Free Alternative Tour of Palermo

Urban art, traditional markets and stories of the Second World War star in this free alternative tour of Palermo. We'll get to know the other side of Sicily's capital!

See Palermo from a New Perspective

At the indicated time, we'll meet next to the church of San Ignacio de Olivella to start this free alternative tour of Palermo. During the tour, we'll walk through the neighbourhoods of La Loggia and La Kalsa, reflecting on the scars left by the mafia and the Second World War. We will explore stories from these areas and observe the rise of urban art in the city.

We'll examine the social criticism expressed through street art murals and visit the Vucciria market, known for its fish sales. Our next destination is the antiques market in Piazza Marina. We will view the oratory of San Lorenzo and approach the old port of Palermo to see the Church of Santa Maria della Catena, dating back to the late 15th and early 16th century.

After 2 hours of sightseeing, we'll conclude our tour by the old port of Palermo.