Sicily

15 Best Palermo Tours

Palermo rewards a guide more than any other city in Sicily, and these tours earn their keep. The Arab-Norman palaces and chapels hold some of Europe’s finest gold mosaics, and the stories behind them are wasted on audio guides. Market walks and anti-mafia tours fill fastest.

1.Palermo: NO Mafia Walking Tour

Discover the hidden truth of Palermo on our NO Mafia Walking Tour. Unmask the secrets, explore the city, and experience history like never before. Join us today!

Most Popular★ 4.8

“I highly recommend the No Mafia Tour to anyone visiting Palermo. It was very interesting and educational, and inspiring to hear about the movement. Our guide Salvatore was fantastic - very knowledgeable and engaging, and was patient in answering all our questions. 10/10 experience.”

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4.Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion From Palermo

Discover the hidden gems of Sicily on this unforgettable full-day excursion! Explore Segesta, Erice, and the stunning Salt Pans from Palermo. Don't miss out, click now!

★ 4.2

“This was a good excursion. It's NOT a tour - the staff are very helpful but aren't there to show you around. They don't claim to in their literature, but I thought I'd mention it because some people on our tour were confused and were…”

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5.Palermo: Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour

Mysteries and enchantment await as travelers step into the Teatro Massimo Opera House, where secrets of the past come to life amidst its opulent walls.

★ 4.5

“Stunning building. Guide was really informative and we had the benefit of seeing a ballet rehearsal in progress so got a “free” performance thrown in.”

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7.Palermo: Street Food and History Walking Tour

Uncover the secrets of Palermo's Street Food and History Walking Tour, where every corner holds a surprise waiting to be discovered.

★ 4.9

“Tour was great - we loved the mix of food and history. Fabrizio is fantastic- smart, clever, a good story teller, likes to laugh and share the culture and history of Palermo.”

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8.Palermo: Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples Day Tour

Kickstart your adventure through time and unravel ancient mysteries on the 'Palermo: Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples Day Tour'...

★ 4.2

“We had a great day with Sergio, our driver. He was very friendly and answered all our questions. Highly recommend this trip as the Valley of the Temples and the Turkish steps on the sea cliff are spectacular!! My only suggestion is to bring euro…”

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10.Palermo No Mafia Walking Tour: Discover the Anti-Mafia Culture in Sicily

Explore the heart of Palermo's resistance against the Mafia on an eye-opening walking tour. Uncover the untold stories and embrace Sicily's powerful anti-Mafia culture.

★ 5.0

“Fascinating tour, so much history... Frederico has a depth of knowledge and is very passionate about the topic. Highly recommended.”

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11.Palermo: Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class With Dinner and Wine

Learn the secrets of making perfect pizza and gelato in Palermo! Join our cooking class, enjoy a delicious dinner, and sip on fine wine. Book now!

★ 4.9

“Cooking with Lidia was a truly wonderful experience. She explained everything in great detail and clearly guided us through every step of preparing the pizza and the ice cream. We are so happy that we chose to spend our Valentine’s evening this way in Palermo.…”

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12.Palermo Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better

Discover Palermo’s best street food on a small-group tour. Enjoy local favorites, historical insights, and authentic eats—all in just 3.5 hours.

★ 5.0

“There are several very good food tours in Palermo; this one is outstanding! The walking pace is great, the selection of food is truly typical Sicilian, and some provide an opportunity to taste something you might not ordinarily choose on a Sicilian menu. Just wait…”

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13.Palermo: Wine Tasting with Snacks at Bottega Monteleone

Discover Sicily’s flavors with a 2-hour wine tasting in Palermo, featuring 5 regional wines paired with authentic Sicilian snacks in a cozy, informative setting.

★ 4.8

“We loved our Wine tasting at Bottega Monteleone. The wine was exceptional and the accompanying snacks perfectly matched. Our host was extremely insightful and we have fallen in love with Sicily wine!”

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14.Palermo: Mondello, Capo Gallo Reserve Boat Tour, and Snack

Experience Sicily’s coastline with a 4-hour boat tour from Palermo, exploring caves, swimming spots, and enjoying snacks with expert guides.

★ 4.9

“We had a beautiful experience—the boat, the magnificent view, the top-notch Captain. When I wasn’t jumping in the glistening water to snorkel with blue fish or entranced by abundant beauty in every direction, or drinking prosecco, I loved hearing the Captain’s tales of old Sicilian…”

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4.9Palermo: Street Food, Market, and City Center Walking Tour2.5 hours$52 5.0Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food3 hours (approx.)$48.98 5.0Pub Crawl Palermo5 hours (approx.)$20.56 4.8Palermo: Small Group Night Street Food Tour3 hours$81 4.8Palermo: UNESCO World Heritage Sites Guided Walking Tour3 - 5.5 hours$41 4.9Palermo: Street Food and Local Market Tasting Tour3 hours$81 5.0Palermos Delight: Unleash the Secrets of Pizza and Gelato Making3 hours (approx.)$60.95 4.9Palermo Walking Tour: Highlights & Street Food2.5 hours$52 5.0Palermo Evening Food Tour3 hours (approx.)$83.44 4.8Palermo Bike Tour With Tasting3 hours$47 4.9Palermo: Walking Tour of Historic Markets and Monuments3 hours$35 5.0Palermo: Guided Bar Crawl With Shots and Discounts on Drinks5 hours$20 3.8Mount Etna and Taormina Full-Day Excursion From Palermo$130.28 4.8Palermo: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Flowing Wine2.5 hours$56 4.6Palermo: Private Walking Tour with a Local2 - 6 hours$56 4.6Palermo: Guided City Walking Tour W/Customizable Itinerary$54.66 4.1Palermo: Valley of the Temples and Scala Dei Turchi Day Trip$90.63 5.0Walking Tour and Street Food Tour Palermo$55.61 5.0Boat Trip to Cefalú2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)$53.23 5.0Discover Palermo in 3 Hours. Art, History, Markets and Street Food$34.76 5.0Palermo Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours$94.75 4.7Palermo: Norman Palace and Palatine Chapel Tour With Tickets1.5 hours$82 4.6From Palermo: Villa Romana and Valley of the Temples Trip$138.21 4.9Palermo, a Tour Among Unique Monuments and Colorful Markets3 hours$35