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Historic Free Tour of mythical Palermo

8.3 (4)

Explore Palermo with an expert in medieval history. This tour of the historic center reveals all the richness and enthusiasm of a thousand-year-old culture. A lively walk to understand the essence of the city.

Provided by Violette

1h 30min

10:30 AM, 3:00 PM +1 More +1 More

1h 30min

10:30 AM, 3:00 PM +1 More +1 More

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Walking Tour

Free Tour Arab Palermo

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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 45min

9:30 AM, 1:00 PM +2 More +2 More

1h 45min

9:30 AM, 1:00 PM +2 More +2 More

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Free Tour Palermo Authentic & Local

9.6 (4,148)

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 +2 More +2 More

2 hours

10:00 AM, 11:00 AM +2 More +2 More

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Palermo Free Tour: A meeting point of Europe!

9.2 (11)

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

11:30 AM, 4:00 PM

2 hours

11:30 AM, 4:00 PM

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Palermo Beyond the Mafia: A Regeneration Tour

9.8 (970)

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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Bike Tour

Palermo bike tour with tasting

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Experience the vibrant city of Palermo, the capital of Sicily, on an exciting bike tour. Discover hidden secrets and immerse yourself in its rich history and impressive architecture.

Provided by Sicilyland

3 hours

10:00 AM

3 hours

10:00 AM

From €38.00

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Walking Tour

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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Tour of Cefalu by train: a journey between the sea and cultural treasures

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Discover Cefalù with a train tour: golden beaches, crystal clear sea and a fascinating historic center. Relax, experience the local culture and admire Mediterranean views on an easy and unforgettable journey.

Provided by Terramuri

6 hours

9:30 AM

6 hours

9:30 AM

From €80.00

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Private Car

History, Sunshine and Smiles Palermo Tour in APETAX

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Discover Palermo aboard the iconic Ape Taxi: a fun and authentic tour through alleys, markets, monuments and Sicilian scents. A truly unforgettable experience.

Provided by Terramuri

1 hour

9:00 AM, 10:00 AM

1 hour

9:00 AM, 10:00 AM

From €70.00

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Walking Tour

Palermo Past & Present: City Center Walking Tour

9.7 (197)

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

2 hours

10:00 AM

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9,428 Reviews in Palermo

"fascinsting history of Palermo"

Michele was very knowledgable and history tour was a great Mix of history and fun facts that made ir interesting. He was very passionate and wanted us to understand the culture and how history...

"Antonella bravissima!"

Antonella is an excellent guide—friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. She made this three-hour tour of the historic center such an exciting experience! She also gave us lots of useful information...

"Palmero walking tour"

I had a great time on the tour. Pablo was an exceptional guide: informative, funny, and engaging throughout. He brought the history and stories to life in a way that kept everyone interested from...

"Great ????"

Guide was passionate, well informed and funny!

"Excellent Tour"

We really enjoy Freetours as a way to get an overview of a new city, and this one fully met-up with our expectations. Jahdi(?) was very personable, knowledgeable, and spoke clearly. We learnt a...

"Excellent ❤️????❤️"

We took the tour in Spanish with Antonio, who is a very professional, engaging, and empathetic guide. We’d like to thank him and highly recommend him, as he provided us with additional...

"Great tour"

Jaden was very passionate about her country. Great tour, informative and fun.

"Muy buen tour para empezar a explorar"

We really enjoyed the tour; the explanations were very detailed and the guide was very friendly. I definitely recommend it for Day 1 to get an overview. Thanks!

"Woderful tour"

Michele was very knowledgeable and explained lots of history & facts about Palermo. I would highly recommend this tour.

"Great tour"

Thanks for the great tour

"Marta fantastica"

We took the tour on Saturday morning. Our guide, Marta, was extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and invaluable in providing unique insights about the city. Thank you. It was incredibly helpful.

"Un lujo!"

The tour was really, really great! Michele is an excellent guide—not only did she share some super interesting facts, but she also answered everyone’s questions as they came up. Highly recommended!!!!

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