Palermo Grand Tour in CruiserCar with Cicerone
by CruiserCar Palermo City Tour Exclusive City Sightseeing
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This Palermo sightseeing tour lasts from 1 up to 6 hours and takes place aboard CruiserCar, the world’s first 9-seater cabriolet. The tour includes private transportation with a licensed chauffeur and a Cicerone guide to provide commentary throughout the trip. Passengers receive bottled water, carbonated and alcoholic beverages, snacks, and onboard WiFi. The route begins at Porta Nuova, a 16th-century monumental city gate. The tour then passes by the Royal Palace, featuring Arab-Norman-Byzantine architecture, and the Cappella Palatina within it, visible from outside unless a stop is requested. Next, the CruiserCar drives past Villa Bonanno park, known for its palm trees and Roman ruins. The group stops at Palermo Cathedral to explore its varied architectural styles including Norman and Gothic, and see mosaics and royal tombs. Quattro Canti square and Piazza Pretoria, with its 16th-century fountain and statues, are brief stops of 5 and 10 minutes respectively. Teatro Massimo, Italy’s largest opera house, is another 10-minute stop. Other landmarks such as Teatro Politeama Garibaldi and Via Libertà boulevard are viewed from the vehicle unless stops are requested. The tour continues with a 40-minute stop at Monte Pellegrino for panoramic views and a 30-minute visit to the Santuario di Santa Rosalia, a cave sanctuary dedicated to Palermo’s patron saint. The route includes a drive through Parco della Favorita, Palermo’s largest park, offering sea and mountain views. Mondello Beach is a 30-minute stop to enjoy the coastal scenery. For the longer 6-hour tour, there is a 45-minute visit to the Catacombe dei Cappuccini, where thousands of mummified bodies are displayed in categories dating back to the 16th century. The extended tour also includes a 60-minute visit to the town of Monreale, with its historic streets and local shops, followed by a 40-minute stop at the Cattedrale di Monreale. This cathedral features over 6,000 square meters of mosaics and combines Norman, Arab, and Byzantine styles. Pick-up and drop-off services are included, and the tour can be customized on request. Only one tour session is available at a time, ensuring an exclusive experience.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Porta Nuova
Porta Nuova is a 16th-century gateway marking the entrance to Palermo’s historic center. It features detailed sculptures and statues that highlight the city's architectural history. This stop introduces the tour with a look at one of Palermo’s important landmarks.
10 min
Royal Palace (Drive-by)
The tour passes by the Royal Palace, built originally in the 9th century and used by various rulers including Arab emirs and Norman kings. Its architecture combines Arab, Norman, and Byzantine elements. The palace is viewed from outside unless a stop is requested.
Cappella Palatina (Drive-by)
Located inside the Royal Palace, the Cappella Palatina is known for blending Western, Islamic, and Byzantine art. The chapel is noted for its artistic value, but the tour only passes by unless a stop is requested.
Villa Bonanno
Villa Bonanno is a green park near the Royal Palace featuring palm trees, manicured gardens, and remains of ancient Roman homes. The CruiserCar drives past this peaceful urban space without stopping unless requested.
Palermo Cathedral
The cathedral showcases a mix of Norman, Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical styles. Visitors can explore its exterior and interior details including mosaics and royal tombs. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site reflecting centuries of Sicilian history.
30 min
Quattro Canti
Quattro Canti is an octagonal Baroque square with symmetrical facades and statues representing the four seasons. This 5-minute stop offers a view of one of Palermo’s central and architecturally significant public spaces.
5 min
Piazza Pretoria
Also called the "Square of Shame," Piazza Pretoria features the 16th-century Pretoria Fountain decorated with detailed sculptures. This 10-minute stop highlights Palermo’s artistic heritage.
10 min
Teatro Massimo
Teatro Massimo is Italy’s largest opera house, known for its grand architecture and cultural importance. The group spends 10 minutes at this site to appreciate its exterior and learn about its history.
10 min
Teatro Politeama Garibaldi
Passing by Teatro Politeama in Piazza Ruggero Settimo, the tour shows the neoclassical theater's triumphal arch and grand facade. No stop is made unless requested.
Via Libertà (Drive-by)
The vehicle drives along Via Libertà, Palermo’s upscale boulevard lined with trees, luxury shops, cafes, and restaurants, giving a view of the city's modern lifestyle.
Monte Pellegrino
A 40-minute stop at Monte Pellegrino provides panoramic views of Palermo and the coastline. The route includes the Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia, located on the mountain, offering a quiet spot away from the city.
40 min
Santuario di Santa Rosalia
The sanctuary is a religious site in a cave on Monte Pellegrino dedicated to Palermo’s patron saint, who saved the city from plague in the 17th century. Visitors spend 30 minutes here appreciating the natural setting and cultural significance.
30 min
Parco della Favorita
The CruiserCar passes through Parco della Favorita, Palermo’s largest park known as the city’s green lung. The drive offers views of lush landscapes, sea, and mountains without stopping unless requested.
Mondello
Mondello Beach is a 30-minute stop where visitors can see the sandy shores and clear waters. The area is known for water sports and local seafood, providing a coastal contrast to the city.
30 min
Catacombe dei Cappuccini
Included in the 6-hour tour extension, this 45-minute stop explores the Capuchin catacombs that hold thousands of mummified bodies preserved since the 16th century. The display is arranged in categories, revealing aspects of historical society.
45 min
Monreale
This 60-minute stop is part of the 6-hour tour and visits Monreale, a town located on the hills overlooking the Conca d'Oro valley. It provides a calm atmosphere in contrast to Palermo and features historic streets, traditional shops, and local eateries that represent Sicilian culture.
60 min
Cattedrale di Monreale
The cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage site combining Norman, Arab, and Byzantine styles. Visitors spend 40 minutes viewing over 6,000 square meters of mosaics, wooden ceilings, and cloisters, notable for medieval art and architecture.
40 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Palermo Grand Tour in CruiserCar with Cicerone
by CruiserCar Palermo City Tour Exclusive City Sightseeing
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€198Overview
This Palermo sightseeing tour lasts from 1 up to 6 hours and takes place aboard CruiserCar, the world’s first 9-seater cabriolet. The tour includes private transportation with a licensed chauffeur and a Cicerone guide to provide commentary throughout the trip. Passengers receive bottled water, carbonated and alcoholic beverages, snacks, and onboard WiFi. The route begins at Porta Nuova, a 16th-century monumental city gate. The tour then passes by the Royal Palace, featuring Arab-Norman-Byzantine architecture, and the Cappella Palatina within it, visible from outside unless a stop is requested. Next, the CruiserCar drives past Villa Bonanno park, known for its palm trees and Roman ruins. The group stops at Palermo Cathedral to explore its varied architectural styles including Norman and Gothic, and see mosaics and royal tombs. Quattro Canti square and Piazza Pretoria, with its 16th-century fountain and statues, are brief stops of 5 and 10 minutes respectively. Teatro Massimo, Italy’s largest opera house, is another 10-minute stop. Other landmarks such as Teatro Politeama Garibaldi and Via Libertà boulevard are viewed from the vehicle unless stops are requested. The tour continues with a 40-minute stop at Monte Pellegrino for panoramic views and a 30-minute visit to the Santuario di Santa Rosalia, a cave sanctuary dedicated to Palermo’s patron saint. The route includes a drive through Parco della Favorita, Palermo’s largest park, offering sea and mountain views. Mondello Beach is a 30-minute stop to enjoy the coastal scenery. For the longer 6-hour tour, there is a 45-minute visit to the Catacombe dei Cappuccini, where thousands of mummified bodies are displayed in categories dating back to the 16th century. The extended tour also includes a 60-minute visit to the town of Monreale, with its historic streets and local shops, followed by a 40-minute stop at the Cattedrale di Monreale. This cathedral features over 6,000 square meters of mosaics and combines Norman, Arab, and Byzantine styles. Pick-up and drop-off services are included, and the tour can be customized on request. Only one tour session is available at a time, ensuring an exclusive experience.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Porta Nuova
Porta Nuova is a 16th-century gateway marking the entrance to Palermo’s historic center. It features detailed sculptures and statues that highlight the city's architectural history. This stop introduces the tour with a look at one of Palermo’s important landmarks.
10 min
Royal Palace (Drive-by)
The tour passes by the Royal Palace, built originally in the 9th century and used by various rulers including Arab emirs and Norman kings. Its architecture combines Arab, Norman, and Byzantine elements. The palace is viewed from outside unless a stop is requested.
Cappella Palatina (Drive-by)
Located inside the Royal Palace, the Cappella Palatina is known for blending Western, Islamic, and Byzantine art. The chapel is noted for its artistic value, but the tour only passes by unless a stop is requested.
Villa Bonanno
Villa Bonanno is a green park near the Royal Palace featuring palm trees, manicured gardens, and remains of ancient Roman homes. The CruiserCar drives past this peaceful urban space without stopping unless requested.
Palermo Cathedral
The cathedral showcases a mix of Norman, Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical styles. Visitors can explore its exterior and interior details including mosaics and royal tombs. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site reflecting centuries of Sicilian history.
30 min
Quattro Canti
Quattro Canti is an octagonal Baroque square with symmetrical facades and statues representing the four seasons. This 5-minute stop offers a view of one of Palermo’s central and architecturally significant public spaces.
5 min
Piazza Pretoria
Also called the "Square of Shame," Piazza Pretoria features the 16th-century Pretoria Fountain decorated with detailed sculptures. This 10-minute stop highlights Palermo’s artistic heritage.
10 min
Teatro Massimo
Teatro Massimo is Italy’s largest opera house, known for its grand architecture and cultural importance. The group spends 10 minutes at this site to appreciate its exterior and learn about its history.
10 min
Teatro Politeama Garibaldi
Passing by Teatro Politeama in Piazza Ruggero Settimo, the tour shows the neoclassical theater's triumphal arch and grand facade. No stop is made unless requested.
Via Libertà (Drive-by)
The vehicle drives along Via Libertà, Palermo’s upscale boulevard lined with trees, luxury shops, cafes, and restaurants, giving a view of the city's modern lifestyle.
Monte Pellegrino
A 40-minute stop at Monte Pellegrino provides panoramic views of Palermo and the coastline. The route includes the Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia, located on the mountain, offering a quiet spot away from the city.
40 min
Santuario di Santa Rosalia
The sanctuary is a religious site in a cave on Monte Pellegrino dedicated to Palermo’s patron saint, who saved the city from plague in the 17th century. Visitors spend 30 minutes here appreciating the natural setting and cultural significance.
30 min
Parco della Favorita
The CruiserCar passes through Parco della Favorita, Palermo’s largest park known as the city’s green lung. The drive offers views of lush landscapes, sea, and mountains without stopping unless requested.
Mondello
Mondello Beach is a 30-minute stop where visitors can see the sandy shores and clear waters. The area is known for water sports and local seafood, providing a coastal contrast to the city.
30 min
Catacombe dei Cappuccini
Included in the 6-hour tour extension, this 45-minute stop explores the Capuchin catacombs that hold thousands of mummified bodies preserved since the 16th century. The display is arranged in categories, revealing aspects of historical society.
45 min
Monreale
This 60-minute stop is part of the 6-hour tour and visits Monreale, a town located on the hills overlooking the Conca d'Oro valley. It provides a calm atmosphere in contrast to Palermo and features historic streets, traditional shops, and local eateries that represent Sicilian culture.
60 min
Cattedrale di Monreale
The cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage site combining Norman, Arab, and Byzantine styles. Visitors spend 40 minutes viewing over 6,000 square meters of mosaics, wooden ceilings, and cloisters, notable for medieval art and architecture.
40 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.