Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets
Overview
Discover Palermo, a unique city in the world, with a valid local guide. Hear the history of Sicily and its capital while admiring extraordinary monuments such as the Teatro Massimo and the Cathedral.
Then you will immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of its markets and you will be able to stroll among stalls full of local products and traditional street food.
Here you can taste the traditional popular foods that make Palermo one of the world capitals of street food.
We will then enter the Cathedral, a UNESCO heritage site, in Arab-Norman style.
You will be able to admire other unique monuments.
Along the way, you will discover the myths and legends of Sicily, such as the mysterious sect of the Beati Paoli, the city's patron saint Santa Rosalia and the secret recipes of Sicilian desserts.
What's Included
- Cathedral entrance
- Short stop for free street food tasting
- Crossing the Cape Market
- Licensed professional guide
- Food and beverages.
- Any tickets for entrances to palaces, churches, museums
Meeting Location
Via Cavour
131, 90139 Palermo PA, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Via Vittorio Emanuele
490, 90134 Palermo PA, Italy
Conclusion of the tour at the end of the visit to the Cathedral, on via Vittorio Emanuele
What To Expect
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Teatro dell'Opera dei Pupi
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Pretoria
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Piazza Olivella
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Via Vittorio Emanuele (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- 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).
- Cathedral entrance.
- Short stop for free street food tasting.
- Crossing the Cape Market.
- Licensed professional guide.
- Food and beverages.
- Any tickets for entrances to palaces, churches, museums.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Cathedral entrance
- Short stop for free street food tasting
- Crossing the Cape Market
- Licensed professional guide
- Food and beverages.
- Any tickets for entrances to palaces, churches, museums
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
