Palermo Private Tour

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

Tour Options

When booking, choose between the following 2 options. In both cases, we'll meet at the indicated time at the Porta Nuova in central Palermo.

Palermo Tour (3 Hours)

We'll begin by heading to the Palermo Cathedral. If it's open, we'll explore the impressive central nave and discuss the city's rich history. Next, we'll visit the Quattro Canti, a central Baroque square and cultural hub. Our journey continues to Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini, where we'll visit the Church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio, a part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, we'll explore a historic market to experience local life. The tour lasts a total of 4 hours.

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

Palermo Tour + Palatine Chapel (4 Hours)

This option includes a private tour of Palermo followed by a 10-minute break for food or drink. We will then visit the Palazzo dei Normanni, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the stunning Palatine Chapel with Byzantine mosaics. We'll explore this historic residence, concluding the 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, travel at your own pace, and potentially save money if travelling in a larger group.