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The Original Palermo Street Food & Market Tour (All-Inclusive!)

4.9(2,408)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2408 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Streaty Food Tours
The Original Palermo Street Food & Market Tour (All-Inclusive!)

About this activity

Welcome to the top ranked food tour in Italy based on TA reviews! Join a relaxing street food walk around Palermo with a passionate local guide. Take a journey through the scents and flavours of Capo and Vucciria markets and explore their backstreets where the real Palermitan soul resides. See some of the top attractions along the way like Teatro Massimo and Piazza San Domenico. Taste the best selection of daily street foods, such as ‘arancine’ (stuffed rice balls) and ‘panelle’ (chickpea fritters), as well as a glass of local wine, seasonal dessert (cannoli or ice cream) and other challenging samples like the renowned "pani ca' meusa" (veal offal sandwich). This tour is limited to 10 participants, ensuring you an open interaction with the tour guide, the local vendors and the other travelers. It's a tourist-trap free experience designed for real foodies! We are the most experienced food tour company in Italy.

MUST KNOW: markets are closed in the evening

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)

Not included

  • ✕Extra food or drinks
  • ✕Bottled water can be purchased at any shop along the route. We recommend bringing your own bottle to refill as we try to reduce plastic waste.
  • ✕photo service
  • ✕MUST KNOW: markets are closed in the evening

Meeting and pickup

  • 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.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We only offer Traditional street food. Food is not selected to accomodate tourists' taste.
  • Waiting policy: We have a strict 10 minute waiting policy at the meeting point. We don't guarantee a second chance to meet the group.
  • Seats are not available at every stop
  • Tour runs rain or shine. Please dress accordingly
  • Bring your own water bottle. We are trying to reduce plastic waste
  • ACCESSIBILITY: this tour is not suitable for travellers with limited walking or standing capacity.
  • TO CRUISERS: the port of Messina town is far away from the city of Palermo, if you are docking in Messina, do not book this tour. We can't provide a refund if you realize this passed the deadline.
  • Vegan options are not available.
  • The tour is suitable for vegetarians and pescatarians, except one food stop. Alternatives to celiac travelers can be provided if we are informed at the time of booking.
  • MUST KNOW: most traditional street foods are baked or fried, fat and full of carbs. Do not expect seafood.
  • Not recommended for people with limited walking or standing capacity.
  • HIGH RISK OF NUT CONTAMINATION

Cancellation policy

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

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