Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Palermo, Sicily

July 8, 2021 Ying Subia

Palermo is an urban melting pot characterized by history and culture so diverse that it often feels conflicted. Discover an intriguing range of architectural styles, from Arabian domes to baroque buildings, and enjoy delicious cuisine that spans a variety of origins. Be sure to visit the Palace of the Normans, the Palatine Chapel and the church of St. John of the Hermits. Art and music lovers won’t want to miss the Galleria d’Arte Moderna (the “GAM”), the Salinas or an opera or ballet at the Teatro Massimo.
Restaurants in Palermo

1. Palermo Street Food

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Palermo Street Food

Palermo Street Food is a tour for adventurous eaters visiting Palermo, who want to enjoy the Palermo food scene as the locals do: in a safe, fun, and pressure-free environment. The mission is give an authentic point of view of our culture through our particular history book: the food! With us you can try more than 9 different street food dish!

2. Occhio Al Boma - Escursioni in Barca a Vela

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Occhio Al Boma - Escursioni in Barca a Vela

Every day from March to November, we set sail off one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful coastlines. We offer you a day trip on a sailboat, either for your exclusive use or in the company of a few others, with a skipper at your complete disposal, surrounded by Saracen towers, sea stacks, wonderful bays and coves - and with a bit of luck, dolphins, too! This tour starts at the harbour "La Cala" in the center of Palermo

3. Museum of tiles Stanze al Genio

Via Garibaldi 11 Via Garibaldi angolo Via Magione, 90133, Palermo, Sicily Italy +39 380 367 3773 [email protected] http://stanzealgenio.it
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Museum of tiles Stanze al Genio

Reservations required!! The museum is open year round for a visit but you must book your visit by email or phone. For reservations just call a few hours before the appointment and agree to the tour. The visits are carried out only in Italian / english.

Reviewed By 344lindag - Province of Arezzo, Italy

I'm not sure how a museum can be so unassuming from the outside yet is a real gem inside. There is only a small name on the buzzer to enter but what lies inside is wall to wall ceramic tiles and also displays of vintage pieces and furniture. Entrance fee included a personal guided tour in english or italian. A wonderful experience.

4. Siciliandays

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Siciliandays

Welcome! We are a young company that is specialized in Sicilian tourist services of high quality for small or private exclusive groups.We are based in Palermo,here we provide sicilian cooking classes, wine and cheese tastings, walking tours, Street food tours, excursions, customized tours and transfer services from the ports, airports and railway stations to and from hotels and B & B. And today we are delighted to have been awarded this year with the Excellence Tripadvisor!

5. Ceramiche Tre Erre

Via Roma 358, 90139, Palermo, Sicily Italy +39 091 327757 [email protected] http://www.treerreceramiche.com
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Ceramiche Tre Erre

In the center of Palermo, Tre Erre, the family firm produces ceramics based on 16th-century Sicilian models, but always with a sophisticated, modern twist. The result is a shop that's frequented by visitors on shore excursions from cruise ships who stock up on jardinieres, planters, anthropomorphic vases, lace-edged bowls and platters. Prices are lower than you'd expect.

6. Parapendio in Tandem

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Parapendio in Tandem

Paragliding Tandem Flights with our professional pilots all over Sicily ( SAN VITO LO CAPO, CASTELLAMMARE DEL GOLFO, CEFALU', POLLINA, CAPO CALAVA', TAORMINA );pick up service where available (contact us to check if your area is included in the service). More than 20 years experience to let your holiday an unforgettable dream !!

7. Palazzo Conte Federico

Piazza Conte Federico 2, 90134, Palermo, Sicily Italy +39 091 651 1881 [email protected] http://www.contefederico.com
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Palazzo Conte Federico

The palazzo is in the center of the old city only a few steps away from the Norman Palace. the Cathedral and the Market Ballarò. The oldest part of the palace is an Arab-Norman Tower of the 12th century. You can observe verious architectural styles, high painted ceilings of the 15th century, baroque ceiling frescoes by Vito D'Anna and Gaspare Serenario, various collections and original furniture. Since Count Federico's family, which can be followed back to the Hohenstaufen Emperor Friedrich II, has lived in this palace for centuries, the personal atmosphere makes a visit to this historical building a unique experience.

Reviewed By debm224

Small group tours with a member of the Federico family, who have lived in this fascinating historic building for many generations. A Norman tower from the original Palermo city wall is incorporated into the palazzo, and the history of the city is demonstrated with examples from renovations and additions. This is also a family home, with the cat’s climbing frame, portable heaters etc sitting alongside old treasures. We were welcomed by one of the sons, who was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic to share the family history - it was a highlight of our visit to Palermo.

8. Streaty - street food tour of Palermo

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Streaty - street food tour of Palermo

Streaty runs walking tours around the markets and backstreets of Palermo city center to taste the most authentic street food specialties. All participants will be granted their personal Food Passport! NOT ONLY FOOD! Streaty tour has been designed to give travelers a complete overview of local history and culture of Palermo. Stay hungry Stay Streaty!

9. Nobile e Monumentale Chiesa dell'Immacolata Concezione al Capo

Via di Porta Carini Mercato Storico del Capo, 90134, Palermo, Sicily Italy +39 091 328430 [email protected] http://chiesaimmacolataconcezione.jimdofree.com/
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Nobile e Monumentale Chiesa dell'Immacolata Concezione al Capo

Reviewed By patriciamP6718EZ

I agree with the reviewers who found the baroque beautiful and overwhelming. One feature that I found stunning was the use of Pietra Dure on four side altars. The guides said this was not Florentine artistry, but native Palermitans who executed it, making it all the more remarkable. Realizing it was built in 1622 it is a wonder that it was built directly across the street from the more ancient church of Sant Ippolito, which was the parish seat from 1309. So, don't miss that church if it's opened when you visit.

10. Walking Tour Palermo

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Walking Tour Palermo

Domenico Aronica is a professional Photographer and licensed Tour Guide. He invites you to join his original Walking Tour, exploring Palermo’s real heart, monuments, hidden gems, Unesco sites, alleys, food market and street food tastings. His tour is not just a food tour, but he always tries to combine history, culture, monuments and food. -THE GROUP WALKING TOUR in Palermo starts at 9.30 am –Duration: 3 hours –Distance: 5 km (about 3 miles). Price for the Group Tour: 35 euro per person – Street food tastings (it’s like a lunch! no fish) and entrances fees are included

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