Hop-on Hop-off Bus Palermo
Palermo, Italy
From€15
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Free things to do in Palermo
You don't need a big budget to enjoy Palermo. These experiences are completely free to attend, though many still require you to reserve a spot in advance because capacity is limited.
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About this list
Why this shortlist
Free walking tours are the single most popular free activity in Palermo, and we list every reputable one in town. Many are tip-based, which means you pay what you think the tour was worth at the end.
Aside from walking tours, look for free museum entry days, open-air concerts, and self-guided routes with downloadable maps.
Shortlist
Free things to do in Palermo
Palermo: Bus Transfer To/From Airport and City Center
Palermo, Italy
From€6
Norman Palace and Palatine Chapel: Entry Ticket + Guided Tour
Palermo, Italy
From€67.15
Palazzo Bonocore: Entry Ticket + Audio Guide App
Palermo, Italy
From€8
Palermo: Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class
Palermo, Italy
From€63.48
Palermo Botanical Garden: Entry Ticket
Palermo, Italy
From€11
Palermo: No Mafia Guided Walking Tour
Palermo, Italy
From€34
Erice: Day Trip from Palermo + Sicilian Lunch + Salt Route
Palermo, Italy
From€135.20
Palermo: Guided Bike Tour + Food Tasting
Palermo, Italy
From€44
Palermo: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour with Norman Palace
Palermo, Italy
From€78.20
Steri Chiaromonte Palace: Entry Ticket
Palermo, Italy
From€11
Regional Archaeological Museum Antonino Salinas: Entry Ticket
Palermo, Italy
From€11
Zisa Castle: Entry Ticket
Palermo, Italy
From€11
Palermo: Guided Vucciria Market Food Tour
Palermo, Italy
From€35
Mondello: Boat Tour from Palermo + Snorkeling + Snacks & Drink
Palermo, Italy
From€50
Aeolian Islands: One-Way Ferry from Lipari to Filicudi
Palermo, Italy
From€14.93
Aeolian Islands: One-Way Ferry Transfer from Milazzo to Filicudi
Palermo, Italy
From€24.90
Aeolian Islands: One-Way Ferry from Lipari to Alicudi
Palermo, Italy
From€17.82
Cefalù & Monreale: Day Tour from Palermo + Optional Boat Cruise
Palermo, Italy
From€84.15
Palermo: Private Sunset Sailboat Tour + Dinner + Wine
Palermo, Italy
From€220
Aeolian Islands: One-Way Ferry from Lipari to Milazzo
Palermo, Italy
From€13.89
Mondello: Sunset Boat Tour from Palermo + Swim Stop + Aperitif
Palermo, Italy
From€55
Mondello: Rock Climbing Adventure + Roundtrip Transfer
Palermo, Italy
From€120
MiniMupa Museum: Skip The Line Ticket
Palermo, Italy
From€5
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FAQ
- Are tip-based tours really free?
- Yes, there's no obligation to tip. Most guides survive on tips, though, so €5–€10 per person is the norm if you enjoyed it.