Palermo Street Food and Market Tour
About Palermo Street Food and Market Tour
This walking tour takes you through Palermo’s historic street markets with a local guide, tasting the city’s best-known street foods along the way. It has 2,400 reviews and a 4.9 rating.
The tour lasts about 3 hours, with prices from about $79 per person. Groups are limited to 10 people.
Itinerary
- Teatro Massimo (10 minutes)
- Capo Street Market (1 hours)
- La Vucciria (1 hours)
- Chiesa di San Domenico
- Via Maqueda
- Ex Real Fonderia alla Cala (30 minutes)
- Piazza San Domenico
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!)
- Palermo Insider Guide (PDF)
Meeting point
Please stand at the main gate of the Teatro Massimo opera house (between the two bronze lions). Your guide will be holding a red umbrella and a red bag with Streaty logo printed on.
What to expect on the day
You meet at the Teatro Massimo opera house and walk through the Capo and Vucciria markets and their backstreets, passing sights such as Piazza San Domenico. Along the way you try 10 street foods, including arancine (stuffed rice balls), panelle (chickpea fritters) and pani ca’ meusa (a veal offal sandwich), with local wine or beer and a seasonal dessert to finish.
Prices and extra costs
- Included: 10 street food tastings, 3 Sicilian drinks (beer or wine), a seasonal dessert such as cannoli or gelato, and a Palermo insider guide (PDF).
- Not included: Extra food and drinks, bottled water and photo service.
What to bring
- A refillable water bottle.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Clothes for the weather, as the tour runs rain or shine.
Tips for a better day
- Be on time: Meet at the main gate of the Teatro Massimo, between the two bronze lions. The guide holds a red umbrella and there is a strict 10-minute waiting policy.
- Book a daytime slot: The markets are closed in the evening.
- Come hungry: The tastings add up to a full meal, and most of the food is fried or baked.
Who it’s best for
Best for: Food lovers and first-time visitors to Palermo who want to see the markets with a local.
Consider another option if: You would rather cook than walk. The Taormina cooking class with a market visit lets you make Sicilian dishes yourself.
Restrictions
The tour is not suitable for travelers with limited walking or standing ability or with spinal injuries, and seats are not available at every stop. Vegan options are not available. Vegetarians and pescatarians can join, except for one stop, and celiac alternatives are possible if requested at booking. There is a high risk of nut contamination. Cruise passengers docking in Messina should not book, as Palermo is far away.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
FAQ about Palermo Street Food and Market Tour
How long is the Palermo street food tour?
About 3 hours.
Where does the tour start?
At the main gate of the Teatro Massimo opera house, between the two bronze lions.
Which markets does it visit?
The Capo and Vucciria markets and their backstreets.
How many tastings are included?
10 street food tastings, 3 drinks and a seasonal dessert.
Are drinks included?
Yes. 3 Sicilian drinks, either beer or wine.
How big are the groups?
No more than 10 people.
Is it suitable for vegans?
No. Vegan options are not available.
Can vegetarians join?
Yes, except for one food stop.
Does the tour run in the evening?
The markets are closed in the evening, so book a daytime tour to see them.
Does it run in the rain?
Yes. The tour runs rain or shine.
