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Palermo Past & Present: City Center Walking Tour

9.7 (218)

We’re a team of professional local guides, passionate about sharing the city’s true spirit. Our tip-based walking tours blend iconic squares with hidden alleys, weaving together history, legends, and local life to share authentic stories in a relaxed

Provided by Marco & Friends

2 hours

10:00 AM, 6:00 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 6:00 PM

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Palermo Tip Based Street Food Tour

9.2 (9)

Discover the flavor of Palermo on this unique street food tour. Taste the "Big 6" classics, from crispy arancini to sweet cannoli. Every bite reveals a storied past, blending Arab spices with Spanish flair.

Provided by Marco & Friends

2 hours

11:00 AM, 5:30 PM

2 hours

11:00 AM, 5:30 PM

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Arab Soul of Palermo Free Tour

9.9 (12)

Step back in time to Arab Palermo! Join this immersive tour through the city’s Islamic golden age, exploring its history as a glittering Mediterranean capital. Discover hidden layers of architecture and culture.

Provided by Samuele

1h 30min

11:00 AM

1h 30min

11:00 AM

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Free Tour Palermo Authentic & Local

9.6 (4,299)

We are a group of enthusiastic young people who through walks in the city transmit our love for Palermo, its monuments, history, local streets and food.

Provided by Palermo Free Walking Tours

2 hours

10:00 AM, 11:00 AM +1 More +1 More

2 hours

10:00 AM, 11:00 AM +1 More +1 More

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Let's Explore Palermo with a Migrant Free Tour

9.5 (24)

Walking through markets like Ballarò and Vucciria, you’ll experience the city’s vibrant street culture, local flavors, and everyday rhythms—like stepping into a living visual poem.

Provided by Hadia Rasool

2 hours

9:00 AM, 5:30 PM

2 hours

9:00 AM, 5:30 PM

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Palermo Beyond the Mafia: A Regeneration Tour

9.8 (989)

Join us in Palermo to discover a city rising beyond its mafia past. Explore vibrant streets, witness urban regeneration, and hear inspiring stories from locals shaping a brighter future.

Provided by Addiopizzo Travel

3 hours

4:00 PM

3 hours

4:00 PM

From €35.00

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Palermo Tour: Explore The Leopard Netflix Series

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Join us in Palermo and discover the charm behind Netflix’s The Leopard! Explore stunning historical spots, taste local food and wine, and enjoy the city’s lively vibe on this unforgettable cinematic journey.

Provided by Thomas

4 hours

7:00 PM, 7:20 PM

4 hours

7:00 PM, 7:20 PM

From €250.00

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Palermo Private Cooking Class & Market Tour

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Join a tasty adventure in Palermo! Discover local markets, pick fresh ingredients, and cook a delicious 3-course Sicilian meal. Enjoy wine, stories, and fun on a sunny terrace. A true food lover’s experience!

Provided by Thomas

5 hours

11:00 AM, 6:00 PM

5 hours

11:00 AM, 6:00 PM

€600.00

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Palermo: Oysters Tasting Experience

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Embark on an amazing culinary journey with our exquisite oyster tasting experience. Delight in the fresh, briny flavors of these oceanic treasures. Suitable for seasoned oyster enthusiasts or curious newcomers. Paired with prosecco or white wine.

Provided by Thomas

2 hours

1:00 PM, 7:00 PM

2 hours

1:00 PM, 7:00 PM

From €150.00

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Beyond the Veil: Catacombs and Cemeteries of Palermo

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Explore the dark side of Palermo! Discover the eerie Catacombs of the Capuchins and the mystery of Rosalia Lombardo. Delve into a cemetery full of legends and buried secrets. A journey between history and thrill for the brave

Provided by Terramuri

1h 45min

9:25 AM, 9:30 AM

1h 45min

9:25 AM, 9:30 AM

From €35.00

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9,922 Reviews in Palermo

by Oscar Miranda Rodríguez

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

"Palermo"

The guide explained everything very clearly; it was great—highly recommended.

by Colomba Punzo

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

"Per me sei stelle"

Antonella was knowledgeable, passionate, and generous in her explanations. This was my first experience with a freetour, and it gets top marks.

by Monika Hanses

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

"Great insights on Palermo's history"

A lot of Informationen on the history of Sicily and Palermo with Samuele. Many details from ancient beginnings via midevil to Spanish times. Samuele answers all questions we had. Plus a milza...

by leonardo tafi

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026

"Tour di Palermo"

Roberta guided us on a tour of Palermo. She was very friendly, charming, and knowledgeable, and she brought the city to life with its history and anecdotes. I highly recommend this free tour.

by Vincenzo Pirolo

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026

"Visita di Palermo"

Everything was perfect; the guide was excellent, both in terms of expertise and friendliness.

by Per Hassling

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026

"Great tour"

We just love this tours with Young happy guides that can deliver so many intresting stories in such a short time.

by Stephen Mudge

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026

"Informative and useful for further detailed exploration"

We had a great tour and got the inside story of Palermo and its development over the millenia. Our guide was very helpful and kept us interested for the entire trip. Definitely worth doing as an...

by Rachel Gedge

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026

"Pa"

Great Tour with Debbie who was fun, knowledgeable and involved everyone in the group. Debbie made it a great visit to Palermo thank you

by Anna Mannert

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026

"A wonderful and interesting tour"

We can definetly recommend this tour!!! We enjoyed the tour with Hadia very much! She is very kind and knows a lot about history and architecture. She told us many interesting storys and we got...

by Ana Beatriz Trindade

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026

"Amazing tour!"

We didn't feel the time passing by, we were having a great time. Our guide was a Palermo local with great knowledge of the topic.

by Sara Franchy

Reviewed on Jun 09, 2026

"Free tour en español por Palermo"

It’s not easy to find tours in Spanish in Palermo. We took the tour with Dario and I loved it; I thought the itinerary struck a good balance between history and folklore. I give the organization...

by Mikel Lavilla

Reviewed on Jun 07, 2026

"Great time with Samuele!"

We had a great time with Samuele, and even had some suggestions to follow! Both on the places to visit and the food to have. Even had some try on spleen! Loved it.

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