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Palermo Walking Tour and Guided Visit to Palazzo dei Normanni

7 Reviews 4.71 out of 5 stars Based on 7 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Sicily, Italy
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5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover the captivating allure of Palermo on our combined tour, where history and culture converge to offer an unforgettable experience. Delve into the city's rich tapestry of Baroque and Normann-Arab architecture, exploring iconic sites like the Praetorian Square and its mesmerizing marble fountain. Immerse yourself in centuries of Sicilian history as you tour the magnificent Palazzo dei Normanni, Europe's oldest royal residence, and marvel at the intricate beauty of the Palatine Chapel.

With expert guidance, witness the fusion of Islamic, Byzantine, and Norman influences that adorn these architectural wonders. From the opulence of the palace to the sublime beauty of the chapel, this tour promises to be a journey through time and culture, offering a deeper understanding of Palermo's fascinating heritage.

If you're short on time during your vacation in Palermo, take advantage of getting to know the most beautiful attractions with our combined tour.

What's Included

  • View all the main monuments of the city
  • Guided Walking Tour with lincesed English speaking guide
  • Tickets and guided tour of the Palazzo dei Normanni complex
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Optional gratuites
  • Entrance tickets for Teatro Massimo are not included in the price, tickets cost 12.00€ per person
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Via Volturno
44, 90138 Palermo PA, Italy

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Teatro Massimo

The Teatro Massimo Vittorio Emanuele is an opera house and opera company located on the Piazza Verdi in Palermo, Sicily. It was dedicated to King Victor Emanuel II. It is the biggest in Italy, and one of the largest of Europe.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chiesa di San Domenico

San Domenico is a Baroque-style Roman Catholic church, located on Piazza San Domenico, and located in the ancient quarter of La Loggia, in central Palermo. Piazza San Domenico opens to Via Roma a few blocks south of the large Palazzo delle Poste, and a few blocks north of Sant'Antonio Abate and Teatro Biondo, is the northern border of the warren of alleys of the Vucciria neighborhood. The church houses the burial monuments of many notable Sicilians, and is known thus as the Pantheon of illustrious Sicilians
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Vucciria

While Palermo has a number of bustling outdoor markets worth exploring for the lively atmosphere, the most famous is Vucciria Market, known locally as La Vucciria. Located in the historic center around Piazza San Domenico, the stalls predominantly sell fish, meat, and produce—but you can find a little of everything here
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Pretoria

The Praetorian Fountain is a monumental fountain located in Piazza Pretoria in the historic center of Palermo. The fountain dominates the piazza on the west flank of the church of Santa Caterina, and is one block south of the intersection of the Quattro Canti. The fountain was originally built in 1544 in Florence by Francesco Camilliani, but was sold, transferred, and reassembled in Palermo in 1574
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Quattro Canti

Quattro Canti, officially known as Piazza Vigliena, is a Baroque square in Palermo, region of Sicily, Italy; it is considered the center of the historic quarters of the city
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cattedrale di Palermo

Palermo Cathedral is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Palermo. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Norman Palace

The Palazzo dei Normanni (Norman Palace) is also called Royal Palace of Palermo. It was the seat of the Kings of Sicily with the Hauteville dynasty and served afterwards as the main seat of power for the subsequent rulers of Sicily. Since 1946 it has been the seat of the Sicilian Regional Assembly
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Royal Palace and Palatine Chapel

The Palatine Chapel is the royal chapel of the Norman Palace in Palermo, Sicily. This building is a mixture of Byzantine, Norman and Fatimid architectural styles, showing the tricultural state of Sicily during the 12th century after Roger I and Robert Guiscard conquered the island
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Dress Code: Appropriate clothing is required to enter religious sites. Shoulders and knees must be covered. Please dress accordingly to avoid being denied entry
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Palermo Walking Tour and Guided Visit to Palazzo dei Normanni?

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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What's Included

Activity name

  • View all the main monuments of the city
  • Guided Walking Tour with lincesed English speaking guide
  • Tickets and guided tour of the Palazzo dei Normanni complex
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Optional gratuites
  • Entrance tickets for Teatro Massimo are not included in the price, tickets cost 12.00€ per person
  • Teatro Massimo

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Dress Code: Appropriate clothing is required to enter religious sites. Shoulders and knees must be covered. Please dress accordingly to avoid being denied entry
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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