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+34 648 000 033- Price from€306
- Duration3 h 30 min
- Group sizePrivate tour
- Guide languagesEnglish
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Overview
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
Classic Arancina | Sicilian olives, Cheese and Charcuterie
Palermitan Spiced Sausage (not spicy) | Local Mix of Vegetables
Coffee | A Glass of White Wine | A shot of Zibibbo Sweet Wine
Pasta alla Norma | Real Cannoli
Our Signature Secret Dish!
Panelle and Crocché (locals' favourite)
Not included
- Transportation
- Gratuities
What you will do
- Stop 1
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 min
- Stop 2
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 min
- Stop 3
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 min
- Stop 4
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 min
- Stop 5
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 min
- Stop 6
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 min
- Stop 7
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 min
Meeting point
End point: The tour ends close to Piazza Pretoria.
Important information
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.
In the morning, the meeting spot is in Porta Nuova, Palermo. We meet right in front of the Arch, on the Corso Calatafimi side Google Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/A2GPpdHigUVJLWjB8 In the afternoon, from 2pm, the meeting is in Via Maqueda 172, right in front of the entrance to the Università degli Studi di Palermo Scienze Giuridiche ed Econ Google Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iGrAcShBydCTBNYy9
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.








