Cefalú Free Tour

On this free tour of Cefalù, we'll explore the historic center, the fishermen's quarter, and the Piazza del Duomo. The tour includes a visit to the Cathedral Basilica to view its Byzantine mosaics.

Tour Highlights

We will meet at the train station in Cefalù at the designated time to commence the tour of the main attractions in this Sicilian city.

The tour begins at Porta Terra, where we will learn about the origins of Cefalù and view the walls from the 4th century BC that once protected the citadel during the Greek period.

Next, we will explore the historic center of Cefalù, walking along Corso Ruggero, which features ancient craft stores, local products, and notable residences such as the Osterio Magno.

We will then visit the medieval washing area from the Arab period, where the basins are still filled with water from the Cefalino River.

The tour continues to the Marina, passing through Porta Pescara, and exploring the fishing district, known for its appearances in films like Nuovo Cinema Paradiso and Indiana Jones.

Finally, we will visit Piazza del Duomo and enter the Cathedral Basilica of Cefalù, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to admire its Byzantine mosaics. The tour concludes in the Norman quarter of Francavilla after approximately two hours.

Groups

This free tour does not allow groups larger than six people, even if they book separately. For larger groups, a private tour option is recommended.