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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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(710)
A wonderful and fun exposure to the food and general sites of Palermo! EMMA WAS FANTASTIC!!!
Emma was knowledgeable and energetic. The food tour makes it easier to find the good restaurants and try local cuisine without having to out much effort into it. And a great way to meet other travellers. Highly recommend. .
Lorenzo is amazing. He was great with our two young daughters. And the food was amazing. Definitely a must book
We're so glad you took the time to share your experience. Knowing that you enjoyed it from start to finish is exactly what we hope for. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
Lorenzo was amazing, very knowledgable and a pleasure to tour with
What a pleasure it was to read your review! It's wonderful to know that everything came together so well for you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.
Lorenzo did a great job explaining the food and its history also gave a great tour of the neighborhoods
It's great to hear that you had such a good time with us. Knowing the journey delivered on what you were hoping for is always nice to hear. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again soon!
Amazing Experience! Emma was very a knowledgeable, friendly and inviting tour guide The food was authentic and delicious and very filling. This made our day in Palermo very memorable!
We're pleased to hear your day with us was such a positive one. It's always good to know when guests leave with plenty of great memories. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
Emma was amazing! The tour was delicious, fun and full of interesting facts and stories. Do NOT eat loads before this is a proper food tour you will be fed well!
It's great hearing how much you enjoyed your time with us. We're pleased that the day delivered exactly what you were hoping for. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
Very experienced guide. Knowledgeable of area. Spoke English very well. Emma (I hope I have her name right) did a wonderful job. Would recommend her to any of my family and friends visiting Paler.o.
Thank you for your review! Hearing that your day with us was time well spent means a lot to our team. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again in the future.
We really enjoyed the food tour. Lorenzo was great. Learned a lot about the history of Palermo as well. Recommend!
Hearing from guests after they've joined us is one of the best parts of the job. It's good to know your time with us was well spent. We hope you'll travel with Secret Food Tours again in the future!
Very interesting and delicious walk through the small streets of Palermo.
Your feedback gave our team a real boost. It's great to know that the day delivered on what you were hoping for. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
