Private tour in Palermo Claudia P

Fall in Love with Palermo - Half Day City Tour

4.9

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Hours icon 3 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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Claudia P.

4.9

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Do you want to fall in love with Palermo? Once upon a time, I found my Sicilian Prince and he decided to never let me go. I'm a German who fell in love with Palermo and Sicily more than 25 years ago and have made a life I love here. I learned to love the Sicilian way of life with the "Mamma" as the boss of the entire family. My husband has 5 brothers and one sister. I have two grown children, and they have 17 first cousins! As time went by, I fell more in love with the unique city of Palermo and its history. From one square to another, you seem to be in another city and in another century. I had studied the History of Art in Germany, so I decided to become a licensed and authorized guide for Palermo and Western Sicily. I have been giving tours of Palermo's unique sights for 16 years. Palermo is the capital city of our sunny island. 3000 years ago people knew that who owns Sicily owns the whole world. Many different civilizations contributed food, language, and architecture. The Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Germans, French, Spanish, Austrians, English, and Bourbons ruled here. Now you can find out why they all desired this special place. Only the city of Palermo offers you such a variety of different influences as well as our two unique world heritage styles: the extraordinary Arabian-Norman style and the impressive Sicilian Baroque. In Palermo and it province, you can admire the splendors build under the Norman kings in the 12th century, as well as gorgeous gardens and the best food of today. • Do you know how we eat ice cream here? • Where the most beautiful church in the world is? • Where and when the 1st parliament was convened? • Where the 1st open-road endurance sports car race in the world started? • Where you can see the most beautiful mummy in the world? • Have you ever visited a marzipan church? I will answer all these questions. Allow yourself to be amazed. If you want a more casual experience, we have the best street food, wines, and beautiful beaches. Today Palermo is an exciting and vibrant city. Just give me the opportunity to show you the beautiful Palermo of today and the Palermo of history. I'm flexible to tailor the tour to your interests. Why not consider a three-wheeled car (about the size of a golf cart) or bike excursion as part of the tour? I am also available for shore excursions. What dreams do you have about Sicily and Palermo? They will always be exceeded. Now, are you ready for this love story? Let's start. I'm a licensed guide since 2001 I always attend professional advanced trainings. I received from the authority of the province of Palermo a Quality Certification in 2005

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Overview of your Palermo tour

What are your dreams of Palermo? Are you interested in history, architecture, culture, food, gardens, or politics? Whatever your interests are, this is the right tour, especially if your time is short in Palermo. You'll be amazed how much you can discover about Palermo and the Sicilian way of life with me. On this tour, you'll see the must-see sights: walking through an authentic historic food market, passing the Jewish quarter, and reaching the historic Spanish center of Palermo. You will learn not only about art, architecture, and history, but also my personal experiences. You will not just see the sights, but understand the every day life of the Sicilian people. My guests love this tour, they are always surprised and astonished about the beauty and wide variety of Palermo.

Recent Reviews

Andy B.United Kingdom
June 2026

Sylvia stepped in at short notice and was just brilliant. If you are looking for a guide to explain Sicily’s history and culture in a really accessible way, and with perfect English, Sylvia is the one.

Jennifer G.Australia
May 2026

We had a wonderful tour of Palermo with Claudia, who brought the city’s extraordinary history and character to life. Her knowledge gave us a rich historical overview that connected Palermo’s layers of Arab, Norman, Spanish and Sicilian influences in a way that was fascinating and easy to follow. Claudia guided us through some of the true treasures of Palermo — magnificent churches, hidden corners, bustling streets and beautiful piazzas — with warmth and enthusiasm and humour We finished the tour with a far deeper appreciation of Palermo’s beauty, complexity and spirit. Highly recommended for anyone wanting an unforgettable introduction to this remarkable city.

Maria N.United States
April 2026

Claudia was great! My family (our children are in their 20s) really enjoyed her tour of Palermo. She took us to the best sites and was very efficient with our time. She was very knowledgeable and tailored her tour according to our questions of the historical origins of the city all the way to discussing current times. We would definitely recommend her to give you a tour that will make you fall in love with the city and want to come back!

Joseph F.United States
April 2026

Claudia was a great guide for me and my wife! Very knowledgeable and passionately about Palermo and Sicily!

Nigel H.United States
April 2026

Claudia was first rate. She guided us through both the history and culture of Palermo from ancient times to the present day. So many wow moments - in particular the archive! And she recommended a great restaurant for lunch…

Ignacio T.Mexico
December 2025

We had a very good experience during our tour in Palermo, Claudia showed us all the interesting places and took us to certain special parts of the city where not all the tourists go. We were able to understand the local culture and food.

Your Palermo tour itinerary

We will visit: - Cappella Palatina - Cathedral - Quattro canti - Senate square - Casa Professa - Historical food market On Sundays and on holidays the Cappella Palatina is open only till 1 pm. But I can show you something else instead. This tour is available for individuals and groups. Please request a price quotation.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

It's a walking tour, but if necessary, you can also use a taxi.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Entrance fee at the Royal Palace and Gesuit Church
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Meeting location

1 Piazza del Parlamento, Palermo, Sicilia, 90129, Italy

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  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
312433
Languages
Italian
German
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

4.9

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Who is this private tour in Palermo best suited for?

This private tour in Palermo is perfect for first-time visitors who want to explore the highlights of the city. It's also ideal for those interested in history, architecture, culture, food, gardens, or politics. With Claudia P. as your guide, you'll gain insights into the Sicilian way of life and discover the beauty and variety of Palermo.

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Hours icon 3 hours 30 minutes
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