Markets and Monuments: Walking Tour in the Center of Palermo Discount Tickets

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Overview

Walking through the wonders of the historic center of Palermo to take in the scents and colors of the old markets is a fantastic experience. Observe places and incredible people while admiring the sights and sounds of the markets. See some of the city's top monuments, as well, like the Teatro Massimo and Cathedral.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is at 9:00 am in front of the entrance of the Salinas archeologic Museum

End Point

End point

We will finish in front of the Santa Caterina church. The end point is 20 minutes walking far from the starting point.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Capo Street Market
It is the most traditional and popular old food market of Palermo. Here you find the tipical sicilian fruit, vegetables and fish.
Duration: 20 mins
2. Teatro Massimo
It is the largest Opera House in Italy, the third one in Europe. It was built in 1875 and its history is full of legends.
Duration: 15 mins
3. Palermo Cathedral
The Cathedral, the beautiful Arab-Norman Palermo Cathedral, which became part of UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites. You will see it also inside.
Duration: 20 mins
4. Quattro Canti
Officially known as Piazza Vigliena, is a Baroque square. It was built during the XVII century at the crossing of the two principal streets in Palermo, the Via Maqueda and the Corso Vittorio Emanuele.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Fontana della Vergogna - The Praetorian Fountain
It is a monumental fountain of Palermo. It is located in the heart of the historic centre and represents the most important landmark of Piazza Pretoria. The fountain was built in Palermo in 1574.
Duration: 15 mins
6. Church of Santa Maria dell’Ammiraglio (St. Mary of the Admiral)
The church is characterized by the multiplicity of styles that meet, because, with the succession of centuries, it was enriched by various other tastes in art, architecture and culture. The nuns of the Martorana were famous for their moulded marzipan, which they made in the form of various fruits. Although the convent no longer exists, frutta di Martorana are still one of Palermo's most famous and distinctive foodstuffs.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Church of St. Cataldo
The church of San Cataldo was built in the XII century. Is famous for the three red domes.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Local guide

Professional guide

Port pickup

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Entrance fees in the museums, buildings and churches

Infant meals

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Dress code is smart casual

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

A maximum of 12 people per booking

Supplied by Cavallaro Fabrizio

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