--- title: Palermo: Norman Palace & Palatine Chapel – Small Group or Private lang: en type: tour city: Palermo country: Italy price: 43 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.68 reviews: 93 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Palatine Chapel? rank_in_category: 10 of 11 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-29 data_updated: 2026-09-30 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/palermo/tours/palermo-norman-palace-palatine-chapel-small-group-or-private/ --- # Palermo: Norman Palace & Palatine Chapel – Small Group or Private **Guidekin's take:** Tickets and a guided visit to the Norman Palace, its gardens and the Byzantine mosaics of the Palatine Chapel, bookable as a shared group or privately. The palace is a working seat of government, so the visit can be called off when official business is on, and there is no hotel pickup. 4.68 from 93 reviews at €43 per person for 1h 30m. **Palatine Chapel?:** Book the shared Royal Palermo Tour for Palatine Chapel entry: 1h 30m, €43 per person, 4.68 from 93 reviews, but official events can cancel it. Trade-off: Official events can cancel the visit. (last checked September 15, 2026) ## Overview Visit two absolute must-sees in the Sicilian capital with this guided tour of the Palazzo dei Normanni and Cappella Palatina, including entrance tickets. With more than 800 years of history, it’s perfect for culture vultures! Of all the incredible attractions in Palermo, the Palazzo dei Normanni is one that you can’t miss off your itinerary. Once the seat of the King of Sicily, it is the oldest royal residence in Europe and you can learn the history of all the dynasties who had their thrones here - as well as visiting a stunning and sublime channel. You’ll get exclusive entrance into the palace and its gardens Though not as well known as Rome’s Sistine Chapel or Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, the Cappella Palatina (or Palatine Chapel) is one of the most spectacular in all of Italy. Not only do your tickets allow you entrance to the palace and chapel, but you can explore the gardens too with your expert guide! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Piazza del Parlamento, - Group size varies by option: small group from €43 · private from €253 - Starts 13:00: one departure a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €43: ages 4 to 12 ## Key facts - Price: from €43 per person for the Small Group Royal Palermo Tour option; other options up to €253 - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.68/5 from 93 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 90% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Towns of Italy ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group Royal Palermo Tour | €43 / person | English | Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Palace, Chapel & Garden Walk: Discover Palermo’s royal past with a licensed guide in a small group. Entrance tickets and gardens included. | | Private Royal Palace Tour | €253 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Full Attention, Richer Insight: Enjoy your own expert guide for an intimate, in-depth visit. Exclusive access, no solitude but total focus on you. | ## What's included - See the remains of a melting pot of eastern and western history in the Cappella Palatina - Tickets and guided visit of Palace, Gardens and Cappella Palatina - Be ready to visit one of the most ancient palaces in Europe - Marvel at the Byzantine mosaics on the walls - Licensed English or Spanish Speaking Guide - Private Tour Guide (if Private option purchased) ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pick up and drop off ## Itinerary 1. **Norman Palace** (1h; admission included) - The Norman Palace. Construction on the palace started in the 9th century when Sicily was under Islamic rule, though it was renovated by the Normans in 1072 when their empire spread across Europe. Now, it’s the home of the Sicilian Regional assembly. You’ll get exclusive... 2. **The Palatine Chapel (Italian: Cappella Palatina) is the royal chapel of the N...** (30m; admission included) - The Palatine Chapel (Italian: Cappella Palatina) is the royal chapel of the Norman Palace in Palermo, Sicily. This building is a mixture of Byzantine, Norman and Fatimid architectural styles, showing the tricultural state of Sicily during the 12th century after Roger I and... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-29 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Piazza del Parlamento, Palermo. Look for our tour guide in front of Palazzo dei Normanni main entrance. TIME: CLIENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BE AT THE MEETING POINT 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED DEPARTURE TIME Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJRT-UYGTvGRMRxSv7Jhaj7HE ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please note: Palazzo dei Normani is a government venue. In case of official events or meeting the tour could be subject to cancellation - The tour runs rain or shine - We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #10 of 11** | €43 | 1h 30m | 4.68 (93) | varies by option | | [Palazzo Conte Federico](/italy/palermo/tours/palazzo-conte-federico/?format=md) | €15 | 45 min | 4.93 (710) | private | | [Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food](/italy/palermo/tours/palermo-walking-tour-and-street-food/?format=md) | €46 | 3h | 4.89 (640) | shared | | [The Godfather Origins of Mafia: Corleone & Visit Monreale Duomo](/italy/palermo/tours/the-godfather-origins-of-mafia-corleone-visit-monreale-duomo/?format=md) | €275 | 6h | 4.91 (91) | private | Ranked #10 of 11 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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