Palermo is most famous for its mild climate, beautiful architecture, fun atmosphere, and fascinating culture. The city is very popular for its food, nightlife, beaches, and shopping. Also, it's known for museums and attractions and scuba diving & snorkeling.
Here you'll find everything you need to plan a trip to Palermo. With tickets, tours, things to do, accommodation, transportation, and food ideas, we're here to help you plan the perfect trip.
What Should You Book in Advance in Palermo?
Discover Palermo in 3 hours. Art, history, markets and street…
Palermo: Taste the Tradition on a Food Tour by Do…
Cooking class in a villa with Palermo view
Palermo on a plate: Traditional Food & Wine tour (All-Inclusive)
Do I Need to Book Ahead?
Many top attactions will sell out during high season, so booking ahead is a good idea. It can also save you money and time.
Best Things to Do in Palermo by Category
Must-See Attractions
The Original Palermo Street Food & Market Tour (All-Inclusive!)
Palermo Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Meal & Wine
Palermo Food Tour: 10+ Tastings of Arancini, Cannoli, Wine & More
Palermo Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class With Wine - Cooking Italy
Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food
Small-Group Night Street Food Tour of Palermo (All-Inclusive)
Discover the Charm of Palermo: A 3-Hour UNESCO Sites Walking Tour
Best Free Things to Do
Mondello Beach
Famous for its crystal-clear waters and sandy shores The cost is free.
Monte Pellegrino
Known for its panoramic views and Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia The cost is free.
How much time do I need in Palermo?
Most visitors spend 1-3 days here because of the number of sights and attractions.
Top Museums
Capuchin Abbey and Catacombs
Cost: €5
Kid-friendly
2 hours
Budget Friendly
The Palermo Archaeological Museum
Cost: €7
2 hours
Budget Friendly
On the Water
Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences
Palermo Grand Tour in CruiserCar
Palermo Historic Center Catacombs and Monreale CruiserCar Tour
Exclusive Boat Tour on the Palermo Coast Baia Mondello
Food & Wine
Palermo Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better
Palermo Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Meal & Wine
Palermo Food Tour: 10+ Tastings of Arancini, Cannoli, Wine & More
Palermo Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class With Wine - Cooking Italy
Small-Group Night Street Food Tour of Palermo (All-Inclusive)
Walking Tour and street food Tour Palermo / History and Food
Palermo Sicilian Cooking Class with Market Tour or Pasta & Gelato
Palermo: Taste the Tradition on a Food Tour by Do Eat Better
Palermo Sicilian Cooking Class with a Well-known Italian Chef
Best For Kids
Capuchin Abbey and Catacombs
Cost: €5
Kid-friendly
2 hours
Budget Friendly
The Palatine Chapel
Cost: €19
Kid-friendly
Romantic
2 hours
Budget Friendly
Mondello Beach
Free
Kid-friendly
Romantic
4 hours
Budget Friendly
The Norman Palace
Cost: €19
Kid-friendly
Romantic
2 hours
Budget Friendly
For Couples
The Palatine Chapel
Cost: €19
Kid-friendly
Romantic
2 hours
Budget Friendly
The Cathedral of Palermo
Cost: €15
Romantic
2 hours
Budget Friendly
Mondello Beach
Free
Kid-friendly
Romantic
4 hours
Budget Friendly
The Norman Palace
Cost: €19
Kid-friendly
Romantic
2 hours
Budget Friendly
The Botanical Gardens of Palermo
Cost: €7
Romantic
1 hour
Budget Friendly
Massimo Theater
Cost: €12
Romantic
2 hours
Budget Friendly
Monte Pellegrino
Free
Romantic
6 hours
Budget Friendly
Palermo on a plate: Traditional Food & Wine tour (All-Inclusive)
Outdoors
Capuchin Abbey and Catacombs
Cost: €5
Kid-friendly
2 hours
Budget Friendly
The Palatine Chapel
Cost: €19
Kid-friendly
Romantic
2 hours
Budget Friendly
Mondello Beach
Free
Kid-friendly
Romantic
4 hours
Budget Friendly
The Norman Palace
Cost: €19
Kid-friendly
Romantic
2 hours
Budget Friendly
The Botanical Gardens of Palermo
Cost: €7
Romantic
1 hour
Budget Friendly
Monte Pellegrino
Free
Romantic
6 hours
Budget Friendly
Recommended Tours & Tickets
The Original Palermo Street Food & Market Tour (All-Inclusive!)
Palermo Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat…
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in…
Palermo Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Meal & Wine
Palermo Food Tour: 10+ Tastings of Arancini, Cannoli, Wine &…
Palermo Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class With Wine - Cooking…
Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food
Small-Group Night Street Food Tour of Palermo (All-Inclusive)
Day Trips to Explore Further
Agrigento : Valley of the Temples Day Trip from Palermo
Transportation
Palermo Airport transfers to/from Palermo city center (One-way)
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