, and coral formations up close.
  • Indulge in a refreshing dip in the blue waters of the Sicilian sea, weather conditions permitting.
  • Discover the charm of the Sicilian sea with a guided boat excursion around the island of Ortigia and its sea caves.
  • Learn about the story, myths, and legends associated with the island from the English/Italian-speaking skipper.
  • See the key attractions of Ortigia such as the ancient citadel of Maniace Castle and the beautiful Arethusa Fountain named after a Greek nymph.
  • Enter the sea caves and enjoy the chance to see stalactites, stalagmites, and coral formations up close.
  • Indulge in a refreshing dip in the blue waters of the Sicilian sea, weather conditions permitting.

Inclusions

  • 1-hour boat tour
  • English/Italian-speaking skipper
  • Swimming stop, if weather permits

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks (can be purchased onboard)
  • Tip: Check the weather forecast before booking so that your tour will not be affected by strong windy conditions.
  • Please note that the commander reserves the right to cancel the excursion at any time depending on the weather conditions.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 12 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.