Palermo: Mafia history and present, Street Food Walking Tour

24 Reviews
Guided tours Tours Neighborhood tours Deals & Discounts Culture & history Wheelchair accessible Sightseeing Educational activities Food & drinks

Explore Palermo’s historic center on a walking tour. Learn about the Sicilian Mafia, enjoy a pizzo-free aperitivo, and savor iconic street food.

Highlights

  • Savor a Sicilian aperitivo with 4 tasting stops
  • Learn about the history and present of the Mafia in pizzo-free venues
  • Hear true stories from a law expert guide who worked in the Supreme Court
  • Enjoy an evening tour in the historic city center
  • Discover the stories of those who had the courage to say no to the Mafia

Description

Meet your guide, a Law graduate with experience at the Italian Supreme Court, and begin your journey through the heart of Palermo’s historic center. Discover the history of the Sicilian Mafia, from its origins to today’s criminal organizations, and hear the stories of those who had the courage to say no. Every food stop is hosted in a pizzo-free establishment, a symbol of civic resistance and Palermo’s pride. Each bite is not only a taste of Sicily, but also a connection to the people keeping it free from the racket. Enjoy a true Sicilian pizzo-free aperitivo, with four iconic tastings: sfincione and pani câ meusa in an iconic Palermo street food spot, 1) traditional fried treats (panelle, crocchè, arancine), 2) sfincione and pani câ meusa 3) Sicilian craft beer, 4) tasting of different sicilian desserts Vegan/vegeterian/kids options are available. End with a reflection on how the Mafia has evolved and how everyday choices can help in its defeat.

Includes

Walking tour of Palermo's historic center Visit to pizzo-free establishments Sicilian pizzo-free aperitivo with four iconic tastings: Sfincione, pani câ meusa, traditional fried treats, Sicilian craft beer, typical Sicilian dessert Guided exploration of the history of the Sicilian Mafia PDF no mafia guide, to keep discovering the history of mafia after the tour ends

Important Information

  • The tour involves walking through the city, so comfortable shoes are recommended. The tour includes tastings of local foods, which may not be suitable for those with specific dietary restrictions.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Directions

Gallery

Book Nearby Accommodation

Get Directions
Check availability

My Lists

Create New Guide

OR

Mini Guides
Arrow

Login to create your guides for Sicily.

Add to My Guide

Create New Guide

Cancel

Cancel

We Are Part of the My Guide Network!

My Guide Sicily is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.

We are now in 180+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.

Nearby Destinations

Events in Sicily

Please select a Date first.

Search for a company in Sicily