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 tour at the stunning Palermo Cathedral. If it's open, we'll step inside and explore the impressive central nave. Next, we'll make our way to the Quattro Canti, considered the center of Palermo's historic district.

Our journey will continue to Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini. In Piazza Bellini, we'll visit the Church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterward, we'll explore one of Palermo's historic markets to see local life and regional produce.

Finally, after a total of 4 hours, we'll conclude this private tour.

Important: the Church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio can be visited from Monday to Saturday. On other days, we'll visit a baroque church instead.

Palermo Tour + Palatine Chapel (4 Hours)

If you choose this option, after the private tour of Palermo, you'll have about 10 minutes for refreshments. We'll then proceed to the Palazzo dei Normanni, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the renowned Palatine Chapel with its Byzantine mosaics.

Finally, after a total of 4 hours, we'll conclude this private tour.

Advantages of Booking a Private Tour

By booking a private tour, you will have a personal guide, the ability to customize your itinerary, and travel at your own pace. Additionally, it can be more economical for larger groups.