The Original Palermo Street Food & Market Tour (All-Inclusive!)

2,129 Reviews 4.92 out of 5 stars Based on 2,129 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 99% of reviewers | Palermo, Italy

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Overview

Welcome to the top ranked food tour in Italy based on TA reviews! Join a relaxing street food walk around Palermo with a passionate local guide. Take a journey through the scents and flavours of Capo and Vucciria markets and explore their backstreets where the real Palermitan soul resides. See some of the top attractions along the way like Teatro Massimo and Piazza San Domenico. Taste the best selection of daily street foods, such as ‘arancine’ (stuffed rice balls) and ‘panelle’ (chickpea fritters), as well as a glass of local wine, seasonal dessert (cannoli or ice cream) and other challenging samples like the renowned "pani ca' meusa" (veal offal sandwich). This tour is limited to 10 participants, ensuring you an open interaction with the tour guide, the local vendors and the other travelers. It's a tourist-trap free experience designed for real foodies! We are the most experienced food tour company in Italy.
MUST KNOW: markets are closed in the evening

What's Included

  • Seasonal dessert (cannoli, gelato or other)
  • 3 Sicilian Drinks: beer or wine
  • 10 Street Food Tastings including Authentic Arancini (MAKES A MEAL!)
  • Bottled water Bottled water can be purchased at any shop along the route. We recommend bringing your own bottle to refill as we try to reduce plastic waste.
  • Extra food or drinks
  • Photo service
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Giuseppe Verdi
90138 Palermo PA, Italy

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End point

Piazza San Domenico
90133 Palermo PA, Italy

Tour ends in piazza San Domenico or in piazza Fonderia (both point are at walking distance from the cruise port)

What To Expect

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Teatro Massimo

Meet your guide and the other travelers
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Capo Street Market

Stroll through the food market stalls guided by a local expert. Taste and learn about the local culture
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

La Vucciria

Have a toast with locals in an old bar, sample challenging food, and learn the facts of modern history.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Chiesa di San Domenico (pass by)

Orientation point: tips and directions
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Via Maqueda (pass by)

Cross the touristy area and keep backstreeting with your local guide
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Ex Real Fonderia alla Cala

The summer tour concludes with ice cream at the best gelateria downtown. The winter tour concludes with cannoli at the best bakery nearby.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza San Domenico (pass by)

Tour ends.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We only offer Traditional street food. Food is not selected to accomodate tourists' taste.
  • Waiting policy: We have a strict 10 minute waiting policy at the meeting point. We don't guarantee a second chance to meet the group.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Original Palermo Street Food & Market Tour (All-Inclusive!)?

A: This adventure is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This adventure is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 2,129 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Seasonal dessert (cannoli, gelato or other)
  • 3 Sicilian Drinks: beer or wine
  • 10 Street Food Tastings including Authentic Arancini (MAKES A MEAL!)
  • Palermo Insider Guide (PDF)
  • Bottled waterBottled water can be purchased at any shop along the route. We recommend bringing your own bottle to refill as we try to reduce plastic waste.
  • Extra food or drinks
  • Photo service
  • MUST KNOW: markets are closed in the evening

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Vegan options are not available.
  • The tour is suitable for vegetarians and pescatarians, except one food stop. Alternatives to celiac travelers can be provided if we are informed at the time of booking.
  • MUST KNOW: most traditional street foods are baked or fried, fat and full of carbs. Do not expect seafood.
  • Not recommended for people with limited walking or standing capacity.
  • HIGH RISK OF NUT CONTAMINATION
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We only offer Traditional street food. Food is not selected to accomodate tourists' taste.
  • Waiting policy: We have a strict 10 minute waiting policy at the meeting point. We don't guarantee a second chance to meet the group.
  • Seats are not available at every stop
  • Tour runs rain or shine. Please dress accordingly
  • Bring your own water bottle. We are trying to reduce plastic waste
  • ACCESSIBILITY: this tour is not suitable for travellers with limited walking or standing capacity.
  • TO CRUISERS: the port of Messina town is far away from the city of Palermo, if you are docking in Messina, do not book this tour. We can't provide a refund if you realize this passed the deadline.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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This adventure is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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