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Tours in Palermo |
Sightseeing Overview
Palermo underwent many successive invasions throughout the centuries (most notably by the Normans and Arabs) and remnants of these are still visible all over the city today, making it a fascinating place to visit for anyone interested in history.
There are Norman relics aplenty, most notably the Norman Palace and the beautiful Palatine Chapel, but there are many other interesting buildings, including the Cathedral and a number of churches, the most famous of which are St John of the Hermits and La Martorana.
When you get tired of all this amazing architecture, head for the labyrinthine streets of the Vucciria market, or take refuge in one of several excellent museums, unless you prefer something a bit spookier, in which case you should head for the catacombs.
There are Norman relics aplenty, most notably the Norman Palace and the beautiful Palatine Chapel, but there are many other interesting buildings, including the Cathedral and a number of churches, the most famous of which are St John of the Hermits and La Martorana.
When you get tired of all this amazing architecture, head for the labyrinthine streets of the Vucciria market, or take refuge in one of several excellent museums, unless you prefer something a bit spookier, in which case you should head for the catacombs.
Tourist Information
Palermo Tourism
Piazza Castelnuovo 34
Tel: (091) 605 8351.
Website: www.palermotourism.com
Other offices can be found at the airport (tel: (091) 591 698) and at Stazione Centrale (main train station) (tel: (091) 616 5914).
There is also a toll-free phone line with English speaking operators for tourist information on the city (tel: 800 234 169).
Piazza Castelnuovo 34
Tel: (091) 605 8351.
Website: www.palermotourism.com
Other offices can be found at the airport (tel: (091) 591 698) and at Stazione Centrale (main train station) (tel: (091) 616 5914).
There is also a toll-free phone line with English speaking operators for tourist information on the city (tel: 800 234 169).
Passes
There is currently no sightseeing pass in Palermo.
