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Discover the Norman Arab itinerary

Duration: 2h
Languages: Italian
Guru: Marta
Quality Verified Registered on February 12, 2019

Ciao a tutti! My name is Marta and I am an authorized local guide. I have a degree in Art History and a big passion for Archeology. Working as a tour guide, I travelled for many years around Italy, and I lived in Rome and Florence too, but more than a decade ago I set foot on this spectacular island and was love at first sight! In this tour you'll know the most important places of Palermo, but also the real city and its people. I hope I can show you Palermo, I am sure you will love it!

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

This visit is perfect for those who want to delve into the fascinating history of the Normans and their arrival in a Muslim Sicily.

 Our visit takes place inside one of the main monuments of the Norman Arab style of Sicily, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO: the spectacular Palatine Chapel, located inside the Palace of the Normans: the mosaics made with 24 gold carats will leave you speechless. We will continue visiting the Royal Apartments, to finish in the Royal Garden. On days when the Royal Apartments are closed, they will be replaced by a visit to the Cathedral

 Entrance fees to the monuments are not included.


 Important! This is not the classic free tour: you will enjoy a visit with an official guide, a careful itinerary and with small groups, so its recommended price is €10 per person. If you're still hesitating, check out the reviews!

 A minimum of 8 paying participants is necessary for the tour to depart (children under 12 years old are free)


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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Piazza del Parlamento, 90134 Palermo ...
    Piazza del Parlamento, 90134 Palermo PA, Italy
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    Accanto the biglietteria of the Palazzo dei Normanni in Piazza Parliament. My knowledge has included the guide patent, a piccolo microphone on the collo https://maps.app.goo.gl/Vkijxsb3EnvPq5dV7

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Parliament Square
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Maqueda Courtyard
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Palatine chapel
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Hall of Hercules
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Royal Gardens of Palermo
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Royal apartments

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

92 ratings
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Professionalism
4.95
Fun
4.74
Expression
4.88
Quality
4.92
Route
4.89
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Patrizia 14 Apr 2024
Bolognetta

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Bellissima esperienza. Marta è stata un’ottima guru 🥰
Laura Lucía 06 Apr 2024
Madrid

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
Marta hace que la visita a la Capilla Palatina y el palacio de los Normandos se convierta en una experiencia única!
Michela 06 Apr 2024
Villacidro

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Travelled in group - Apr 2024
Marta è una guida coinvolgente,si capisce subito che è innamorata dell'arte e ama farla conoscere !!! Super consigliata🤩
Maria 06 Apr 2024
Naples

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Travelled in group - Apr 2024
Marta è una guida super preparata, professionale ed empatica! Bravissima guida alla scoperta di luoghi magici.
Anna 25 Mar 2024
Boltiere

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Travelled in group - Mar 2024
Marta è una guida molto competente e appassionata.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour requires the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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