Things to do in Province of Palermo, Sicily: The Best Tours

March 25, 2022 Sachiko Swiger

The Province of Palermo (Italian: provincia di Palermo; Sicilian: pruvincia di Palermu) was a province in the autonomous region of Sicily, a major island in Southern Italy. Its capital was the city of Palermo. On August 4, 2015, it was replaced by the Metropolitan City of Palermo.
Restaurants in Province of Palermo

1. Sicilian Cheese and Wine Tasting in Palermo

Piazza San Domenico, Piazza S. Domenico, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy Siciliandays
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Come and taste the best wines and Sicilian cheeses, introduced by an expert of wines and typical local products. Meet at the time more convenient for you and then start discovering the wonderful world of Sicilian wines in an historic Palermo's building (built in the XVII century). Accompanied by fantastic cheeses and local products, relax and learn more about the beautiful Isle of Sicily and its typical grapes.

Inclusions: Tasting of 6 Sicilian wines and 6 local cheeses, Tasting of other local products:bread, local specialties, dessert wine and a sicilian typical sweet

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Reviewed By K2527WFjulies

We recently had a private cooking class with Patrizia. She was warm and welcoming from our first meeting in the piazza. She first took us to some shops near her home to buy ingredients for our class. We then cooked with her in her cozy loft and made the most delicious dishes. Patrizia is very knowledgeable and talented on all things wine, food and Sicilian. We definitely feel as if we have made a new friend in Sicily.

2. Palermo Shore Excursion: City Segway Tour

SEGWAY PALERMO, Via Francesco Crispi, 230, 90139 Palermo PA, Italy CSTRents - Palermo Segway PT Authorized Tour
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• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide • See top Palermo attractions including: Politeama, Teatro Massimo, Quattro Canti, Cattedrale, Palazzo dei Normanni, Chiesa della Martorana, Fontana della Vergogna, Piazza Marina, Chiesa di Santa Maria della Catena, Cala. • Hear tales of colorful history from a knowledgeable guide • Enjoy a Segway sightseeing tour that’s suitable for all fitness levels • Small-group tour with a maximum of eight people ensures a personalized experience

Inclusions: Segway tour, 30-minute orientation session, Guide, Use of helmet (optional), Ponchos (in case of rain)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Port pickup and drop-off, Biglietti d'ingresso

Reviewed By barbara b

I enjoy very much. Visit fantastic. Very easy to use and to learn even if I have never been before. For all ages...

3. Palermo Street Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience

Piazzetta delle Dogane, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy Do Eat Better Experience - Palermo Food Tours
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The Do Eat Better Experience food tour is a walking tour around the historical center of the city. The tourist is guided by a Foodie, a local buddy able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant history/curiosities. Do Eat Better Experience tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way of showing Italian culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. This is the reason why we accept small groups only: we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give to each tourist the highest attention possible. Please, note that the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages upon request.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Food tasting, Lunch, Local guide, Dinner, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By DavidKaren23

Booked a Street Food Tour for our first evening in Palermo which turned out to be an excellent evening, extending for nearly four entertaining hours. Impressed with the tour administration which involved WhatsApp messages which provided details of our tour guide and meeting point. Our host was Arianna who an excellent communicator and provided many interesting details of the city and it's history. However the main driver was the food and Arianna took us to five varied and interesting food establishments all with different offerings, tastes and ambiences. Our favourites were Nni Franco u Vastiddaru (which revisited for a lunchtime snack latter in our stay in Palermo) and Antica Focceria San Francesco. Various interesting delicious delicacies were experienced including Pane Con La Milza, Arancina, Sfincione, Cannolo and of course Granita All in all a great tour with an informative guide which literateraly gave a great flavour of the city.

4. Private Palermo street food tour with Chef Fulvio

90133 Palermo, PA, Italy EatWith Sicily
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Taste the culinary gems of Palermo that only a local can find! Enjoy a pleasant walk through the city, going from one tasting of traditional Sicilian foods to another. The tour will last about 3 hours and evening food walk are available upon request. • You'll taste: Arancina Palermitana (fried rice balls stuffed with a meat sauce), Sfincione (the famous pizza in Palermo), Panelle (deep-fried chickpeas), Crocchè or Cazzilli (soft potato bites), Bread with Milza (the sandwich king of street food), and a few other surprises that you'll find along the way! • Wine and beer are included • Stops at historical places of interest • Fulvio is a professional chef • This experience is bookable as a private event only *Eatwith is the world’s largest community for culinary experiences with locals. Enjoy local food and browse dinner parties, cooking classes and more in beautiful homes and exclusive venues.

Inclusions: Food tasting, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Small group tour with a personal guide, Insider tips and recommendations from your local host, The chance to try and buy local specialties, Meet other people from around the world

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By clareo856

I recently had the pleadure of attending one of Fulvio's fabulous lunches here in the heart of Palermo. A glorious day spent exploring the markets for local healthy delicious food. Fulvio knew all the best places to buy the finest cheese. The finest vegetables, meat and wines. Once we had finished af the market we brought all the ingredients back to his welcoming and comfortable home and began cooking lunch. Fulvio is a fantastic guide and cook and under his supervision we prepared a starter of stuffed artichoke filled with garlic and a wonderful local green vegetable similar to spinach. Oil and lemon on top. Delicious. We cooked frittata and ate some perfectly cooked cauliflower. We then prepared a very sicilian pasta dish with cauliflower, raisins and breadcrumbs. Then we ate fish with a chilli garlic and lemon dressing. Divine.. we finished our meal off with tiramisu and some fine italian liquers and coffee. There was an abundance of wine and a delightful group of tourists from berlin, australia and siberia. The day was relaxed and sociable and very enjoyable. We were regaled with tales of sicilian life and Fulvio was the perfect host keeping us entertained and well fed and our wine glasses topped up. Highly recommend this course as a great introduction to sicilian cooking and getting to know a little more about the culture of this amazing city. Thank you Fulvio

5. Palermo Bike Rental

Via Divisi, 26, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy Sicily Cycling
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Rent a bike in Palermo and make the most out of your day in this vibrant city! Our comfortable rental bikes are a great option for first-time visitors to Sicily's capital who want to find their bearings and see all of Palermo's main sights within a few hours. Cycle on the flat roads of the historic city centre or along the seafront, stop at the lively street markets for a gelato or some traditional streetfood (if you're not into spleen sandwich aka pane ca meusa go for the chickpea fritters - pannelle!) and see the impressive Baroque Palazzi pass by while you pedal through the cobbled streets of the car-free centre.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Use of helmet, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Refundable Security Deposit of euro 100

Reviewed By mmbbaltimore

We had the great pleasure of booking a self-guided bike tour of the southeastern portion of Sicily through Ciclabili Siciliane. It isn't easy to find a tour company that suits your personality and your budget, but for us, this was it. Danuta was responsive, patient, and helpful from the start. She customized our itinerary, answered a million questions, and consistently made us feel like we had entrusted our holiday to the right company. That would prove to be true; we enjoyed the routes, the accommodations (a mix of small-to-mid-sized hotels and B&Bs), the restaurant/attraction recommendations, and even, grudgingly, the app. The bikes were super-clean and well-maintained (thank you, Giovanni). They went above and beyond by rescuing a lost item and having it delivered it to our next hotel and indulging our want of a bit more sightseeing time in Siracusa. Our only regret was that we could not have spent more days and visited more of the smaller villages, but the siren song of the Aeolians was too powerful. We wish them great success but hope they forever maintain that personal touch. Grazie mille, Danuta + Giovanni!

6. Private Transfer from Palermo airport to Palermo city or vice versa

Panormus Autoservizi
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Book your private transfer from Palermo airport to any hotel or destination in Palermo city. We take you directly to any hotel or street address in Palermo in one of our cars, minivans or minibuses. What's Included: - NO HIDDEN COST - PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS - FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24 HOURS BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL - MEET & GREET SERVICE (Our driver will wait for you in the arrival hall with a sign with the name of the main passenger) - Take advantage of our best offers and book the transfer from Palermo airport (Punta Raisi) to Palermo city.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, 60 minutes of waiting, Customer service available 24/7 via email, chat or phone , WiFi on board, Child seats (on request)

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Reviewed By ekaterina_molokova

Thanks to our guide Giovanni! He told us so many interesting things about Sicily. The trip was wonderful and unforgettable. I can recommend it to everybody!

7. Transfer Palermo Airport - Cefalù Club Med

Adriana Viaggi
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taxi transfer service upon reservation from Palermo Airport to Cefalù Club Med - Santa Lucia Hotel - Costa Verde Hotel and Campofelice di Roccella Himera Beach Club

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, English language hostess

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Reviewed By E9924IFnataliae

Excellent! 5 stars. Very comfortable journey. Would definitely use again. Arrived on time. Thank you

8. Wonders of Palermo: the new walking tour of Palermo Wonders!

Piazza Verdi, 455, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy Palermo Wonders
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We are three siblings: Mauro, Marcella and Alberto Amato: official local guides, born and raised in Palermo.

Inclusions: We will discover the history, the arts and the hidden corners of the city., Official local guides, born and raised in Palermo

Exclusions: Entrance tickets: 2 euros each

Reviewed By TomLuke123

We took the Wonders of Palermo walking tour through the historic centre of the city. By far the best way to get to know and become familiar with the long history of the city. The tour guide was excellent, who has deep insight into Sicily’s complex historical and contemporary issues. Great unhurried way to explore the city. Highly recommended

9. Sicily Photo Masterclass Photography Workshop

Sicily Photo Masterclass
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Taking place in the idyllic settings of San Giovanni, on the hills between Palermo and Trapani, The Sicily Photo Masterclass is a great opportunity to sharpen your photographic knowledge and abilities, enjoy the beauty of the surroundings and savour the local culture in a magical corner of the Sicilian countryside.

Inclusions: Continental style breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages, Air-conditioned vehicle, Accommodation

Exclusions: Meals outside the Framhouse, Flights, Camera/Computer/Tech, Travel / Equipment / Health / Liability insurance

10. Palazzo Conte Federico

Palazzo Conte Federico, Piazza Conte Federico, 2, 90134 Palermo PA, Italy Palazzo Conte Federico
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Palazzo Conte Federico is one of the oldest historic buildings in the city of Palermo. It is still inhabited by the family, who will accompany you personally on the tour.

Inclusions: Exclusive! Viator is the only way to book in advance and to have your seat secured

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Reviewed By Booklover555

Hands-down the best historical house tour I’ve been on, and I’ve done many! The Palazzo is extraordinarily beautiful and well-maintained. Especially fantastic is the peek of the old painted ceilings. The tour includes both historic details and personal details about the family. My tour guide was the younger son and the older son sold my ticket. Both were very friendly, unassuming, and warm. I really enjoyed the tour. If you are in Sicily, make a trip to Palermo and see the Palazzo!

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