Palermo Food Tour: 10+ Tastings of Arancini, Cannoli & Wine
One of Palermo's highest-rated food tours, this three-and-a-half-hour walk packs more than ten tastings into the historic centre and finishes at the Ballaro market, with hotel pick-up and the guide's tip already built into the price.
What you'll do
A local guide leads you through the maze of Palermo's centre, past the Cathedral and into the Ballaro market, stopping for more than ten tastings along the way. You work through the icons — a classic arancina, panelle and crocche, pasta alla Norma, sfincione, a signature secret dish and a real cannolo — paired with coffee, a glass of Sicilian white and a shot of sweet Zibibbo wine.
The tour's edge is convenience: hotel pick-up and drop-off are included, and so is the guide's gratuity, so there is little to sort on the day. Multiple start times mean you can slot it around the rest of your trip.
Who it's for
Best for food lovers who want a generous, wine-paired tour and door-to-door ease rather than the lowest price. The five-star average across hundreds of reviews reflects consistent guides and portions that reliably add up to a full meal — come hungry.
What's included
- Classic arancina, panelle & crocche
- Pasta alla Norma & a real cannolo
- Coffee, white wine & a shot of Zibibbo
- Sfincione & a Sicilian soda
- Guide's gratuity included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Additional food or drinks
- Anything not listed above
Meeting point & cancellation
You meet at Porta Nuova in the morning, or Via Maqueda for afternoon departures. Your exact meeting point and start time are confirmed on the booking page.
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
What travellers say
★★★★★
Great variety and value. Arancina, cannoli, sausage, croquettes, pasta, wine and pizza, all excellent, with a lovely history of the dishes and the area.
Courtney · United States · Jul 2026★★★★★
Our guide had skip-the-line tickets for the convent bakery, so we avoided the wait and the cannoli were the best I have ever tasted. A must-do in Sicily.
Janet · United Kingdom · Jun 2026★★★★★
So many dishes I had never tried, a wonderful explosion of flavours, and delicious local wines and beers. The time flew by. Highly recommend.
Eneritz · Spain · Jul 2026Frequently asked questions
How many tastings are on this Palermo food tour?
More than ten, spread across the historic centre and the Ballaro market, including arancina, panelle, pasta alla Norma, sfincione and a cannolo, with coffee, white wine and a shot of Zibibbo.
Is hotel pick-up included?
Yes — hotel pick-up and drop-off are included, along with the guide's gratuity, so there is little to arrange on the day.
How long does it last?
About three and a half hours at a relaxed pace, with plenty of stops.
Is there a group size limit?
Yes, the group is capped at twelve travellers so it stays personal.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes, free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. Confirm the terms on the booking page before paying.
