Cinisi attractions

With this bus service, you can easily travel between Palermo Airport and the heart of the city. On board, you'll find spacious, comfortable seating, air-conditioning and plenty of room to store your luggage. You can relax and take in the scenery from the windows as you travel or make use of the on-board WiFi to catch up with your loved ones.

This ticket will give you access to the Palazzo Conte Federico with its various rooms and the Arab-Norman tower. In this prestigious building in the center of Palermo, you will be able to admire the different halls of the noble floor decorated with furniture and paintings from several periods, as well as a series of frescoes, weapons and ancient ceramics.

On this informative tour, you’ll walk through the streets of Palermo with an anti-Mafia organization, learning about the movement against organized crime. You’ll pass landmarks connected to the Italian Mafia like the Teatro Massimo opera house which featured in The Godfather III, Palermo’s City Hall and the Piazza della Memoria, dedicated to judges and prosecutors murdered by the Mafia. Your guide will tell you about the history of the Cosa Nostra and the civilian uprising against organized crime in Sicily.

Sail from Palermo along the city’s coastal stretch on a relaxing yacht cruise that showcases the shoreline from the sea. As you move along the water, you’ll enjoy panoramic views and make a stop in the clear waters of Mondello Bay, where you can snorkel and swim amid bright, transparent sea. Along the way you’ll visit the unspoiled Vergine Maria Beach, a quiet spot for photos and a peaceful swim in nature. The trip finishes at the atmospheric Grotta Regina, where you’ll be able to explore the cave, savour a Sicilian aperitif and wine on board, and snorkel once more in what is described as the most scenic spot of the tour. The experience combines sea, local culture and taste, and is suitable for couples, families and friends.

During this experience, you'll have the opportunity to prepare two staples of Italian cuisine – pizza and gelato. Alongside a professional pizza chef, you'll learn how to make and prepare the dough, add sauce and toppings for a traditional Neapolitan pizza and slice the pie. While the pizza rests, adults be invited to participate in a wine tasting as the group learns about the history of Italian ice cream as well as how to make Italian gelato and cones. You'll also be able to watch as the chef prepares Sfincione Palermitano – a thick style of Sicilian pizza hailing from Palermo. When the meal is ready, you'll be allowed to eat the pizza and gelato you created.

You will explore the historic centre of Palermo with a native guide, in Italian only. As you move through alleys, Renaissance squares and Arab markets, you will see scenic baroque churches and decadent aristocratic palaces that shape the city’s character. Along the way you will enter the ancient Cape market and, if you wish, may taste some of Palermo’s street food. You will visit the Cathedral of Palermo and hear about the events tied to Teatro Massimo, a symbol of the Belle Époque and the Florio family. Your guide will recount the adventures of the mysterious sect of the Beati Paoli, the miracles of Santuzza and the terrible murder of the Baroness of Carini. You will admire the Fontana Pretoria while your guide explains why locals call it the Fountain of Shame. Finally, you will be told where to eat the best cannoli and where to drink what many call the best coffee in the world.

On this tour, you'll get the opportunity to take in the sights of Palermo from the comfort of an open-top bus. As the vehicle makes its way around Sicily's capital city, you'll have a chance to see important landmarks such as Teatro Massimo, Quattro Canti, Vucciria Market, Villa Malfitano and Zisa Palace. Your hop-on, hop-off ticket will allow you to board and disembark the bus as many times as you'd like, so you can spend more time at the places you choose.

Palermo is a city of rich history and culture, with eight UNESCO sites to its name. On this intimate small-group tour you will explore some of the city’s most striking Baroque and Normann‑Arabic architecture and sample local cuisine along the way. You will walk through Piazza Pretoria, often called the Square of Shame, and see its grand marble fountain with the distinctive nude statues. Nearby stands the 14th-century Praetorian Palace, which houses the Town Hall and is open to the public. You will visit the Royal Palace, now the Regional Parliament, and see the Palatine Chapel with its famous golden mosaics. The tour also includes iconic churches such as the Martorana, often praised as the “most beautiful monument in the world”, and the Cathedral of Palermo, which reflects a mix of styles from the city’s layered past. Along the route you will pause at a local shop to enjoy a Sicilian cannolo, adding a taste of Palermo to the cultural sights. This experience combines architecture, history and local flavour in a relaxed small-group setting.

From San Vito lo Capo you'll head along western Sicily’s coast between the Gypsy Reserve and the Scopello stacks. The boat is designed for small groups (maximum 12–13 people) so you'll have space, privacy and freedom of movement. There are shaded sofas where you can relax and a solarium area if you prefer to sunbathe. Along the way you'll pass the coves of the Gypsy Reserve and be shown sea caves that you can reach by boat. The trip includes two bathing stops in crystal-clear water for swimming and snorkelling. The final stop is at the Faraglioni di Scopello, in front of the former tuna trap that is a symbol of the Trapani coast, where you can take a last swim while an aperitif of typical local products is served, accompanied by water and wine. The excursion ends with a return to San Vito lo Capo.

On a relaxed street-food walk around Palermo you'll explore the colours and flavours of the Capo and Vucciria markets and wander their nearby backstreets, where everyday Palermitan life is most evident. Along the way you'll pass landmarks such as Teatro Massimo and Piazza San Domenico, and your local guide will share stories and context about the food and neighbourhood as you move through the area. You will taste a selection of daily street foods, typically including arancine (stuffed rice balls) and panelle (chickpea fritters), plus a glass of local wine and a seasonal dessert (cannoli or ice cream). The tour also includes more challenging local samples such as the renowned pani ca' meusa (veal offal sandwich). Group size is limited to 10 participants, allowing open interaction with your guide, the market vendors and the other travellers. Note: the markets are closed in the evening.

With this app-led tour, you can explore Palermo at your own pace. With an audio guide on your device, you can listen to all the information related to the highlights which you see. The audio guide will give you information and facts about the ancient streets, alleys and iconic monuments, as you go around discovering the city. You can use the audio guide as many time as you wish to as there is no expiry date to it. The app also has a quiz section, where you can play the quiz and attempt short questions related to the city.

This three-hour guided bike tour takes you through Palermo’s historic center and along its waterfront, combining cycling with a taste of local street food. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, the route offers a broad overview of the city’s architectural and cultural layers. Starting near Piazza Bellini and Piazza Pretoria, you’ll pass landmarks shaped by Arab, Norman, Byzantine and Spanish influences. The ride continues along the Cassaro, with views of San Francesco church, Piazza Marina and the ancient Ficus tree, as well as the Spasimo church and palaces linked to the Spanish Inquisition. The tour also includes a stretch along the seafront cycle path, overlooking the harbor and the port of Cala. The experience ends with a stop to sample regional street food, rounding off the tour with local flavors.

On this tour, you will explore the popular destinations in western Sicily and learn about its ancient history. From the meeting point in Palermo, your driver and tour escort will take you on a scenic drive to Erice. Here, you'll have the chance to see Venus Castle, build on top of the ancient Temple of Venus. You can also explore the town's historic center, where you can admire panoramic views of Trapani from a Medieval castle. From Erice, you will drive through the salt pans of Trapani, and see the ancient tradition of harvesting salt from the sea. The next stop will be Segesta, a city founded by the Elymians, one of the indigenous peoples of Sicily. Here, you'll have the chance to see the renowned Doric temple on a hilltop built by an Athenian architect in 420 BC.

In Palermo, you'll join a social pub crawl that aims to be relaxed and friendly. The group meets at Finch Lounge and then moves together through five local bars. Along the way you'll meet locals and other travellers. Venues may include bars with DJs, live music or more chilled atmospheres, and the mood will shape how long you stay at each stop. The crawl includes a free shot at each bar, and the walks between venues are short — no more than a ten-minute stroll. Bring a positive attitude and an open mind to make new connections and enjoy a varied night out around Palermo’s nightlife.

On this exclusive boat tour along the Palermo coastline, you'll enjoy an intimate voyage limited to just seven guests. The small group size and careful attention to detail will create a relaxed, personal atmosphere. This makes it easier to focus on the sea and the scenery without the bustle of larger tours. As you move along the coast you'll see hidden gems and stretches of crystal-clear water, and you’ll experience Palermo from an exclusive perspective on the water. Along the way you’ll be offered an onboard aperitif featuring authentic local flavours, a simple taste of the region as the shoreline passes by. The overall pace is gentle, so you can savour the views and the maritime moments. The tour is designed to highlight quieter coastal scenes and provide a personalised, calm way to enjoy the sea.