Markets and Monuments: Walking Tour in the Center of Palermo
Description
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.
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It is the most traditional and popular old food market of Palermo. Here you find the tipical sicilian fruit, vegetables and fish.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The church of San Cataldo was built in the XII century. Is famous for the three red domes.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(96)
Guided tour on 18.04.26 at 10:30. Very competent guide with extensive knowledge of history and culture, brought the information very lively and exciting. It wasn't just me who was thrilled. We'll be back!
Thank you
Aug 12, 2025 In the center of the city, hand made pasta and just ok, however don’t expect anything else. On top of that, nonsense and disrespectful service .
Please sir/madam, Remove your review. You never participated to my tours.
I had the pleasure of visiting Crafters in Dullstroom and indulging in their Monday lunch special – Smoked Chicken Pappardelle – and what an absolute culinary dream it was! The pasta was rich, flavourful, and beautifully balanced, making it one of the most memorable meals I’ve had in a long time. The atmosphere at Crafters is warm and welcoming, with a relaxed charm that makes you want to linger a little longer. The service was equally impressive – friendly, attentive, and professional without being intrusive. If you find yourself in Dullstroom, I’d highly recommend adding Crafters to your list. Whether you're a foodie or just in search of a great meal in a lovely setting, this spot will not disappoint!
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We were residents of the Residence Inn on Center Street in Rochester, MN for 70 days. My husband received cancer treatment at the Mayo Clinic. The employees at the Residence Inn are super people. To name a few we became friends with include Ashley MC at the front desk. She was always pleasant, happy, and willing to help us with whatever we needed. Genaeva, of the cleaning staff was thorough with all that she did, and happy to do the work. We enjoyed breakfast prepared by Cheryl. She had it ready at an early hour, serving a variety of breakfast fare. She always greeted us when we came, like old friends do. All in all, our stay at the Residence Inn was comfortable, we met nice people, and we would seriously consider coming back.
From Ballarò to Teatro Massimo discovering the most famous places but also many less popular but always interesting curiosities and sites. Fabrizio was a guide prepared and ready to answer all our questions. Nice experience that I recommend without hesitation.
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We had a great time on the Market and Monuments tour. Fabrizo was great - very knowledgeable yet also knew the right amount of detail to provide. The tour was 1.5-2 hours of Il Capo market and 1-1.5 hours of 'monuments' - Cathedral, Quatro Canti, etc. I probably would like a bit more monuments, my wife a bit more market - so probably the right mix! Highly recommended.
After a work trip to Sciacca, I was able to fit in 2 1/2 days of sightseeing in Palermo. Key to getting my bearings, finding my way around Palermo and figuring out where I wanted to spend more time exploring was this walking tour that also included a great selection of Sicilian street food snacks. The Capo Market visit was great, very colorful, and tasty! Our guide Fabrizio is a Palermo native which was nice bonus. We got some Palermo slang vocabulary lessons in addition to the history of the area, and the food. Tips for people considering this tour: plan to arrive hungry, and don't book a meal immediately afterward. This afternoon tour was my lunch. Carry wet hand wipes to help tidy up between stops. Wear comfortable shoes - lots of walking around the historic center area of Palermo. There are a few tops along the way with seats to rest which was a good thing as it got hot/sunny in the afternoon.
Visit to the center of Palermo with Maurizio to guide us. We learned everything that we don't read in tourist guides, in particular we learned to "live" Palermo taking into account its history, its architecture, its merits, and its problems. And a good extra because that very day (April 25th) I was semi-injured, but Maurizio made sure to wait for me given my limited walking.
Traveling tour with Maurizio. Very prepared and patient. He explained everything to us by making historical digressions, but without leaving the Sicilian current affairs of the moment. Highly recommended. We also thank Fabrizio for the advice on other activities that we wanted to explore further. Monica from Bologna
