Palermo Private Tour

Explore Sicily's capital city on this private tour of Palermo. Discover over 2,500 years of history as you see landmarks such as the Quattro Canti and the Palazzo dei Normani.

Tour Options

When booking, you can choose between the following 2 options. In both cases, we'll meet at the indicated time at the Porta Nuova in central Palermo. You can see the details of each option below.

Palermo Tour (3 Hours)

We'll begin our private tour at the Palermo Cathedral. If it's open, we'll explore the central nave and uncover stories from the city's history.

Next, we'll visit the Quattro Canti, the center of Palermo's historic district, and discuss the city's cultural traditions. We will then proceed to Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini, where we’ll visit the Church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. After visiting a historic market to see local produce, we'll conclude the tour after a total of 4 hours.

Important: The Church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio is open Monday to Saturday. When closed, a baroque church will be visited instead.

Palermo Tour + Palatine Chapel (4 Hours)

This option includes a private tour of Palermo followed by a 10-minute break for refreshments. Afterwards, we'll head to the Palazzo dei Normanni, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the renowned Palatine Chapel with its Byzantine mosaics. We will explore the palace and its iconic areas, concluding this tour after a total of 4 hours.

Advantages of Booking a Private Tour

By booking a private tour, a personal guide will accompany you, allowing you to customise your itinerary and travel at your own pace, especially beneficial for larger groups.