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Palermo No Mafia Walking Tour: Dive deep into Sicily's Anti-Mafia Culture
4.8
1,026 Ratings
Palermo
Immerse yourself in Palermo’s Anti-Mafia Culture on a walking tour. Explore historic sights, learn about Cosa Nostra, and witness the city’s rebellion against the Mafia’s grip.
Immerse yourself in Palermo’s Anti-Mafia Culture on a walking tour. Explore historic sights, learn about Cosa Nostra, and witness the city’s rebellion against the Mafia’s grip.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Teatro Massimo - This renowned opera house in Palermo is famous for hosting the most intense scene in The Godfather III. Additionally, it stands as a symbol of the city’s revival following years of Mafia violence.
- Wall of Legality - Italy’s longest mural, stretching 70 meters, depicts well-known Mafia victims and is part of an urban renewal…
- Teatro Massimo - This renowned opera house in Palermo is famous for hosting the most intense scene in The Godfather III. Additionally, it stands as a symbol of the city’s revival following years of Mafia violence.
- Wall of Legality - Italy’s longest mural, stretching 70 meters, depicts well-known Mafia victims and is part of an urban renewal initiative. It offers an opportunity to recognize these faces and capture some memorable photos!
- Capo Street Market - This vibrant, historic open-air market provides insight into the Mafia’s influence on local shopkeepers, all while exploring one of the city’s most lively and intriguing areas.
- Palazzo di Giustizia - Piazza della Memoria, located near the Palermo Court House, serves as a memorial for judges and prosecutors who lost their lives to the Mafia.
- Cattedrale di Palermo - In front of the stunning Arab-Norman Cathedral, guides discuss the complex relationship between the Catholic Church and the Mafia.
- Cappadonia Gelati - As you stroll along the Cassaro, you’ll notice an orange sticker on the windows of this famous gelato shop. The owners, like many others, have refused to pay the extortion fee, or ‘pizzo’, and have joined the Addiopizzo movement’s campaign for Mafia-free consumption. You too can support them with some “good” shopping!
- Palazzo Pretorio, Municipio di Palermo - Palermo’s City Hall has housed both corrupt politicians and those who have bravely fought against the Mafia.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Solidarity quote: a small contribution to Addiopizzo local NGO
- Local guide
- Solidarity quote: a small contribution to Addiopizzo local NGO
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in the magnificent Italian landscapes as you traverse through the city of Palermo, encountering ancient landmarks while learning about the groups opposing the Mafia. Acquire knowledge about ‘Cosa Nostra’ and the civil antimafia movement as you stroll through the scenic streets and plazas. Explore a city that is courageously resisting…
Immerse yourself in the magnificent Italian landscapes as you traverse through the city of Palermo, encountering ancient landmarks while learning about the groups opposing the Mafia. Acquire knowledge about ‘Cosa Nostra’ and the civil antimafia movement as you stroll through the scenic streets and plazas. Explore a city that is courageously resisting the Mafia’s protection racket!
- Comfortable shoes are suggested
- In case of rainy weather, an umberella and a dry jacket would be necessary
- No health restrictions
Location
P.za Giuseppe Verdi, 455
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi
We will meet in front of the main entrance of Teatro Massimo. Our guides wear a blue backpack with the white words 'NO MAFIA'.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(1026 Ratings)
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Jean_n
Jan 18, 2026
Best tour in Palermo! - This was hands down the most interesting tour we experienced in Palermo. The guide was terrific, VERY knowledgeable and passionate about the history and role of the Mafia in Palermo - both past and present. HIGHLY recommend!
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Silviavaldre
Jan 4, 2026
Not the usual tour! - Beautiful experience: a nice interesting and informative tour. Attilio, our guide, was clearly very involved and passionate and shone through the explanation. Recommended!
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Christopher_l
Jan 2, 2026
Sylvia - Our guide, Sylvia, was superb. Extremely knowledgeable and obviously very passionate about no mafia mission. Highly recommended
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Camper42151749885
Dec 30, 2025
Fantastic Learning Experience - Our tour was fantastic! The guide was very friendly and well spoken. He gave a very balanced viewpoint and explained the mafia of old and current very well. We learned a lot. Our teenage children also enjoyed it. Also gives you a good orientation tour of the city so you can go back to visit places of interest later on. I thoroughly recommend.
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Roman_j
Dec 24, 2025
Most informative tour - This was the most informative tour. Would highly recommend for those interested in the history of mafia and the anti mafia movement in Palermo, where the information is very different from what is portrayed in movies.
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John_t
Dec 24, 2025
Excellent Mafioso Tour - Really interesting tour and information about the Sicilian Mafia - Guiseope our guide was very patron and articulate - all questions answered 100%..
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Adrienne_b
Dec 15, 2025
Fascinating, not to miss - Fascinating tour, so much history... Frederico has a depth of knowledge and is very passionate about the topic. Highly recommended.
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Heidihn4667hr
Dec 10, 2025
Highly recommended!! - Fabulously skilled guide, Hermes!! He was knowledgeable, very service minded, dedicated to the cause, nice and funny. Highly recommended!
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Britt_c
Dec 20, 2025
Mariela did a great job... - Mariela did a great job telling us about the culture of the mafia and the culture of italy's attempt to reduce their impacts.
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Traveldelightbb
Jan 3, 2026
Waste of time! Worst guide that needs to change her approach to the guide business. - This was the worst tour to date. Slow, boring and bringing a tour with an exciting name, to plummet to death due to a long winded and self-pitying guide.
33% of her guests left beforehand which was clearly testament of her poor personal interaction.
I don’t recommend this tour.
Shameful and unintelligent to say the least.
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