Palermo Virtual Tour: Splendour and Decadence in Sicily's Incredible Capital
Discover the magnificent art and culture of Sicily's fascinating capital
Palermo Virtual Tour: Splendour and Decadence in Sicily's Incredible Capital
duration 1.5 hours
Tour Overview
Palermo is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, where decadence and splendour live side by side. Its contrasting architecture stands testament to the passage of diverse cultures: Carthaginians, the Greeks, Romans, Normans, French and Spanish - the city’s cultural sights incorporate everything from Moorish architecture to Norman cathedrals. Baroque art, Norman and Byzantine architecture, beautiful mosaics, and medieval buildings and monuments spread all over the historic center - an extraordinary artistic tapestry that is the result of centuries of invasions. Palermo is famous too for its historic outdoor street markets, encompassing the traditions of Sicilian people. Ballarò is the largest and oldest market in the city - it's loud, smelly, and busy - Palermo at it's characteristic best. Join expert guide Andrea on this unique virtual tour to discover the many fascinating faces of Sicily's unique capital - see you in Palermo!
If the day of the week or start time of this group tour doesn't work for you, please email us at office@througheternity.com to arrange a suitable alternative date.
Tour includes:
- Immersive webinar with local guide Andrea
- In-depth exploration of Palermo
- Have your questions answered by Andrea
Highlights:
- Ballarò Market
- The Opera House
- Palermo Cathedral
- Monreale Cathedral
Tour Description
Meet your guide: Andrea
Hi I’m Andrea! A native of Naples, I’ve lived in the Campania region of Italy all my life, and I have a deep love for its art, archeology, music, architecture, cuisine, natural beauty and - of course - its people. I have shared this world with many, many visitors over the years,showcasing the vast range of this wonderful place. When I was 14 years old I started working as an actor in theatres, and this plays a central role in how I communicate on my tours today - I always try to put something theatrical into everything I do :-)
What Exactly is a Through Eternity Virtual Tour?
The world of travel might be on hold right now, but just because we're all staying at home to help the world overcome a common enemy doesn't mean we have to put our wanderlust on the back burner. Frustrated with not being able to get our travel fix, we decided to transform our award-winning tours into immersive virtual experiences, meaning you can still explore Italy’s spectacular archaeological sites and jaw-dropping museums from the comfort of your own home.
As a sign of our gratitude to those who are on the front line fighting the Coronavirus, we would be more than happy to invite all first responders, health workers and NHS workers to join our Virtual Tours for free. Please message our office staff directly!
* Please note that the booking times are in US Eastern Standard Time and Rome, Italy CET is 6 hours ahead *
Fun and informative, our virtual tours take the form of online real-time presentations led by our expert guides. Combining videos, high-definition photos and more, our guides will be sharing their wealth of knowledge and experience with you on these interactive walkthroughs of Italy’s most fascinating sites. The live format of our virtual tours means you’ll be able to ask your guide anything you wish, just like on a normal tour. We really believe it's the next best thing to being here!
Please note that the proceeds from our online tours go directly to our guides, providing them with a valuable lifeline in these tough times for the world of travel. Thank you for your support!
Tour Reviews
5.0 (8 reviews)
This is the second time I have taken this tour and it was even better this time. First of all, Palermo is STUNNING. IMO Sicily is one of the best kept secrets in Italy. Secondly, Andrea is truly an outstanding guide. He is so incredibly knowledgeable about the rich and diverse history, the different kinds of architecture, the culture and food, and the people. It's hard to keep track of the history, starting in 1130, but Andrea makes it so much clearer. This is a virtual tour that really gives you a little bit of everything. The beauty of this city is amazing. And Andrea's passion for his part of Italy makes it all the better. Trust me, you will LOVE this virtual tour.
Loved the tour of Palermo with Andrea. The mix of history, architecture, and current culture brought the city to life. I will have to visit Palermo some day.
