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Discover the heart of Palermo

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: Italian
Guru: Marta
Quality Verified Registered on February 12, 2019

Ciao a tutti! My name is Marta and I am an authorized local guide. I have a degree in Art History and a big passion for Archeology. Working as a tour guide, I travelled for many years around Italy, and I lived in Rome and Florence too, but more than a decade ago I set foot on this spectacular island and was love at first sight! In this tour you'll know the most important places of Palermo, but also the real city and its people. I hope I can show you Palermo, I am sure you will love it!

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    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Palermo is a wonderful city and we will discover it together. In the morning visit we will find ourselves in front of the Massimo Theater and then enter the Capo market, one of the oldest markets in the city, where we can get to know a little of the street food of Palermo. We will walk along the Maqueda road until we reach the Quattro Canti and from there to the so-called Piazza della Vergogna - we will discover the reason for this curious name - and to the neighboring Piazza Bellini, where the Martorana Church is located, which will leave you with the open mouth. We will finish touring the Cassaro, the oldest street in the city until we reach the Cathedral. While in the afternoon visit, being the market closed, we will reach the Piazza Marina, very close to the city port. Being an official guide, if you wish we can visit the interior of the Cathedral, so keep in mind that as in the rest of Italy, it is necessary to enter the churches in a decent way: it is not possible to access with bare shoulders and with very short pants or dresses (just take a cloth to cover yourself) During our tour we will talk about the history of the city, but also about gastronomy, curiosities and surely you have any questions about the mafia. It is a very pleasant visit, you will surely like it! 
keep in mind that you will not only enjoy a visit with an authorized guide (I dedicate myself professionally to it), a personalized itinerary in small groups, but that In addition we will also have radio microphones so you can comfortably follow the explanations and take pictures without being attached to me. Reservation is essential

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Piazza Verdi, 3, 90138 Palermo PA, Italy
    Piazza Verdi, 3, 90138 Palermo PA, Italy
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    Under the trees in front of the Massimo Theater

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Maximus Theater
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Cape market
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Palermo Cathedral
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Cassaro Alto
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Quattro Canti
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Pretoria Square
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Bellini Square
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Church and Monastery of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Maura 19 Apr 2024
Rome

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Marta è stata una guida eccellente, la pioggia l'ha costretta ad apportare modifiche al tour, ma lei si è saputa destreggiare benissimo. La consiglio assolutamente, ci ha persino suggerito locali in cui mangiare e luoghi da vedere,dispensandoci preziosi consigli
Veronica 15 Apr 2024
Osio Sotto

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Travelled in group - Apr 2024
Marta é una guida molto preparata! Super gentile e disponibile. Abbiamo fatto un bellissimo tour e ci ha fornito anche tantissimi consigli per la nostra permanenza a Palermo.Stra consigliata! ☺️
Silvia 14 Apr 2024

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Marta molto preparata, si vede che ama il suo lavoro e la città Molto disponibile, alla fine il tuor è andato ben oltre le 2.30 h ... Consigliatissimo!
Nadia 14 Apr 2024
Portogruaro

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Marta super guida.
Anna Sara 12 Apr 2024
Burolo

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Professionalita', spigliatezza, gentilezza e grande capacita' di coinvolgimento....Marta e' una guida perfetta che ti fa conoscere al meglio questa meravigliosa citta'!
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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