In a nutshell

Admire Palermo at your own pace with a panoramic bus tour that takes you through its most iconic landmarks. From the spectacular view of Monte Pellegrino and the Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia to the symbolic monuments of the historic center, such as Piazza dell’Indipendenza, Porta Felice and the majestic Cathedral. Relax, take photos and be amazed by the beauty of the city as Palermo unfolds before your eyes.

Main stops

Sightseeing bus tour climbing Monte Pellegrino
Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia: photo stop
Old town: Piazza Indipendenza; Porta Felice; Piazza Verdi
Palermo Cathedral
Free time

The programme

Your trip starts on Monte Pellegrino, at the shrine of Santa Rosalia: the “Santuzza”, as she is affectionately known by the people of Palermo.
Take some souvenir photos of the headland that Goethe described as “the most beautiful in the world”: on one side is the bay of Mondello and Femmine island, on the other the Gulf of Palermo as far as Bagheria and Cefalù.
You’ll have your fill of views also in Piazza Indipendenza, passing in front of the Palazzo Reale. The final click is in Piazza Verdi, where you’ll see the Teatro Massimo.
And if you're looking for full immersion into the art and history of Palermo, the Cathedral awaits you. Enter to discover the details of its various architectural styles up close, without missing the solar meridian with its zodiac signs along the central nave.

Good to know

The “Adagio Tour” was born from the collaboration between Costa Crociere Foundation and AISM, with the aim of offering land experiences at a “slower” pace and itineraries with fewer architectural barriers, designed for people with accessibility needs.
The “Adagio Tour” version of this excursion is available on all ships.
The places available for the "Adagio Tour" version are limited
If you use a wheelchair, the reservation of the "Adagio Tour" must necessarily be made through your cruise representative or through the contact channels of the Customer Center.
Accessible rest rooms are available in the square.
Wear suitable clothing for the places of worship you will be visiting.