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Palermo : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

350 Reviews 4.70 out of 5 stars Based on 350 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 90% of reviewers | Palermo, Italy
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2 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Private Walking Tour
  • Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
  • Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city) or cruise terminal
  • Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips ( Optional )
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Meeting and Pickup

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The local guide will pick you up at your hotel ( if located in Palermo ). Travelers can request the tour to start from any centrally located hotel. In case your hotel is outside the city center we will select a convenient meeting point in the city center.Tour may end at a different location from the departure point unless requested in advance of the tour.

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Explore Palermo alongside a local guide! Let him (or her) show you all there is to know about the city, the iconic places and the history but also some nice places to eat, go shopping and much more during this personalized and private visit. The itinerary will be designed by your local guide based on your preferences. Meet where you're staying to get familiar with the neighborhood, find out about the best places to eat, the easiest ways to get around, and the hidden gems you might have missed. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. Important: This itinerary is completely customizable according to your wishes.Important: This itinerary is completely customizable according to your wishes.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Palermo : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-104357P117

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private Walking Tour
  • Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
  • Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city) or cruise terminal
  • Customization of the tour
  • Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips ( Optional )
  • Tickets to any attractions

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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