Top Palermo Architecture Tours

An intense tour in two places rich in history and Arab and Norman art such as Cefalù and Monreale. Visiting the two Duomas of extreme beauty and other characteristic Sicilian places. Lunch Included.

Escorted by a private driver, you will embark on a scenic trip that will take you to the hilltop hamlet of Erice and the archeological park of Segesta, two jewels on the western side of the island. In the gorgeous medieval village of Erice a maze of picturesque cobbled streets lined with the famous local pastry shops lead to the 14th-century Chiesa Matrice, preserving valuable marble statues, and the Norman castle with sweeping views over the coast. The visit to Segesta, on the other hand, will be a deep dive into ancient times. The town was founded by descendants of the Trojans and is home to a well preserved Greek temple and theatre dating back to the 5th century BC. A local guide will walk you through the remains to fully breath the fascinating history surrounding this site.

This full-day tour will start in the hilltop village of Monreale, where a local guide will show you the stunning cathedral built by the Normans in the 12th century, as well as the lovely Benedectine cloister with exquisitely carved columns and arches. Inside the cathedral, walls and columns shimmer with stunning mosaics covering a surface of over 6,000 square meters. Then the driver will take you eastwards to Cefalù, a pretty fishing village squeezed between a dramatic mountain peak and a sunny stretch of sand. Here you will have free time to indulge in some shopping and stroll around the colorful streets to explore the top sights, including the 12th-century cathedral decorated with precious mosaics and surrounded by a lovely square lined with palm trees. Not to miss is also the picture-postcard beach overlooked by old fishermen’s houses.

If you are wondering what to see in Monreale and Cefalù, let us guide you to discover the two most important cathedrals of the UNESCO Arab-Norman itinerary in Palermo. Punctuality, efficiency, elegance, experience and professionalism. Available to meet any customer need. Assistance throughout the tour. "Happiness is a JOURNEY, not a destination ... !!!"

Palermo has been a crossroads of cultures and traditions since ancient times and with this tour you will learn about its fascinating history and culture through the most famous monuments, churches and neighborhoods. Palermo’s streets are filled with bustling outdoor markets overflowing with olives and colorful citrus fruits, while artistic delights and historic gems abound at every corner and include Norman palaces, Baroque churches and exquisite chapels. Your guide will show you delightful squares and picturesque streets while explaining the city’s fascinating history and the many cultures that called Palermo their home throughout the centuries. The tour will also lead you inside the Norman Palace to visit the 12th-century Palatine Chapel, where every surface is covered in stunning mosaics depicting tales of the Old and New Testaments, and ceilings with spectacular wooden panels carved and painted by Arab craftsmen.

After picking you up from your hotel in Palermo, the driver will take you on a delightful trip eastwards to reach Cefalù, a pretty fishing village squeezed between a dramatic mountain peak and a sunny stretch of sand. Here an expert local guide will show you top sights and hidden corners, starting from the 12th-century cathedral decorated with precious mosaics, opening onto a lovely square lined with palm trees. There is also a lovely picture-postcard beach overlooked by old fishermen’s houses. Then, a short drive south of Cefalù will take you to the medieval hamlet of Castelbuono, immersed in the Madonie natural park, where you will have time to explore the village and its main sights before returning to Palermo.

Escorted by a private driver, you will travel through Sicily’s west coast to visit some of the most beautiful spots dotting this side of the island. The first stop will be the gorgeous medieval village of Erice to explore its picturesque cobbled streets lined with the famous local pastry shops, and the Norman Castle boasting sweeping views over the coast. Then you will proceed south towards Marsala, a delightful coastal town with a pleasant historic center pervaded by the sweet scent of the world-famous Marsala wine produced here. You will visit also the archeological site on the tiny island of Mozia, once a Phoenician colony, and the nearby salt plans with their unique landscape of water ponds reflecting old windmills.

This full-day tour will start in Palermo, where you will learn about the city’s fascinating history and the many cultures that called it their home throughout the centuries. You’ll pass through streets filled with bustling outdoor markets and see artistic delights and historic gems at every corner, including Norman palaces, Baroque churches and exquisite buildings, like the 12th-century Palatine Chapel featuring stunning mosaics and ceilings covered in spectacular wooden panels carved and painted by Arab craftsmen. Then your driver will take you to the hilltop village of Monreale to visit the stunning cathedral built by the Normans in the 12th century. Inside, walls and columns shimmer with stunning mosaics, covering a surface of over 6,000 square meters. You will have also some free time to stroll around the center of Monreale before the drive back to Palermo.