Things to do in Palermo

Top Things to Do in Palermo

Things to Do in Palermo


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Top Attractions in Palermo

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  • Angelo Z
    Evant, TX300 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The cathedral is an impressive and impossing blend of Arab, Norman,Gothic and Baroque. The inside shares some of the same influences, there is much to see. There are different chapels, crypts and what’s called the treasury. You can also go on the roof but it’s very narrow. The park outside is a great place to people watch.
    Written 1 January 2024
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  • Jon L
    Olathe, KS261 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Gorgeous palace dating back to the 1100s, containing the Capella Palatina from 1132. The chapel was built in Norman/Byzantine/Arab style and is quite beautiful. The gardens outside are amazing, too.
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • TomasoVernon_B_C_
    Vernon, Canada170 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had such a fun tour with our Guide who spoke English very well and then switched to French for a young French couple. So many fun facts about the Opera House that were both interesting and fun to know. Highly recommend !
    Written 20 February 2024
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  • Angelo Z
    Evant, TX300 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful church with a rich history. It’s a UNESCO world heritage site. One of the few church’s anywhere where both Greek Orthodox and Roman Catholic services and rites can be held. The cost is only €2 and well worth a visit.
    Written 2 January 2024
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  • Cynicoren
    Beersheba, Israel2,582 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hundreds of skeletons are displayed, some in better, so in worse condition.
    Most of them are dressed up according to their time, so it's interesting from that perspective, as there are dead from all walks of life.
    Obviously, makes you think about your own mortality and life.
    Taking pictures is not allowed.
    The site is off the beaten path, so you have to take a bus (15-20 minutes drive from the city center), and walk in a strange route to get there.
    Written 17 December 2023
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  • Ros0604
    London, UK291 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was a fascinating visit - really interesting history and building, filled with lovely things. Excellent tour. Wonderful that it is still a home, lived in and loved. Highly recommend this visit. Allow time to find it - fairly neat the cathedral but in the backstreets
    Written 23 September 2023
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  • NataliaD D
    Cambridge, UK296 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing church, 100% worth a visit. Very unusual and beautiful decorations, takes your breath away. Only 2 euro per ticket / or 6 euro including a small but lovely museum. A must visit in Palermo!
    Written 15 March 2024
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  • Angelo Z
    Evant, TX300 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The fountain and historic plaza make for a good read before going and in my opinion are a must see. The fountain has many statues made from the famous white marble.
    Imported from Florence. The fountain was very controversial in its day.
    Was called the Fountain of Shame.
    Written 2 January 2024
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  • Angelo Z
    Evant, TX300 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is what’s considered the center of old Palermo. The 4 corners are interesting to see each has a different season and story depicted with statues and water fountains. It’s at the intersection of 2 major streets that you will want to stroll down. Musicians usually playing.
    Written 2 January 2024
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  • SaleDamc
    Sale, UK453 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Loud, noisy and busy but that it part of the attraction. Plenty of stalls selling fresh fish, fruit and vegetables with enthusiastic vendors crying out, across the market, inviting you to sample their produce. There were many locals shopping there, which is a sign of how good it is and I have to say that walking through, some of the smells coming from the stalls was very enticing, and although I did not stop to eat, there were plenty of people who seemed to be enjoying their food, very much.
    Written 29 October 2023
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  • Cynicoren
    Beersheba, Israel2,582 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We came from Palermo for a 2-3 hours without booking a Lido (a spot in a private beach), Friday at 16:00. We were 2, so we bathed 1 by 1, saw other couples go together to the sea - I guess they felt safe enough.
    The beach outside the Lido's is a small strip of sand (can be seen in the pictures) that was crowded especially by locals, but not too crowded.
    The sea was extremely quiet, as a sea "hater" I did enjoyed my visit.
    Remember that the downside of visiting the beach without a Lido spot - no showers or restrooms nearby.
    Written 3 December 2023
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  • Cynicoren
    Beersheba, Israel2,582 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Piazza and the water fountain could be known around the world if the city would invest in this area. Located in the historical city center, surrounded by buildings and churches that really need painting and renovations, you can find in its center a beautiful water fountain that ,sadly, doesn't work.
    Written 15 November 2023
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