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Palermo, Italy
Where Sicily’s Soul Comes AliveThis tour of Palermo’s historic center invites you to dive into the excitement of a thousand-year-old city, featuring Baroque palaces, Byzantine domes, and bustling street markets filled with Eastern scents. Throughout the route, discover the unique Arab-Norman heritage, the splendor of its cathedrals, and the vibrant landmarks that make the Sicilian capital a true open-air theater. A simple and immersive way to explore the passionate soul of Palermo at your own pace.

The Norman Palace
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Palermo Cathedral
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Church of Santissimo Salvatore
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Quattro Canti Square
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Fontana Pretoria
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Piazza San Domenico
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Il Capo District
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Teatro Massimo Vittorio Emanuele
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The Regional Archaeological Museum
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Oratorio del Rosario
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La Loggia District
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Giardino Garibaldi
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Palazzo Abatellis
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Foro Italico
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Villa Giulia
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La Kalsa District
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The Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
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Palazzo Gangi
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Church of St. Mary of the Admiral
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Church of San Cataldo
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Church of the Gesù
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Ballarò market
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The Albergheria District
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Advice
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Jan.
12°
Feb.
12°
March
10°
April
16°
May
20°
June
24°
July
27°
Aug.
27°
Sept.
25°
Oct.
21°
Nov.
17°
Dec.
13°
Throughout the year, Palermo enjoys an average temperature of around 17°C, thanks to its Mediterranean climate — mild in winter and hot in summer. January and February are the coldest months, with lows around 9°C. On the other hand, the hottest months are July and August, when temperatures can reach up to 31°C. As for rainfall, February, September and October tend to be the wettest months. All in all, Palermo is blessed with good weather and can be enjoyed almost all year round.
Our tours are designed as a loop, so you can jump in wherever you are. The navigation system and audioguide will automatically adjust to your location. However, if you happen to be nearby, we do have a preferred starting point: The Norman Palace
Parcheggio Piazza S. Giovanni Decollato, 3 Like more than 300 other Italian cities, Palermo has ZTLs (Limited Traffic Zones). These zones restrict access, driving, and parking for unauthorized vehicles, sometimes for a few hours, sometimes all day. The catch? They usually cover the historic centre and main tourist areas. In Palermo, the ZTL includes the Loggia, Kalsa, Albergheria, and Monte di Pietà districts. Without authorization and payment of a municipal fee (which varies depending on your vehicle), driving or parking there between 8 am and 8 pm is strictly forbidden. And don’t even think about sneaking in — surveillance cameras are everywhere. The smart move: park your car in a private or underground car park and enjoy the city hassle-free.
During our tour, you’ll be passing through Villa Giulia and the Garibaldi Garden. Please note that these sites have opening hours. If they happen to be closed when you arrive, you can simply walk around them and listen to the audioguide from outside. You'll quickly notice that Palermo is seriously lacking in public restrooms. So, to avoid any inconvenient urges along the way, we recommend taking advantage of any cafés or restaurants you stop at to grab a bite or a drink.
Explorez le monde en totale liberté, à pied au cœur des villes ou au fil des routes. Nos guides audios transforment chaque destination en une découverte culturelle immersive et unique.