• Catacombe dei Cappuccini - The tour of the Capuchin Catacombs in Palermo provides a captivating and intriguing experience, delving into Sicilian history and burial customs. Situated beneath the Capuchin convent, this site contains over 8,000 mummified bodies, organized along corridors categorized by religious figures, nobility, women, children, and professionals. The mummies, dating from the 16th to the 19th century, are dressed in period attire and are sometimes remarkably preserved due to the techniques employed by the Capuchin friars. The tour offers a chance to view the renowned mummy of Rosalia Lombardo, a child who passed away in 1920, whose body remains astonishingly intact. This journey provides a unique opportunity to contemplate the connection between life and death, history and spirituality, all within an atmosphere of silence and reverence.
• Catacomba Paleocristiana di Porta d’Ossuna - The tour of the Catacombs of Porta d’Ossuna, located in the heart of Palermo, offers an intriguing exploration of the city’s late-ancient history. This network of early Christian catacombs, dating back to the fourth century AD, is among the earliest Christian burial sites in Sicily. During the visit, participants will navigate an intricate system of underground galleries, adorned with funerary niches, loculi, and arcosols, which narrate the story of Christianity’s early presence. The ambiance is evocative, with soft lighting illuminating the ancient corridors carved into the tuff, creating an experience rich in spiritual and historical significance. The catacombs, partially explored and still under study, provide a rare glimpse into how the Christian community approached burial and the veneration of the dead. The tour is a unique opportunity to uncover a hidden aspect of Palermo, away from the usual tourist paths, yet brimming with allure and mystery.
• Catacomba paleocristiana di Villagrazia di Carini - The tour of the Catacombs of Villagrazia di Carini, situated a few kilometers from Palermo, offers an exploration of the early Christian world in Sicily. This catacomb complex, dating from the 4th-5th centuries AD, is one of the most significant in the region, demonstrating the spread of Christianity on the island. During the tour, participants will explore underground tunnels carved into the tuff, featuring numerous loculi and arcosols used for family burials. The vastness of the Villagrazia di Carini catacombs, spanning over 3,500 square meters, and their architectural intricacy are impressive. Along the way, visitors can admire inscriptions, Christian symbols, and remnants of frescoes that once adorned the tombs. The visit provides insight into ancient Christian burial practices and offers a chance to reflect on the relationship between life and the afterlife in late antiquity. The silence and evocative atmosphere make the tour a unique experience, rich in spirituality and history.

• Palace entrance tickets

• Lunch
• entrance ticket

The captivating tour of Palermo’s catacombs offers a distinctive exploration of the island’s history, mystery, and spirituality. It begins at the renowned Capuchin Catacombs, where visitors can marvel at the well-preserved body of Rosalia Lombardo, a child whose remains have been intact to this day.

The journey proceeds to the Catacombs of Porta d’Ossuna.

Finally, the tour reaches the Catacombs of Villagrazia di Carini.

This tour provides an opportunity to explore three significant sites that connect the subterranean world of Palermo, away from the typical tourist paths, yet rich in allure and enigma, blending religious traditions with ancient burial customs.

• The guide will be waiting for you with a sign - Palermo On Tour
• There is an hour and 10 minutes of travel between one site and another

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