Small Group walking tour of Palermo UNESCO sites

3 hours
Palermo, Italy

About this activity

Palermo is a fascinating city, boasting many cultural and historical treasures, even 8 UNESCO sites. By choosing this small group tour, you will have the opportunity to admire the best attractions, with a tasty local break!

Highlights

  • Discover Palermo with an expert guide
  • Admire Palermo’s Baroque & Norman styles
  • Uncover Palermo’s rich multicultural past
  • Stroll through the city's UNESCO sites
  • Savor an authentic Sicilian cannolo

Full description

Discover the soul of Palermo with the "Small Group Walking Tour of Palermo UNESCO Sites," offered by Towns of Italy, where quality, authenticity, and innovation meet. Immerse yourself in the vibrant history of this captivating city through an intimate exploration of its eight UNESCO wonders. Your journey begins in Palermo's historic center, where a local guide will lead you through winding streets brimming with multicultural tales. Marvel at the intricate Baroque and Normann-Arab style architecture, as you visit iconic landmarks like the Piazza Pretoria, often called the "Square of Shame," famous for its daring sculptures, as well as the majestic Praetorian Palace. Peer into the rich past of the Royal Palace, an emblem of Palermo's storied past. Cap off your exploration with a taste of Sicily's culinary heritage by savoring a delightful local cannolo. Dive into this unique blend of cultural and gastronomic treasures, and let Palermo's enchanting spirit capture your heart.

Included / Excluded

  • Licensed English Speaking Guide
  • Walking tour
  • View all the main monuments of the city
  • Entrance to Cathedral
  • Typical Sicilian Cannolo or Granita
  • Tips
  • Optional gratuities
  • Transfer from/to the tour's meeting point

Meeting point

Start Location

Towns of Italy | Tourist Hub & Cooking School | Palermo, Via Volturno, 44, 90138 Palermo PA, Italy

Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour runs rain or shine.
  • Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility and we will do our best to accomodate them.
  • We love animals, but pets are not permitted on this tour to avoid any allergy-related issues and ensure the comfort of all clients.

Know before you go

  • Please dress respectfully for the Cathedral: make sure your shoulders are covered, and avoid shorts that are too short.
  • If needed, disposable ponchos are available for purchase at the entrance for just €1.
  • Please let us know in advance about any food allergy or dietary requirements.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

48 HRS cancellation policy. Full penalty applies for cancellations in the last 48 hours prior to tour departure. Full penalty applies for no-shows. This tour runs on rain or shine.

Reviews

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
Jul 2026
5.0

פעילות נהדרת וחוייתית עם מדריך נעים ונחמד. הפעילות מלמדת, משעשעת ומעשירה מאוד בסודות הכנת הפיצה והגלדיה האיטלקית המשובחת

GetYourGuide
Aryn
Jul 2026
5.0

The food was so good, and we loved learning how to make it. We only got to make the pasta ourselves, the chefs make the sauces as they teach us how. Still very interesting and entertaining.

GetYourGuide
Evelia Edith Ordonez
Jul 2026
3.0

el tour es muy pesado en esta época, la información que se provee es poca y no tirne sentido solo visitar la arena, la guía hablaba super bajito no se le entendía bien, me quedaron a deber en esta experiencia