Book Palermo Tours | Guided Tours, Combo Tours, Walking Tours In Palermo

Explore Palermo from Cathedral to Teatro Massimo on two bus routes in just one day.

• Hop on a 24-hour bus tour and unlock Palermo’s stunning palaces, art museums, and more! Jump off and back on as you want – it’s unlimited.
• Create your dream itinerary with two routes and 15 stops. With buses arriving every 30-60 mins, you’ve got total freedom to explore at your own pace.
• Soak up Palermo’s views from an open-top double-decker, enjoy free Wi-Fi, and tune into the audio guide in eight languages. Comfort and city sights all in one.
• Don't miss Zisa Castle, the Cathedral of Monreale, and Mondello beach – iconic stops along your tour that will leave you in awe.

Inclusions

• 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
• Access to Red & Blue lines
• Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, Japanese, French, German, Russian & Portuguese
• Free Wi-Fi & assistance on board
• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Red Line

• First bus: 10am from Politeamo Theatre
• Last bus: 4pm from Politeamo Theatre
• Frequency: Every 30 mins
• Popular stops: Palermo Botanical Garden, Teatro Massimo, New Gate

Blue Line

• First bus: 12pm from Politeamo Theatre
• Last bus: 4pm from Politeamo Theatre
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: English Garden, Zisa Castle, Villa Malfitano

• The buses are wheelchair accessible (only if they are equipped with a footboard and space for wheelchair).
• Small and medium sized pets welcome onboard if they are put on a leash, muzzle or inside a carrier.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Grab this affordable combo ticket to gain skip-the-line entry to the Botanical Gardens and explore the city’s iconic spots with a hop-on hop-off bus pass.
• At the Botanical Gardens – one of the oldest in Italy – immerse yourself in the diverse beauty of nearly 250,000 plant species and unique outdoor sections.
• There's so much to discover from algae to lichen and fungi, and themed spots with the rarest aquatic and desert species!
• With the hop-on hop-off pass, take in sights like the Royal Palace, Palermo Cathedral, and more with buses arriving every 30 to 60 mins along 2 routes.
• Learn about the city’s rich history with a multilingual audio guide and enjoy panoramic views from the open-top double-decker buses.

Inclusions

Botanical Gardens

• Skip-the-line entry to Orto Botanico Palermo (near stop 3 on Red line)

Palermo HOHO

• 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
• Access to Red & Blue lines
• Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, Japanese, French, German, Russian & Portuguese
• Free Wi-Fi & assistance on board
• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Red Line

• First bus: 10am from Politeamo Theatre
• Last bus: 5pm from Politeamo Theatre
• Frequency: Every 30 mins
• Popular stops: Palermo Botanical Garden, Teatro Massimo, New Gate

Blue Line

• First bus: 12pm from Politeamo Theatre
• Last bus: 5pm from Politeamo Theatre
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: English Garden, Zisa Castle, Villa Malfitano

Botanical Gardens

• Tip: The gardens are a great place to spot a wide range of bird species attracted to the lush vegetation.
• Keep in mind bicycles, roller skates, balls, kites, and frisbees are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!
• Shutterbugs, take note: professional or commercial photography is a no-go inside the venue. Seek permission before you record the place.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Palermo HOHO

• The buses are wheelchair accessible (only if they are equipped with a footboard and space for wheelchair).
• Small and medium sized pets welcome onboard if they are put on a leash, muzzle or inside a carrier.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Step into a world of architectural wonders as you discover Palermo's 8 UNESCO sites with an expert English-speaking guide.
• Witness the grandeur of some of the best-preserved monuments from medieval times within the convenience of a small group.
• Discover why the beautiful Piazza Pretoria is dubbed the Square of Shame by the locals, and try to spot the mayor at the Town Hall which is open to the public.
• Admire the stunning Royal Palace and learn the history of the monument that now houses the Regional Parliament of Sicily.
• Once you have sated your cultural curiosity, sate your taste buds with a treat of Sicilian cannolo in a typical local shop.

Inclusions

• Small group walking tour
• Licensed English-speaking guide
• Entrance to Cathedral Palermo
• Typical Sicilian cannolo

• Tip: Purchase more tasty Sicilian delicacies at the traditional local shop where you will enjoy the cannolo, make sure you ask your guide for the best recommendations!

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Take to the lively streets of Palermo for an exciting guided excursion with an itinerary loaded with local food samples.
• Learn about Palermo cuisine's history and recipes as you hop from one place to the next, and try different types of samples.
• Your day tour samples include arancina, sfincione, cazzilli fritters, pani ca’ meusa, broscia col gelato, and more.
• Your night tour samples include rascatura croquettes, bruschettas, barbequed meats, panelle chickpea fritters, potato croquettes, and more.
• Experience Palermitan hospitality firsthand as you visit a local inn and sample some additional snacks, paired with beer and wine.

Inclusions

• 2.5 to 3-hour walking tour in Palermo
• Licensed & authorized guide
• Street food tasting: cannolo, panelle, crocchè, arancini, sfincione, caponata & soft drink
• Seasonal dessert
• Beer/wine (optional)
• Food passport
• Visit to Mercato del Capo

Exclusions

• Hotel transfers
• Additional costs

• Tip: Be sure to spot historical landmarks like Opera dei Pupi, traditional puppet theater, Piazza Beati Paoli, the Cathedral, the Quattro Canti, and the Pretoria fountain en route.
• This tour is not wheelchair accessible. It is not recommended for guests with limited mobility.
• Kindly communicate any allergies or intolerances when booking.
• This tour is not suitable for guests who are vegan or allergic to dairy products and celiac.
• Alternative samples are only provided to vegetarians/pescatarians and guests allergic to certain products.
• We strongly recommend travelers wear comfy covered walking shoes, a sunhat and check the forecasts the day before.
• Street foods are snacks, not gourmet cuisine.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• With a knowledgeable guide, explore Palermo's two most famous sights to satisfy your thirst to learn more about history.
• Discover the history of UNESCO World Heritage Site Palazzo Dei Normanni in great detail and its significance in present-day politics.
• Complete your visit by exploring the gardens and Cappella Palatina and take in the elegance and splendor up close.

Inclusions

• Admission to Palazzo Dei Normanni Complex (Palace, Gardens & Capella Palatina)
• Licensed English-speaking guide

• Tip: The best times to visit are from March, through June and October as there are fewer crowds, many festivals, and moderate weather allowing you time to peruse.
• Wheelchairs, prams, and strollers are all allowed on the trip.
• Upon request, a buggy may be made available.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Save big and see more with this combo offering hop-on hop-off tour, and entry to Botanical Gardens and Antonino Salinas Archaeological Museum.
• Enjoy a 24-hour hop-on hop-off tour with unlimited access to 2 routes and 15 stops at must-see spots like English Garden and Zisa Castle.
• Delight in the multilingual audio guide on the open-top double-decker buses arriving every 30 to 60 mins. History lesson and breathtaking views of the city guaranteed.
• Explore Botanical Gardens with skip-the-line access and delve into a world of fascinating plant species and gardens like the Gymnasium and Tieneo Room.
• Discover art from ancient Greece to the late 20th century at Archaeological Museum and marvel at iconic sculptures like the Selinunte Temple metopes.

Inclusions

Palermo HOHO

• 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
• Access to Red & Blue lines
• Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, Japanese, French, German, Russian & Portuguese
• Free Wi-Fi & assistance on board
• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Botanical Gardens

• Skip-the-line entry to Orto Botanico Palermo (near stop 3 on Red line)

Archaeological Museum

• Entry to the Regional Antonino Salinas Archaeological Museum (near stop 6 on Red and Blue lines)

Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Red Line

• First bus: 10am from Politeamo Theatre
• Last bus: 5pm from Politeamo Theatre
• Frequency: Every 30 mins
• Popular stops: Palermo Botanical Garden, Teatro Massimo, New Gate

Blue Line

• First bus: 12pm from Politeamo Theatre
• Last bus: 5pm from Politeamo Theatre
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: English Garden, Zisa Castle, Villa Malfitano

Palermo HOHO

• The buses are wheelchair accessible (only if they are equipped with a footboard and space for wheelchair).
• Small and medium sized pets welcome onboard if they are put on a leash, muzzle or inside a carrier.

Botanical Gardens

• Tip: The gardens are a great place to spot a wide range of bird species attracted to the lush vegetation.
• Keep in mind bicycles, roller skates, balls, kites, and frisbees are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!
• Shutterbugs, take note: professional or commercial photography is a no-go inside the venue. Seek permission before you record the place.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Archaeological Museum

• Tip: Look out for temporary exhibitions or special displays happening on the day of your visit.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.