Top Palermo Art & Culture

Discover two of Palermo’s most distinctive landmarks on this immersive, private tour. Set off from your accommodation—hotel pickup and drop-off are included—and venture first to the Capuchin Catacombs: a macabre destination home to thousands of mummified bodies, many of them priests. Next, discover the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Monreale, famous for its fusion of Norman and Arabic architecture. A break for Sicilian coffee and nibbles is also included.

Cover the highlights of stunning, seaside Palermo on this half-day introductory tour. Explore Sicily’s history-packed capital on foot, getting a first-hand peek at its diverse influences and unique Arab-Norman culture. Sample street food in one of the city’s oldest markets, step inside the iconic, domed church of San Giovanni degli Eremiti, and visit the Royal Palace and mosaic-filled Cappella Palatina.

Walking tour in the heart of the city of Palermo, discovering historical markets, churches and squares. A journey through the history and culture of a unique city in the world.

Spend a day exploring the ancient sights of the Valley of the Temples with this day trip from Palermo. Travel to Agrigento for a quick coffee break (own expense) before visiting the fascinating site for a 1-hour tour. See the temples of Hera, Concordia and Apollo. Take a midday break for lunch (own expense) before stopping at the archaeology museum for a 1-hour self-guided visit.

Discover a number of western Sicily’s most popular destinations on this full-day tour from Palermo. Meet your guide at your accommodation, climb aboard a climate-controlled minivan, and head first to Segesta, where you’ll explore the ancient Greek amphitheater and temple (entry own expense). Then, discover the medieval town of Erice, enjoy a traditional Sicilian lunch (own expense) in Saline, and finish with a walking tour of the elegant city of Trapani.

Discover ancient ruins left over from the Greeks on this private excursion. Enjoy pickup from the Palermo area and head to Agrigento where you can find the UNESCO-listed Temple Valley. Learn about its ancient history and explore its many sites before heading to the seaside to see the white cliffs dubbed as the ‘Turkish Stairway.”

Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to explore Santo Stefano di Camastra, Corleone, and Cefalù on your own during this full-day self-guided tour from Palermo. All transportation from your hotel and between towns is included.

Capital of Sicily, Palermo is a city of rich history and impressive architecture—with hidden secrets round every corner. On this bike tour, hop onto the saddle, escape the tourist trail with your guide, and see sides of Palermo many visitors miss. Spin along peaceful back-streets and through pretty squares, sample Sicilian street food, and experience life in Palermo away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist traps.

Visit some of the most beautiful parts of Western Sicily with this day trip from Palermo to Erice, Segesta, Nubia and the Trapani Salt Pans. Visit an archaeological excavation at Segesta. Take in the excellent views from the hilltop town of Erice. See how sea salt is still collected off the Sicilian coast at the Salt Pans of Trapani.

Discover the ancient origins of Sicily during this private sightseeing tour from the Palermo region. Visit the town of Erice, famous for its sweet confections and for being associated with the goddess of fertility. Then, see ancient Greek ruins in the towns of Segesta and Selinunte and learn about the indigenous people of Sicily. This is not a guided tour but a private, English-speaking driver is included.

Although Sicily is an island, crossing distances between the capital and destinations along the coast—especially along the south and west sides—can be tiring and time-consuming. With this tour to Agrigento from Palermo, let a guide take care of the roughly 2-hour drive between coasts, and then take you on a private tour of the strikingly well-preserved Valley of the Temples archeological site.

On this full-day tour from Palermo, you’ll be driven to three of Sicily’s most stunning and history-packed destinations. Enjoy free time to explore the castle town of Castelbuono, the hillside town of Monreale, and the originally Greek seaside hub of Cefalu. Discover the region’s Arab-Norman roots with optional visits to the opulent Cappella Palatina and 14th-century Castelbuono.

Cover three of Sicily’s most iconic locations in this full-day tour of Monte Etna, Taormina, and Castelmola. Explore the slopes and lava fields of the UNESCO-listed volcanic crater, with optional cable car or all-terrain drives to the top. Then, organize a visit to the famed Greek-Roman Theatre or simply relax in a cafe, topped off by a stop at Castelmola village.

Maximize your time in Palermo with this sightseeing tour, which showcases the best of the city and the surrounding region. Visit the hillside town of Monreale, known for its Norman cathedral and 12th-century mosaics, and explore Palermo’s historic center. Enjoy beach time at the seaside resort of Mondello and venture up Monte Pellegrino to view the 17th-century Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia cave shrine.

Palermo is rich in historic and cultural treasures, but getting around the city and nearby Monreale with public transportation can be stressful and time consuming. Save hours by exploring with a private driver, skipping the hassle of crowded buses and trains and taking in highlights like the Norman palace, Zisa Castle, and Ballarò and Vucciria markets in just hours. Afterwards, set off to nearby Monreale to admire its magnificent cathedral.

Hotel pick up. It starts in the direction of Corleone, a town sadly known as the birthplace of the Mafia and the birthplace of Totò Riina. Starting in the 1960s, Corleone became famous precisely for being the city of the most powerful mafia clan - I Corleonesi - which established its headquarters here. The name of the city is also known as the surname acquired by the main character of the film by Francis Ford Coppola: The Godfather. Corleone is a small historic center, beautiful to visit. In Corleone you will visit the impressive Antimafia Museum, which contains a vast collection of documents and images related to the Mafia massacres.

the tour was organized to admire the beauty of the wonderful Cathedral of Monreale Unesco World Heritage Arab Norman itinerary, then continuation for the visit of the famous Catacombs of the Capuchins

Pick up at the hotel. Departure to Erice and free time to visit the medieval village. Continue to Trapani and visit the Saline di Nubia in a charming and colorful atmosphere. Possibility to visit the Salt Museum. Free lunch. Departure for Segesta and visit of the Archaeological Park (where you can admire the "Temple" and the "Greek Theater"). I'm going back to the hotel. End of our services

Spend half a day exploring Monreale and Palermo. Begin with an hour-long tour of the Monreale Cathedral, beloved for its mosaics dating back to the 12th century. Head to Palermo’s historic center to see the Palazzo de Normanni and its lovely gardens, the historic Corso Vittorio Emanuele, the elaborate fountain in the Piazza Pretoria, and more. Return to your hotel or port after a morning of incredible architecture and history.

See two of northern Sicily’s most characterful destinations when you embark on this full-day trip from Palermo. In the morning, your guide picks you up from your accommodation; board an air-conditioned minivan and head to the medieval village of Castelbuono, located in the Madonie Mountains. See the Castle of Ventimiglia and visit a local pastry shop before continuing to Cefalù, home to a UNESCO-listed cathedral and impeccable seaside views.

the tour was organized to explore the history of the mafia and anti-mafia with a visit to the museum in Corleone, a town that had its history and its culture shaped by the mafia; and finally stop at the Falcone Tree, symbol of antimafia in Palermo

Visit Polizzi Generosa, a small, medieval village, where many people still live according to the Sicilian traditions. taste the famous "Sfoglio" di Polizzi. Delicious pastry was probably invented in the 16th century by some local nuns. have a half-day cooking lesson at the home of an authentic Sicilian family. Lunch Visit Cefalù , known for it's long golden beach as well as for other monumental and artistic "jewels", the Norman Duomo, the Osterio Magno that was the probable residence of King Roger II. A visit to Cefalù cannot exclude a walk along the lanes in the historical centre

The unique experience of the cumulative of the Cathedral of Monreale, to admire the beauty of the Cloister and the Terraces

Palazzo Conte Federico is one of the oldest historic buildings in the city of Palermo. It is still inhabited by the family, who will accompany you personally on the tour.