8 Days in Palermo: A Journey Through History and Beauty

Voodoo 9801

4 Jan 2024

Discover the enchanting city of Palermo in 8 days, immersing yourself in its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture. From ancient marvels to picturesque beaches, this itinerary will take you on an unforgettable adventure.

Trip to Palermo

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Day 1Exploring Palermo's Historic Gems

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Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Picturesque waterfront promenade with a wide lawn, sculptures & colorful benches.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Landmark 1500s fountain known for its ornate, tiered design & nude statues of mythological figures.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Domed Norman-era church with ornate baroque remodelling known for its landmark Byzantine mosaics.

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

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Day 2Botanical Wonders and Architectural Delights

$13

$ 7

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Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Sprawling botanical garden opened in 1795, with Mediterranean plants, a herbarium & statues.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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23 - 28 min

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Iconic 17th-century church carved into a rocky mountainside & dedicated to a medieval saint.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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23 - 28 min

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Baroque, octagonal public plaza featuring 4 fountains topped by ornate statues in niches.

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

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Free

Day 3Gardens, Theaters, and Vibrant Markets

$25

$ 7

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Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Small, 19th-century park with huge fig trees, ornamental fountains & busts of historical figures.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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This lavish auditorium was built in 1897 & remains Italy's largest with a seated capacity of 1,387.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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Bustling street market offering a wide selection of local meats, seafood, produce & Sicilian bites.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Harbor Views and Royal Residences

$15

$ 13

Cavour

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Lively harbor port for ferries, private boats & cruise ships going to & from Sicily.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Parco Piersanti Mattarella (Giardino Inglese)

City garden designed in English style dating from 1851, with water features, sculpture & monuments.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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12th-century buildings containing collections of Islamic art & local historic artifacts.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

Day 5The Magnificent Monreale Cathedral

$13

$ 7

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Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Landmark Norman cathedral known for its ornate cloisters & bright gold mosaics of biblical stories.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

Day 6Nature's Beauty and Palatial Splendor

$20

$ 10

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Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

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Rugged coastal nature reserve with steep cliffs & caves & a habitat for falcons, buzzards & owls.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

41 - 50 min

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Grand 9th century palace with a neo-classical facade, historic chapel & ornate royal apartments.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

Day 7Sun, Sand, and Cathedral Grandeur

$13

$ 7

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Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Suburban white sandy beach offering pastel colored beach huts & pedal boats for hire.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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4 bell towers top this architecturally diverse church dating from the 1100s & housing royal tombs.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

Day 8Royalty and Spiritual Serenity

$28

$ 10

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Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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Ancient chapel in the Palazzo dei Normanni known for its elaborate Byzantine mosaics & paintings.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

712 - 855 min

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Landmark hillside Gothic church & site of Christian pilgrimage, decorated with noted medieval art.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Budget breakdown: $188 In total

Activities & Food:$130

Transport:$58