Palermo is a fascinating city, boasting many cultural and historical treasures, including eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. By choosing this small group tour, guests will have the opportunity to admire the best attractions, with a tasty local break! This three-hour small group tour will take guests to the must-see spots of the city center, crossing the Baroque and Arab-Norman style architecture, including attractions such as the Piazza Pretoria (Praetorian Square), called by the locals Square of Shame. The huge marble fountain guests can admire in this square is amazing, and it is also the reason for the square's name, due to the nudity of its statues. The Praetorian Palace is also in this plaza, and it hosts the Town Hall, so guests might be able to spot the mayor of Palermo! This impressive building was built in the 14th century, and it was renovated in the 19th century. Guests' cultural and historical experience will be enriched by admiring the Royal Palace, which now hosts the Regional Parliament of Sicily, also known as Palazzo dei Normanni. After the Normans conquered Sicily in 1072, the palace was the main residence of the kings. In 1132, King Roger II added the magnificent Palatine Chapel, which is decorated with unique golden mosaics. When visiting Palermo, travelers cannot ignore its religious significance, so a few others will be part of guests' small group itinerary. From here, guests will have the opportunity to admire the outside the Martorana Church, famous around the world for its beauty and majestic appearance. In fact, an Arabic traveler who visited the Martorana in 1184 called this Christian church "the most beautiful monument in the world." One more unmissable stop will be the visit inside the Cathedral of Palermo, a brilliant and unique example of the stratification of architectural styles, from Arabic to Norman to the Christian renovations. If guests are wondering if this walking tour will make them hungry, don't worry...there will definitely be a stop to try a tasty Sicilian cannolo or granita!
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.
Duration:
Approximately 3 hours
Meeting point:
Towns of Italy Tourist Hub and Cooking School, Palermo, Via Volturno, 44 , 90138 Palermo
Ending point:
Same as meeting point
Departure Time:
9:00am
Not Included:
Transportation to/from hotel, gratuities.
Additional Information:
Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accomodate them.
Maximum number of participants: 16
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