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On our Secret Food Tour: Palermo, you'll explore the best known sights in Palermo as well as some secret hidden gems providing a local's perspective on our food culture. Navigate the maze of historical streets filled with delicious sights and smells as your expert guide leads you through the beautiful chaos of Sicily's markets.
Discover the best flavours of Sicily alongside other dishes many visitors would miss as you learn about the city's rich culinary history. From the hundreds of years of nfluence from around the world to how Sicilian food was brought to other countries
around the world.
By the end of your tour you will have tasted some of Palermo's most delectable dishes and gained a deeper appreciation of our culture and heritage.
As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In the morning time the meeting spot is in Porta Nuova, Palermo. We meet right in front of the Arch, on the Corso Calatafimi side. In the afternoon tours from 5pm is in Via Maqueda 172, right in front of the entrance to the Università degli Studi di Palermo Scienze Giuridiche ed Economico-sociali
Our tour will end at Piazza Bellini.
Itinerary
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It is the oldest street of the city of Palermo. It was Phoenicians who traced the road that divided the city in two parts and connected the old port to the necropolis that was out Palermo.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Palermo, located in Palermo, Sicily, southern Italy. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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You will savor the authentic flavors of traditional Italian cuisine, renowned for its rich variety and beloved by locals across the entire country. Each dish reflects the heart of Italian culinary traditions, offering a true taste of Italy's vibrant culture and heritage.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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You will have the opportunity to visit and explore some of the most ancient places and landmarks in all of Europe, places rich in history and culture, dating back centuries or even millennia. These locations offer a unique glimpse into the continent's deep and fascinating past.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Vucciria market at the beginning was a butchers' area, where meat was cut and sold. In fact, the name Vucciria comes from the French word boucherie, that means butcher's shop. Then they also started to sell fish, fruit and vegetables.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Ballarò is one of the oldest street markets in Palermo, one of the most lively and surely picturesque of Sicily. Its name, Ballarò indeed, recalls its ancient arab origins, as it is Sicily’s outdoor market tradition, which explains their similarity to Arab suqs.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Enjoy a cup of locally brewed coffee, crafted from fresh, high-quality beans, which will not only revive your energy but also provide a rich, authentic taste of the region. The aromatic coffee will help you recharge and ensure you're fully prepared for the exciting adventures that lie ahead.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- WE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE VEGAN, VEGETARIAN OR GLUTEN-FREE DIETS
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- WE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE VEGAN, VEGETARIAN OR GLUTEN-FREE DIETS
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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