Palermo Past & Present: City Center Walking Tour

9.7
141 Reviews
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Provided by: Marco & Friends
Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Via Maqueda, 461, 90133 Palermo PA
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.

Overview

We’re a team of Sicilian tour guides, passionate about sharing the city’s true spirit. Our tip-based walking tours mix iconic squares with hidden alleys, blending history, legends, and local life. Just real stories shared with a relaxed vibe. Follow us to discover Palermo’s contrasts and explore its intriguing history, cuisine, and legends. You’ll get insider tips to enjoy the city like a local.

MORNING TOUR
Teatro Massimo, then discover Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria, and Bellini’s secrets. Wander alleys like Vicolo Cagliostro and Vicolo Brugnò, a quick Look at Ballarò Market before reaching the Cathedral.

EVENING TOUR
Teatro Massimo, Olivella aperitif area, then explore Vucciria market, Kalsa (including San Francesco d’Assisi Church outside). Finish with Quattro Canti, Pretoria, Bellini, and an exterior view of the Cathedral. Perfect for nightlife and local vibes.

IMPORTANT NOTES
- Reservation is mandatory.
- Please book only if you are seriously planning to come. We have a limited number of tickets for each tour. Not showing up is disrespectful.
- Minimum 6 participants required
- We cannot wait for latecomers
- Tours may run 10–15 minutes longer due to the guide's passion.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:

  • Piazza Bellini
  • Quattro Canti
  • Massimo Theater
  • Cattedrale di Palermo
  • Via Maqueda
  • Piazza Pretoria
  • Guided walking tour
  • Main opera house (outside)
  • Quattro Canti (outside)
  • Backstreets
  • Cathedral (outside)
  • Small group
  • Local guide

Meeting point

Via Maqueda, 461, 90133 Palermo PA

On arrival

Via Maqueda 461 - Stand outside the shoe shop "Premier".
Your guide will have the tour guide badge around his/her neck.

Things to note

We cannot wait for latecomers. The group might leave the meeting point 1 minute passed the scheduled meeting time.

Rating
9.7
Organisation
9.9
Atmosphere
9.8
Content
9.7
Guide
9.9
Usefulness
9.8

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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