Not just a food tour. Tuck into Palermo’s vibrant food scene and eat your way through the city for an up close and personal true taste of one of the world’s most conquered cities of the Mediterranean. With your friendly Local expert who knows Palermo as only some locals do, you will enjoy an unforgettable sightseeing Food Walking Tour of Palermo that will satisfy your taste buds and connect you with Palermo’s terrific vibe in a very casual yet informative and entertaining way. Palermo has remarkable sites to visit, but it’s in the markets where the soul of the city is most alive. You will experience the vibrancy and exuberance of walking the ancient cobblestone streets of Italy’s most famous and historic outdoor markets, the Capo and Ballarò Markets which still resemble today the north African souks. With bustling stands overflowing with fruit and veggies, meat and fish, a cornucopia of fresh delicacies all locally grown and made, where local vendors will surprise you with the famous ‘abbanniate’ trying to attract the attention of passers-by, provide a cacophony sound and colour that will leave you with an unforgettable memory of Palermo. A crossroads of history, Palermo today is a city of contrasts showing a wonderful chaotic mixture of ancient art and modern life. We’re proud to deliver one-of-a-kind experiences that maximize your time and empower you to travel the city like a local. Come hungry!
Here you will sample the best of what has attracted foodies from all over the world and placed Palermo’s Street Food in the top 5 places among the best in the world. An array of traditional local dishes all with a reminder of Sicily’s past. You will be overwhelmed by the unique and authentic flavours of (10+) selected sips and bites over a relaxing atmosphere fulfil with good fun and facts. Tasting local specialities such as Arancina (stuffed rice balls), Sfincione (Sicilian pizza), Crocchè (potato croquettes with fresh mint), Panelle (chickpea fritters), Caponata (eggplant vegetable dish), local Charcuterie with Jam, honey, bread. Pastry like: bakery Cookies, Cannolo (sweet ricotta-filled pastry shell), and more. While sipping some local Soft Drinks, Fresh Juice, Liquor and Wine. A true explosion of colour and aromas, the products of a sun-kissed land and the diverse civilizations to have inhabited it over the centuries. Palermo is everything you would imagine it to be – chaotic, noisy, exotic, colourful, as well as an architectural delight. A melting pot of civilizations ranging from the Phoenicians, Romans and Byzantines to the Arabs and Normans, where food has always been the most popular and authentic expression of the Mediterranean diet. While strolling through the winding little alleyways around the old neighbours, between stunning Baroque Churches and Palaces, you will be passing by the city’s main highlights and experience Palermo as it should be seen. We are committed to approaching our city with sensitivity and dedication to benefit both the visitor and the visited. To connect travellers to the heart of communities through meaningful interaction and memorable conversation, consciously and responsibly. If you haven’t tried it yet, simply join us.
Right outside VERA coffice break, Via generale Magliocco 31, Palermo
Pickup option for cruise passengers – 1 h before the tour departure (on request). Just outside the cruise terminal, by the port main guarded gate at Molo Santa Lucia, right outside the Farmacia, Palermo. Waiting time 15 mins.
