Palermo Food Tour: 10+ Tastings of Arancini, Cannoli, Wine & More
Description
On our Secret Food Tour: Palermo, you'll explore the best known sights in Palermo as well as some secret hidden gems providing a local's perspective on our food culture. Navigate the maze of historical streets filled with delicious sights and smells as your expert guide leads you through the beautiful chaos of Sicily's markets. Discover the best flavours of Sicily alongside other dishes many visitors would miss as you learn about the city's rich culinary history. From the hundreds of years of nfluence from around the world to how Sicilian food was brought to other countries around the world. By the end of your tour you will have tasted some of Palermo's most delectable dishes and gained a deeper appreciation of our culture and heritage.
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Itinerary
It is the oldest street of the city of Palermo. It was Phoenicians who traced the road that divided the city in two parts and connected the old port to the necropolis that was out Palermo.
The cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Palermo, located in Palermo, Sicily, southern Italy. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
You will taste typical Italian cuisine, which is very popular throughout Italy.
You’ll see some of the oldest places in the entire Europe.
Vucciria market at the beginning was a butchers' area, where meat was cut and sold. In fact, the name Vucciria comes from the French word boucherie, that means butcher's shop. Then they also started to sell fish, fruit and vegetables.
Ballarò is one of the oldest street markets in Palermo, one of the most lively and surely picturesque of Sicily. Its name, Ballarò indeed, recalls its ancient arab origins, as it is Sicily’s outdoor market tradition, which explains their similarity to Arab suqs.
Locally brewed Coffee will give you some energy back and make sure you’re ready for what comes next.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- * Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- * Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- * This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
- In the morning, the meeting spot is in Porta Nuova, Palermo. We meet right in front of the Arch, on the Corso Calatafimi side Google Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/A2GPpdHigUVJLWjB8 In the afternoon, from 2pm, the meeting is in Via Maqueda 172, right in front of the entrance to the Università degli Studi di Palermo Scienze Giuridiche ed Econ Google Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iGrAcShBydCTBNYy9
Reviews(738)
This food tour was exceptional, largely due to Emma's outstanding knowledge and engaging presentation. We highly recommend this experience. Our sincere thanks to Emma.
Thank you for your 5-star review. We appreciate you trusting us with part of your visit and are glad it was time well spent. We'd love to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours!
The Palermo food tour with Emma was absolutely fantastic! I got to try so many dishes I’d never tasted before! it was a wonderful explosion of flavors and textures. I also enjoyed some delicious local wines and beers. Emma was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience so enjoyable. She took me to authentic places where everything is made in the traditional way and explained so many interesting details along the way. She answered all my questions and made me feel comfortable from the start. I had such a great time that the tour flew by. I highly recommend this experience! Grazie :)
It was great having you with us. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
The Palermo food tour with Emma was absolutely fantastic! I got to try so many dishes I’d never tasted before! it was a wonderful explosion of flavors and textures. I also enjoyed some delicious local wines and beers. :) Emma was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience so enjoyable. She took me to authentic places where everything is made in the traditional way and explained so many interesting details along the way. She answered all my questions and made me feel comfortable from the start. I had such a great time that the tour flew by. I highly recommend this experience! 🫶🏻 Grazie
We appreciate you coming along with us. Your kind words are a pleasure to read, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
We had an amazing time on the Palermo food tour with Lorenzo! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about his city and Sicilian food. The tour was a wonderful combination of delicious local specialties, Palermo’s history, and stories about the culture and traditions behind the food. One of the highlights was enjoying the delicious Sicilian pizza and arancini—they were absolutely fantastic! And the cannoli at the end, served in a beautiful 14th-century monastery, was an unforgettable way to finish the tour. It was such a unique setting and made the experience feel even more special. Lorenzo made the tour feel personal and relaxed, and he took us to places we likely never would have discovered on our own. His recommendations were also incredibly helpful for the rest of our stay in Palermo. I highly recommend this tour, especially with Lorenzo. It’s a fantastic way to experience Palermo through its food, history, and culture. Come hungry—you’ll have plenty to enjoy!
It was a pleasure to have you with us. Thank you for taking the time to return and share your experience, as reviews like yours are always appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
This was hands down one of the highlights of our time in Palermo. If you’re considering a food tour, don’t hesitate – this is the one to book. Lorenzo was an exceptional guide: friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and clearly passionate about both Palermo and its incredible food culture. He struck the perfect balance between sharing fascinating history and local insights while keeping the tour relaxed and engaging. The food was outstanding, with a fantastic mix of authentic Sicilian specialities that we would never have discovered on our own. Every stop had a story behind it, and Lorenzo explained not only what we were eating but why it was important to Palermo’s culture and traditions. What really made the experience special was Lorenzo himself. He made everyone feel welcome, answered every question with enthusiasm, and shared plenty of local recommendations that we used for the rest of our stay. It felt less like a guided tour and more like being shown around the city by a knowledgeable local friend. If you want to experience the real Palermo through its food, history, and people, this tour is an absolute must. Thank you, Lorenzo, for such a memorable afternoon—we’ll be recommending you to everyone we know!
We're grateful you chose to join us! It's wonderful to know the tour became such an enjoyable part of your time in the city, and we're glad you took a moment to let us know. We'd love to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours.
Lorenzo was a fantastic guide. Very interesting. Took us off the beaten track and the food was great. I would highly recommend.
We truly appreciate hearing from you. It's rewarding to know the tour became a highlight of your time in the city. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
Amazing food tour with Emma! Great variety and value for money. She also gave us a nice historical background of a lot of the dishes and the area. We had arancina, cannoli, sausage, croquettes, lemonade, pasta, wine, and pizza which were all great.
It was a pleasure to welcome you. We're delighted to know the tour became such an enjoyable part of your time in the city. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again with Secret Food Tours!
Enjoyed a gorgeous few hours in Palermo on our food tour. Emma was so nice and fun interesting and knowledgeable sharing all the local markets and specialties of Palermo. Highly Recommend Emma and this tour to anyone visiting Palermo
Hearing from our guests is always a highlight. Your review is sincerely appreciated, and we're glad you enjoyed your time with us. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again!
Wonderful tour with Emma. She was very knowledgeable and informative.
Your review was a pleasure to receive. Knowing you came away with such positive memories is exactly what we hope for. We look forward to seeing you again with Secret Food Tours!
Lorenzo, our Palermo local guide, made the tour unforgettable with humerous stories, iconic sights, and seriously delicious food at classic spots and the buzzing Ballarò market. We even learned the golden Sicilian rule: in Palermo it’s arancina, in Catania it’s arancino - not to be confused. We finished the tour craving even more Sicilian cuisine and adventures.
We’re pleased you chose to spend part of your time with us. Thank you for sharing your experience. We hope you’ll join Secret Food Tours again!
