Palace of the Normans and Palatine Chapel tickets and guided tour
Attractions & guided tours

Palace of the Normans and Palatine Chapel tickets and guided tour

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£43.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • The tour begins at the Palace of the Normans, a symbol of grandeur and power
  • You'll explore the magnificent Palatine Chapel, a masterpiece of the European Middle Ages
  • There will be an option to visit the imposing Monastery of St. Catherine and its panoramic terrace
  • A tasting of traditional Sicilian cannolo awaits you at the monastery
  • This is also an opportunity to experience a guided tasting of local street food like arancine, panelle, and sfincione
What to expect

You can choose between the following options available in the order box:

  • Option 1: Guided tour of the Palace of the Normans and Palatine Chapel in English
  • Option 2: Guided tour of the Palace of the Normans and Palatine Chapel in Italian
  • Option 3: Guided tour of the Palace of the Normans, Palatine Chapel and Monastery of St. Catherine in English, with typical Sicilian cannolo tasting
  • Option 4: Guided tour of the Palace of the Normans, Palatine Chapel and Monastery of St. Catherine in Italian, with typical Sicilian cannolo tasting
  • Option 5: Guided tour of the Palace of the Normans, Palatine Chapel and Monastery of St. Catherine in English, with typical Sicilian street-food tasting
  • Option 6: Guided tour of the Palace of the Normans, Palatine Chapel and Monastery of St. Catherine in Italian, with typical Sicilian street-food tasting

Experience Palermo afresh, accompanied by a local guide. Your journey begins at the heart of its grand history: the Palace of the Normans. This ancient royal residence is a timeless symbol of power. Here, amidst lavishly adorned rooms and remnants of Arab, Byzantine and Norman rule, you'll explore the magnificent Palatine Chapel. This chapel is considered one of the crowning achievements of the European Middle Ages. Its gilded mosaics, intricate wood carvings and architectural harmony are sure to leave you in awe.

If you're keen to delve deeper, opt for ticket options 3 and 4, that include a visit to the imposing Monastery of St. Catherine. As you wander through the wonders of the historic centre, following a route that leads you to the majestic Cathedral, the Quattro Canti and Piazza Bellini, you'll arrive at the monastery. Here, you can ascend to the panoramic terrace for a view of the city that will take your breath away. A tasting of authentic Sicilian cannolo, prepared using an age-old monastic recipe, awaits you here.

For those who wish to fully submerge themselves in local culture, there's ticket options 5 and 6 that include a guided tasting of street food. You'll get to savour arancine, panelle, sfincione and other regional treats.

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What's included
  • check Guided walking tour
  • check Food tasting
  • check Entrance ticket
Where

Palazzo dei Normanni, Piazza del Parlamento, 1, 90129 Palermo, PA, Italy

Meeting point:
Meet your tour guide at Palace of the Normans. Please, be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • Please note that the food tasting is only included with option 2 and 3 (cannolo), and 4 and 6 (street-food)
  • In case of adverse weather conditions, the reservation may be subject to change or cancellation
  • Please be advised that due to scheduled restoration work at the Palatine Chapel, opening and closing times will be subject to extraordinary changes
  • On Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays it will not be possible to access the Royal Apartments
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Provider
Empeeria
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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