Why choose this tour ?
In this sublime walk through history and amazement, you will have the opportunity to discover the wonders of the center of Palermo. Please note: - Visits to the listed monuments may undergo changes based on availability. - Visits to the listed monuments may undergo changes on public holidays. - The visit inside Palazzo Gangi is not included in the itinerary. - Palazzo Alliata di Villafranca can only be visited from Tuesday to Thursday for groups of at least 10 people. Alternatively it will be replaced by Palazzo Mirto.
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What makes Palermo Walking Tour - Baroque and Aristocracy a unique experience ?
Meeting at the Quattro Canti or Teatro del Sole, an elegant Baroque building.
From the Quattro Canti you will travel the ancient axis of the city to reach and visit the Palazzo Alliata di Villafranca, one of the richest residences of the Palermitan aristocracy which among its admirably restored halls preserves a beautiful Crucified Christ by Van Dick.
The famous Pretoria or "della Vergogna" fountain will be the backdrop for popular stories.
In Piazza Bellini you will admire the 12th century domes of San Cataldo. of the Order of the Knights of the Holy Sepulcher.
A particularly interesting visit will follow, the Church of Santa Caterina recently returned to the city but for centuries reserved only to the young cloistered nuns, girls of the highest foreclosed aristocracy who lived among lapis lazuli altars and precious stones in contrast with the Baroque and Spanish society of Palermo.
Step to the small square decorated by the splendid Gothic rose window of the church of San Francesco d'Assisi.
You will discover the richest and darkest centuries of Spanish Sicily by reaching Piazza Marina to admire a centuries-old ficus magnolioides of the Garibaldi Garden, once a place reserved for the Condemnations and Tortures of the Holy Inquisition
The walk will end between traditional ice cream and cannoli in the neighborhood of the old port La Cala.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by JustSicily.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 3.5 Stars based on 2 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 12 Travelers is accepted for booking.
