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“Palermo seemed to me a city that was both splendid and decadent, whose appearance a bit in ruins fascinated me very much...”
(Daniel Pennac)

“Here there is only spring and summer”
(Richard Wagner)

“Anyone who has seen the sky of Palermo once will never forget it”
(Johann Wolfgang von Goethe)

Looking for a tour guide in Palermo?

Want to take a tour with a friendly and professional tour guide in Palermo? You are in the right place!

Welcome to Palermo! Strategically located on the northwestern coast of Sicily, Palermo presents itself as an eclectic, exotic, ancient yet modern city.

Why choose me as your Palermo tour guide?

My name is Danila Castro and I am an authorized tour guide for Sicily with qualifications both in English and Spanish.

As both a tour guide and someone who is native to Palermo, I’d like to help you discover some of the amazing places it can offer as well as show you its unique charm!

My Palermo guided tours and other tours proposed here are private, on request and for small groups. I can also help you create customized visits according to your wishes.

Why seek a tour guide to visit Palermo?

The best way to discover this multi-ethnic and multifaceted city is with a tour guide. This will certainly give you a professional and reliable service.

Whether you’re visiting the city for the first time, or returning, Palermo will always surprise you with its big personality. Let me be your guide to the splendours and “decadence” of this fascinating and mysterious city!

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Palermo guided tours

Palermo historical districts tour

Palermo old districts tour: a charming walk through Loggia and Kalsa districts Palermo Districts Tour with local guide will let you uncover a part of the historic town center with some  charming neighborhoods, often left out by those  who visit Palermo only for a few days. An interesting itinerary through two ancient districts: Loggia, which, […]

Palermo baroque tour

Baroque Palermo tour: streets, Churches and Oratories The Baroque Palermo tour is a guided walking tour that takes you to explore less beaten tracks.  If you are already familiar with the most famous sites in town, the Tour of the Baroque in Palermo will lead you to explore some stunning sites enjoying the beautiful traces […]

Palermo Middle Ages and Baroque tour

Middle Ages and Baroque Palermo tour Choosing what to visit in Palermo is quite difficult due to all it has to offer. There are so many alternatives; if you don’t want to focus on a single characteristic but wish to explore different aspects of Palermo without getting tired, I suggest Middle Ages and Baroque Palermo […]

Arab-Norman Palermo tour

Guided tour of Palermo: Arab-Norman itinerary This guided walking tour will allow you to admire and appreciate some of the most beautiful monuments of the Arab-Norman itinerary of Palermo, which was recognized as World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2015. The guided tour of the Arab-Norman route is, in fact, dedicated to the wonderful testimonies […]

Palermo markets and street food

Palermo markets tour Do you want to “immerse” yourself in our historic markets and experience them firsthand? Do you want to discover the flavors of our tradition and the street food of Palermo? Are you curious to know the ancient origins of some of our typical dishes? The tour of the Historical Markets of Palermo will allow […]

Discover Palermo walking tour

3 hours Palermo walking tour Travelling to Palermo for the first time? Looking for Palermo guided walking tours? Then look no more! Here is the best one for you. 3 hour walking tour of Palermo with private tour guide will let you discover the most famous attractions of Palermo’s historic city center, one of the […]

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REVIEWS OF MY TOURS

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Allan BombardAllan Bombard
15:15 04 Nov 23
We were incredibly fortunate to find and spend the morning with Danila. She was punctual, engaging, very well informed, and a lot of fun to be with. Her inquisitive demeanor resulted in all of us... wanting to learn more. Our 3-hour tour was perfect, and Danila left us with several good suggestions for things to do afterwards. We recommend her highly, and would not hesitate to use her services again. Thank you, Danila!!ATBsterread more
Robert BoggsRobert Boggs
23:14 03 Nov 23
Danila Castro is a real gem! She was by far our favorite guide during a 3-week-long circuit of Sicily. During an all-day walking tour she revealed to us a broad range of the delights offered by... Palermo—from the high art of her cathedrals to street food in her bustling markets. The scope of Danila’s knowledge is impressive, and she conveys it in strong English with verve and obvious enthusiasm for her subjects. Our experience of Palermo was much enhanced by her guidance. We strongly recommend Danila to anyone who seeks a knowledgeable and engaging guide to Sicily’s premier city.read more
mari clarkmari clark
08:58 05 Oct 23
Our afternoon w Danila was perfect. She sold me on a city I wasn't so hip on at first. Her knowledge of the history of Polermo is significant, and her love for it shown through. Her English was... impeccable, and she worked to fit us into her schedule. And she was fun! And we got to eat gelato! 🤣Our whole group was very impressed. All gave thumbs up!!read more
Luisa FerrariLuisa Ferrari
13:36 16 Sep 23
Danila is an extremely knowledgeable and professional guide. His passionate narrative allows you to get to the heart of Palermo's history, rich in details and nuances. It is the second year that my... husband and I have turned to you to discover this fascinating city.Thank you Danila for your availability and kindness!! See you soon,Luisa and Luigiread more
Luigi ZicariLuigi Zicari
21:32 28 Jun 23
We visited Palermo (4 adults and 3 boys) relying on Danila; it was a beautiful experience!Danila "bewitched" us for 4 hours with his cultured, bewitching and inexhaustible narration of the city,... fulfilling all our requests with courteous promptness.She was so good at conveying her obvious love for this city, that we didn't feel tired or, least of all, the desire to do anything else.At the end of the tour that we even wanted to continue beyond the established time, it seemed to us to greet a "friend" rather than a person we just met!Thank youLuigi Zicari - Rome.read more
Alice AlexandruAlice Alexandru
15:29 27 Dec 22
I came in Palermo on Monday and i was so dissapointed of the city.Then i meet Danila. Well, words can’t describe the waves of emotions i’ve been trough all the journey. She is “pure gold” and she... has an amazing way of making you fall inlove of Palermo!read more
Fabio ValenteFabio Valente
14:22 31 Oct 22
Knowing Palermo thanks to Danila is knowing the essence of the city. In addition to a great professionalism and excellent monumental and architectural preparation, she makes you passionate about the... history of every building, alley, church or square. You come home not only having known ... but above all having "lived" the beautiful Palermo. Thanks Danila! On our next visit.read more
Silvia ToffoliSilvia Toffoli
16:36 26 Jul 22
Danila was just the ideal guide, we are a family of 4 with two teenagers and a dogWe visited Palermo between history, local legends and cuisine.A journey through time that is never boring as culture... and curiosity alternate. This "private" tour allows you to follow your "personal" rhythms, forget the clock and every square and corner of this wonderful city becomes an opportunity and a unique amazement thanks to Danila who transmitted to us the love for her city and which introduced us to the best cannoli ever eatenread more
gianluca cottagianluca cotta
13:57 12 Jul 22
Danila was a fantastic guide. If I were to return to Palermo I would not think twice to contact her again to rely on her excellent driving skills. He has an amazing knowledge of the city and has an... innate ability to make you love this wonderful city.I would recommend it without a shadow of a doubt.read more
Claudia FrassinetiClaudia Frassineti
18:50 11 Apr 22
In my opinion, a good guide must be able to capture your attention even after hours of visiting. Well .... then Danila is !!!!! Prepared, available, she puts a lot of enthusiasm and passion into her... work. He was able to give us valuable advice on restaurants, visits to be done independently in the rest of the days. Absolutely satisfied so I can only recommend her highly. Thanks Danila !!!!read more
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