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Palermo Ballaro Market & Street Food Tour by Eating Europe

5.0(168)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 168 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Eating Europe Food Tours Rome
Palermo Ballaro Market & Street Food Tour by Eating Europe

About this activity

Step into the soul of Palermo on this immersive street food adventure through the historic Albergheria district on a small-group tour.

Wander through the lively Ballarò Market with your local guide, where centuries-old traditions meet bold Sicilian flavors and sizzling street food.

Along the way, taste your way through a delicious line-up of Palermo's street food royalty: crispy arancine, crocchè, soft sfincione pizza, and more!

Visit a hidden monastery-turned-bakery for divine pastries crafted from age-old recipes, sample sun-drenched tomatoes and “cheese on horseback,” and sip espresso from one of Italy’s top independent roasters. With each stop, you'll uncover stories of resilience, rebellion, and the enduring pride of Palermo’s food-loving locals.

What's included

  • ✓Local English-speaking guide
  • ✓Fall in love with the most famous street food, like Arancina, Sfincione, and more!
  • ✓Sip on espresso from a century-old roastery, and try sinfully good pastries
  • ✓Get lost in the best street market, Ballarò and its 1000-year history, trying pizza and beer
  • ✓Enjoy 6 carefully selected street food tastings and 4 drinks on a small-group tour
  • ✓‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips

Not included

  • ✕Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • ✕Extra drinks

Meeting and pickup

  • Your guide will be waiting for you and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
  • Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
  • Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
  • Have dietary requirements? Email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs. For safety, our tours are not suitable for guests with a severe or life-threatening (anaphylactic) allergy to nuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish or gluten (coeliac disease), where trace amounts or cross-contamination pose a risk. Guests with any other severe allergy must contact us.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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