PALERMO HIGHLIGHTS
Meet the guide or the driver (transfer from Villa Igiea) and enjoy the best walking tour in Palermo.
The must-see attractions of this tour are: The Palace of the Normans or the Royal Palace, The Cathedral The Palace of the Normans is located in the highest place of the ancient city, transformed by the Normans from their first settlement into a managerial and residential center, therefore a symbol of the power of the monarchy. The Norman palace’s jewel is the Palatine chapel, a masterpiece of Arab-Norman-Byzantine style.
The most impressive thing in the Palatine chapel are the magnificent golden mosaics, decorating both walls and ceiling. Some of them even represent human figures, which wasn’t common at the time.
Not far from the Royal palace you will find the Palermo 2nd must-see monument: its Cathedral. It has a unique architecture, a true melting pot of styles. You can visit the crypt and see the tombs of kings and queens, including the tomb of King Roger II.
The last stop will be the Church of Santa Maria dell’Ammiraglio. characterized by the multiplicity of styles that meet, because, with the succession of centuries, it was enriched by various other tastes in art, architecture and culture. Today, it is, in fact, as a church-historical monument, the result of multiple transformations, also subject to protection.
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PRICING PER PERSON:
€ 145 based on 2 people
€ 90 based on 4 people
€ 70 based on 2 people
WITH TRANSFER FROM VILLA IGIEA
€ 205 based on 2 people
€ 135 based on 4 people
€ 100 based on 6 people
INCLUSIONS:
- Local English-speaking guide for 3 hours
- Royal Palace and Palatine chapel entrance fees
- Private transfer by Mercedes luxury sedan or minivan and English-speaking driver from Villa Igea to Palermo city center
Notes: Private transfer with English-speaking driver – drivers are not allowed to do guiding of historical sites or museums. Executive Sedan Mercedes E Class is included from 1 to 3 pax. Luxury Minivan Mercedes V Class is included from 4 to 7 pax. Luxury Sedan Mercedes Class S is available on request for 1 to 3 pax and subject to supplement.
