Embark on a nocturnal exploration of Palermo’s historic heart, uncover its stately historical edifices, baroque temples, and intriguing tales and myths.
The journey commences at the renowned Teatro Massimo, Italy’s biggest opera venue. Delve into the narrative of the Florio family, Palermo’s key figures during the Belle Époque period.
We’ll stroll past the San Domenico church, the city’s Pantheon and resting place of Giovanni Falcone.
Venturing into the Vucciria, our destination is the Quattro Canti, adjacent to the ‘Fountain of Shame’ and the Palazzo delle Aquile
In proximity to the San Cataldo church, defined by its three arabesque, crimson domes, and the monastery and temple of Santa Caterina, preserving age-old Sicilian sweet recipes by the nuns.
Pause for a coffee at the historic Torrefazione Stagnitta before reaching Palazzo Ganci, known for being a film set location for The Leopard.
Our exploration ends at the Antica Focacceria, a hallmark of traditional Palermo gastronomy