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Palermo (Sicily), Italy
Become enchanted with Palermo's unique mix of Romanesque, Arab, Norman, and Byzantine monuments which represent the city's historic past. All of these cultural influences are represented in the magnificent Palermo Cathedral, which houses the jewel collection of the Sicily Kings. And no visit to Palermo would be complete without experiencing one of the city’s outdoor markets, which vibrate with the energy of this unique city.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Port of Palermo
Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
CET (Central Europe Time)
UTC/GMT +2 hours -
Language
The local language is Italian. Say "how are you?" in Italian: "come stai?" -
Currency & Shopping
European Currency (EUR)
Souvenirs, perfumes, leather goods and clothing. -
Best Way to Get Around
Walking distance to downtown Palermo. Hop on/off buses & horse carriage available. -
Famous For
As a top tourist attraction, Palermo is overflowing with stops including the Palazzo dei Normanni, Cappella Palatina, Martorana, Catacombe dei Cappuccini and more. -
Fun Fact #1
The fertile volcanic soil provides prime agricultural conditions for it's main products: citrons, oranges, lemons, olives, olive oil, almonds and grapes. -
Fun Fact #2
Sicily and its surrounding islands are home to a number of active volcanoes. Mount Etna is a very active, having last erupted in 2011.
Palermo TOP EXCURSIONS
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Agrigento Temple Valley - A UNESCO Site
Explore Sicily's Valley of the Temples near Agrigento, featuring eight ancient Greek temples and ruins from 510-430 BC....
Palermo's Noble Past
Visit the exclusive and unique Palazzo Conte Federico, you'll be welcomed by the owners as they show you their beautiful...
Picturesque Cefalu
Visit Cefalu, a charming fishing village with historic influences, a Gothic-Norman cathedral, medieval wash house, and S...
Old City & Monreale
Tour Sicily's capital, Palermo, and visit Monreale's cathedral. Enjoy Palermo's historic center, the Duomo, and Monreale...