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City Sightseeing: Palermo Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

Explore Palermo with a 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off bus ticket. Enjoy Line A, B or Monreale routes, audio guide in 8 languages, free Wi-Fi, onboard assistance & more. Book your Palermo sightseeing tour today.

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Highlights

  • Hop on and Hop off for many times you wish to.
  • Explore the city from different angles, and get to know the life of the place
  • Facility of wi-fi is available
  • The multilingual commentary is available for making the experience more interesting.
  • Facility of downloading the Sightseeing Experience App is available with which one can track the current location of the bus and mark the place left for visiting
  • Smartphone Voucher is Accepted! No need to print the tickets.

Overview

Delve into the city Palermo and go inside the real picture of the city using the fabulous facility of Palermo Hop On Hop Off. Go ahead and cherish your eyes with Zisa Castle, Cathedral of Monreale, Liberty City, and Mondello beach. This bus service will mesmerize you with the thrilling tour experience. Surrender yourself to the Palermo Hop On Hop Off Bus service and let your day become a memorable day of your life.

Itinerary

Hop on the Palermo Hop On Hop Off Bus and take your seats and get ready to explore the city of Palermo. The bus will take to two different divisions, one to line A where you will get the chance to come across numerous historical centers and know about the prehistoric life of people living in ancient age. This can be a good knowledge section for you.
On line B, the bus will take to the Liberty City area and take you to the Zisa Castle. The castle is the best example of stonework embedded with a pattern of blind arches. The ground of the castle is inspired by the Islamic style and composed of hundreds of spools that connects to each other, that forms the designs and light ornaments. There are various artefacts made of brass, gold, and silver. Further, the bus will reach the Monreale Cathedral an ancient church and a fantastic example of Norman architecture in Sicily. The church is on the Rocco Di Monreale, and there you can appreciate the Conca d’Oro.
On the bus, while you visit the places, a multilingual commentary that contains stories of historical references and various anecdotes are provided. Don’t skip to it the museums, shows, and the Mondello Beach as you can take advantage of discounts for booking admissions in it. Make sure to visit all the section provided in the information leaflet.
On board, the wi-fi facility is available so that you can download the Sightseeing Experience APP. It is the best way to align yourself, move and visit in the city. The App comprises of an interactive map that will guide you the position of buses in actual time. It also shows the waiting time for each stop and your current position just for facilitating your reach to the nearest stop.

Schedule

Line 'A' (RED):
  • First Bus: 10:00am, Last Bus: 05:00pm
  • Frequency: Every 30 minutes
  • Duration: 60 minutes Approx.
  • First Stop: Stop 1: Teatro Politeama 
     
Line 'B' (BLUE):
  • First Bus: 12:00pm, Last Bus: 04:00pm
  • Frequency: Every 60 minutes
  • Duration: 50 minutes
  • First Stop: Stop 1: Teatro Politeama

Inclusions

  • 24 Hours Palermo Hop On Hop Off Bus Ticket
  • Access to Line A + Line B or Line Monreale (as per the option selected)
  • Pre-recorded commentary in 8 different languages (Italian, English, Spanish, Japanese, French, German, Russian, Portuguese)
  • Free Wi-fi on board
  • Assistance on board
  • Sightseeing Experience Free App
  • Assistance at the Visitor Center City Sightseeing Palermo (Via Emerico Amari n. 138)

Exclusions

  • Entrance Fee (Unless specified)
  • Meals
  • Hotel Transfers

Redemption Info

  • You can board the bus at any stop and voucher can be exchanged directly with the driver.
  • You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour.
  • Please check your ticket to know when it expires.
  • After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid.
  • In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
  • Flexible Ticket: The voucher can be used within 5 days from the date indicated during the purchase.
  • Mobile App: For live bus tracking on the day of travel - please download the "Sightseeing Experience" App in advance of arrival.

Know Before You Go

  • Voucher Information: Mobile or Paper Vouchers are accepted!
  • Free Wi-Fi Onboard: Yes
  • Facilitated access for disabled people: Yes
  • Domestic Animals: The access to the bus is permitted for little and medium domestic animals only if they are inoffensive. Using muzzle and leash is mandatory, as alternative to the muzzle it is possible to use a pet carrier. The holder must also assure that the animal doesn’t disturb or damage other passengers or the staff on the bus and that doesnt’ get the bus dirty, the penalty will be the full reimbursement of the damage. The owner or the holder of the animal is liable for the damage caused.
  • Policy Baggages on board: For safety reasons it is strictly forbidden to bring luggages, awkward bags, big backpacks or builky baggages on board the City Sightseeing buses.
  • Mobile App: Customers are advised to download the "Sightseeing Experience" app to see the most up to date bus stop locations and timings.
  • Useful Contacts: Need any help at destination, please contact our local partner on +39 3248114807 (Call OR WhatsApp) (Daily: from 7:00am till 7:30pm). You can also email at Info@sightseeing-experience.com.
  • After Tour Complaint: If you have after tour complaint, please write us at support@sightseeingo.com. Important: Please note the stop name/number that you were waiting at and the time when you were waiting  for the bus. If possible please take picture of bus number and staff name also. These information will help us to investigate further in your complaint. It may take 5-7 working days to investigate and our support team will get back to you during this period.
  • Tours operate in all weather, rain or shine. Refunds due to weather will not be granted unless the service is suspended as a result of weather.
  • Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.
  • Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, specially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. No Refund possible in such conditions.

If you booked Mondello Bus and Beach option, remind that:

  • Sunbed is included with each ticket purchased. Beach resort provides you one umbrella for every two sunbeds. Please note that if you book for a single person, you likely have to share your umbrella with someone else.
  • Sunbed is not included for children and infant rates, but they can pay for it on board bus.

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Cancellation Policy

  • You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
  • Any modifications made less than 48 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
  • The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
  • This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.

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Great overview of the city with interesting, ample commentary...

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Jane McIntosh

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06 May 26

Member of staff was welcoming and handed us a set of earphones. Commentry was interesting cos without it, it would have ...

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Moyra Hassan

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06 May 26

Great introduction to the city on the red line. We took the first bus from the first stop at 10 am and weren't slowed b...

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Ms PR Jones

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02 May 26

Wir hatten keinen Flyer oder ähnliches um zu sehen wo wir eigentlich hinfahren. Zum Glück konnte man eine Karte downlo...

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Eugen Jost

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30 Apr 26

- very well organized
- plenty of informatiion, sometimes perhaps a little to much
- interesting tours
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Olaf Meesenburg

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07 Dec 25

Many sights were missed, and information was limited and difficult to understand ...

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Raelene Campana

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12 Nov 25

Everything was as promised, including the audio narrative...

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D Smucker

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28 Oct 25

Enjoyable tour done red route due to time unable to do blue route save for next time ...

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Wilfred SUTTO

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09 Oct 25

Could be more interesting. Can be an opportunity to talk more about sicily history and modern sicily. It was a little.bi...

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Branimir Gjurašin

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02 Sep 25

Good...

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Oleg Karat

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27 Aug 25

Was a great way to get intro to Palermo. The red route was a bit short but worked as we had limited time and showed us t...

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Scott Cholewa

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07 Aug 25

Excellent bus tours. Easy to find the bus stops and clear and well driven buses. ...

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Nik Swettenham

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30 Jun 25

More information about areas and buildings would have been appreciated. We often could not discern what buildings were b...

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Randy Williams

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29 Jun 25

Great way to get acquainted with the city....easy to use and staff was very helpful...

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Judi Doling

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16 Jun 25

Good experience....

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Kaili Veske

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04 Jun 25

La gita mi e' piacuta. Abbiamo ricevuto molte info. Le ragazze a disposizione per ogni domanda. Un' esperienza bella e i...

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Karmen Kocjancic

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31 May 25

Amazing ...

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Teresa grant

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28 May 25

Very interesting city. Being able to do both routes (red and blue) was a plus. Thanks...

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Paul Labelle

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14 May 25

Always love using Hop On Hop Off buses. Great way of getting around and town/city. This proved to be the case in Palermo...

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Helen Chong

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10 May 25

Very short tours/routes the lengths of both A and B lines combined would be a single line in other cities....

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Lee Jenner

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06 May 25

Excellent way to see the city. The staff are friendly and helpful. Thank you. ...

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Pauline Devile

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19 Apr 25
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Ivan Mihovilovic

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18 Feb 25

Perfect for a great overview of the city with convenience to all of the sites...

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Dan Peters

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25 Oct 24

Okay for giving overview of Palermo, but bus did not stick to route ( probably because of traffic) and rarely stopped, ...

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Joy Scott

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05 Oct 24

The excursion is excellent. The technical condition of the audio accompaniment is very bad. The headphone outputs do not...

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Kira Khalamendik

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20 Sep 24

Tour was good, but the music played during the ride could have an upgrade, too much barok!
Also you need to pay €10...

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Marcel Pomper

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17 Sep 24

No signage for their bus stop as you find in other major cities in Europe. It was 33 degrees plus in middle of day and i...

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Marisa Schreier

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04 Sep 24

It was okay. ...

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Inna Teplyakova

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31 Aug 24

The tour was nice, the comment in many languages very helpfull. You can get off and back on the bus at any stop to take ...

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Sylva Vascakova

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12 Aug 24

Friendly guides...

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Judith Curtis

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15 Jul 24

Nice and instructive ...

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William Philippon

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26 Jun 24

Was a great way to tour palermo city and explore Montreal ...

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Carol-Anne Claudia King

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06 Jun 24

Was a great way to tour palermo city and explore Montreal ...

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Carol-Anne Claudia King

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06 Jun 24

Enjoyable experience, ...

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Greg Morgan

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29 May 24

great way to see the city...

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Marek Filin

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27 May 24

Enjoyable experience, ...

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Greg Morgan

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26 May 24

Really enjoyable tour - our guide was very knowledgeable and made it great fun. The food was amazing (although I wasn't...

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Hilary Cadger

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11 May 24

Thank you! Everything was perfect. ...

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Ernst Kohla

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30 Apr 24

Great way to explore!...

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Plamena Kalaydzhieva

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24 Apr 24

It was interesting experience, but also it would be great to expand the routes. ...

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Anzhelika Zozulia

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13 Apr 24

It was great. I love hop on hop off. ...

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David yule

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06 Mar 24

It was great. I love hop on hop off. ...

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David yule

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06 Mar 24

Routes were good and easy to find stops. Some technical difficulties with the audio guide....

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Colette Johnston

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26 Jan 24

Definitely, worth the £34 we paid for 2 people. The cathedral is worth a visit and exploring street markets nearby. Our...

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