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Palermo Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with a Local Guide

Location Sicily, Italy
$129.37
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

This walking tour offers a truly local take on Palermo—far beyond the postcard highlights. With your host, you’ll explore tucked-away markets, rooftop views, artisan bakeries, and neighborhoods pulsing with life. Whether you're tasting arancini, discussing Sicilian history, or admiring street art in a quiet alley, this is your chance to explore like a local—not a tourist.

After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests and travel style. Based on your answers, you’ll be matched with a like-minded host who will contact you directly to suggest a personalized itinerary. You’ll agree on a meeting time and place, and your route can adapt throughout the day based on what captures your interest.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

2 hours Palermo Walking Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
  • Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
  • Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
  • Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations.
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
  • Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions

Meeting point
This is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed.
Return details
This is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed.

  • See Palermo through the eyes of someone who lives and loves it—wandering intricate alleyways, vibrant souks, and sun-drenched piazzas. This isn’t just a tour; it’s a flexible, personalized experience shaped entirely around you. Before your walk, your host will reach out with a short questionnaire to understand your interests—whether you’re drawn to street food, architecture, ancient history, or hidden corners. Here are some stops you might explore: (pass by)
  • Stand at the crossroads of Palermo’s historic districts in this iconic Baroque intersection. Surrounded by curved facades and symbolic sculptures, it’s the perfect place to begin exploring how art, politics, and neighborhood identity shape the city. (pass by)
  • Admire the theatrical “Fountain of Shame,” where marble figures twist in bold, expressive poses. Your host will reveal how this once-scandalous fountain became beloved, reflecting Palermo’s evolving sense of beauty and rebellion. (pass by)
  • Step inside this dazzling church where gold-leaf mosaics shimmer beneath domed ceilings. Blending Byzantine, Arab, and Norman influences, La Martorana offers a vivid glimpse into Palermo’s layered history of rulers, faiths, and aesthetics. (pass by)
  • Let your senses lead you through Palermo’s most energetic street market. From sizzling arancini to Sicilian slang echoing through the stalls, Ballarò pulses with the sounds, smells, and stories of daily life. (pass by)
  • Wander beneath towering ficus trees along winding paths. Once a stage for public executions, this leafy retreat now whispers history in the shadows of its peaceful corners. (pass by)
  • Tucked into a tranquil square, this 13th-century Gothic basilica offers a moment of calm. Step inside its quiet interior, where soft light and ancient stone invite reflection and connection. (pass by)

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
  • This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
  • Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Palermo Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with a Local Guide

    Location Sicily, Italy
    $129.37
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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