Civitatis
Civitatis
AgenciasAlojamientos
  1. Italy
  2. Palermo
  3. Guided tours and free tours
  1. Italy
  2. |
  3. Palermo
  4. |
  5. Guided tours and free tours

Palermo Anti-Mafia Tour

9.6 / 10 27 reviewsFree cancellation
from
US$39.54
From
US$39.54
See availability

Attending one of these tours is actually not for the faint hearted. You will learn about the history and context of the ...

StarStarStarStarStar

Marc Burden

Description
Details
Cancellations
Meeting point
Reviews

Discover the most emblematic locations surrounding civil resistance to mafia power and rebellion against racketeering with this Palermo Anti-Mafia Tour. 

Details

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Meeting point

Piazza Giuseppe Verdi

Where does the activity end?

Piazza Pretoria

Reviews of our customers

9.6
Star
Exceptional 197 Travelers·27 reviews
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    April 27, 2026
    M

    Marc Burden

    Stamford, United Kingdom

    Attending one of these tours is actually not for the faint hearted. You will learn about the history and context of the mafia and how they have infilt...

    Traveling solo
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    October 7, 2024
    K

    Kathryn Dimaria

    Webster, United States

    Our guide Hermes was excellent . He was very knowledgeable, communicated in English very well. He possessed a wonderful sense of humor. He gave us ...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    August 16, 2024
    J

    Julia

    Berlin, Germany

    First of all, it’s a must-do for all the people visiting Palermo! Since it’s a fundamental part of the history of this wonderful city, you should defi...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    July 31, 2024
    R

    Richard

    Gothenburg, Sweden

    Excellent tour in all aspects. Mix of history and background, with hands-on description on what mafia really means to a society and enthusiastic des...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    April 10, 2024
    C

    Carla Willig

    United Kingdom

    The tour was very well designed, extremely interesting and relevant. Linda's in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm in relation to the subject matter were ...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    June 12, 2023
    G

    Gabriella Cunsolo

    Odense, Denmark

    The tour with Hermes was excellent, he was very knowledgeable and funny, and the three hours flew by. The tour, held by a Sicilian person, gives tour...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    October 27, 2022
    A

    Artur

    Vienna, Austria

    The tour was wonderful. It totally destroyed our romantic view of the mafia, which is a good thing as we learned that day. A big thanks to the organiz...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    September 11, 2025
    K

    Kathleen

    Belgium

    A tour not to be missed. Our guide was eloquent and very knowledgeable on the subject of the mafia, past and present.

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    August 25, 2025
    V

    Virginia Garcia

    Barcelona, Spain

    Anti-mafia tour

    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    August 21, 2025
    A

    Anna

    Brunico, Italy

    Chloé, our guide, led us on a fascinating and interesting tour. We were particularly impressed by her dedication. We recommend this experience to ever...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
Show all reviews

Civitatis

  • About us
  • Press
  • Sustainability
  • Gift Civitatis

Inspiration

  • Destinations
  • Civitatis Magazine
  • Travel Guides

Work with us

  • Providers
  • Affiliates
  • Travel agencies
  • Accommodations
  • Jobs

Help

Help
Contact Civitatis
Available 24 / 7
About us
Press
Sustainability
Gift Civitatis
Destinations
Civitatis Magazine
Travel Guides
Providers
Affiliates
Travel agencies
Accommodations
Jobs
HelpAvailable 24 / 7
Go to Help

Our ratings

9.1/10
★★★★★
★★★★★
+4.000.000 Civitatis reviews

Download our APP

  • iOS AppiOS App
  • Android AppAndroid App
iOS App
Available inApp Store
Google Play
Available inGoogle Play

Payment methods

visamcpaypaldinersamexapplepaypaywithgoogleklarna

Follow us

facebooktwitterlinkedininstagrampinteresttiktokyoutube

Our ratings

9.1/10
★★★★★
★★★★★
+4.000.000 Civitatis reviews

Follow us

facebooktwitterlinkedininstagrampinteresttiktokyoutube

Download our APP

  • iOS AppiOS App
  • Android AppAndroid App
iOS App
Available inApp Store
Google Play
Available inGoogle Play

Payment methods

visamcpaypaldinersamexapplepaypaywithgoogleklarna
Civitatis
Terms and conditions·Legal notice·Privacy Policy·Cookies
from
US$39.54
From
US$39.54
Loading
Duration

Duration

3 hours.
Language

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included

Included

  • English–speaking guide
  • Committee Addiopizzo solidarity fee
Not included

Not included

Food and drinks
Supporting documents

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.
Sustainability

Sustainability

All services meet our
Pets

Pets

Not allowed.
Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Loading

Discover the most emblematic locations surrounding civil resistance to mafia power and rebellion against racketeering with this Palermo Anti-Mafia Tour. 

Tour Details

We'll meet at the scheduled in front of the Teatro Massimo in Palermo, at Piazza Giuseppe Verdi, to start a tour dedicated to civil mobilisation against organised crime.

After observing the Teatro Massimo from the outside, we'll head towards Piazza Beati Paoli, a place that shares its name with the secret sect mentioned by Luigi Natoli in his novel. In addition, along the way, we'll have the opportunity to see the Wall of Legality. We'll therefore analyse the alleged link between the sect and Cosa Nostra and continue to the Mercato del Capo, under which is said to have hidden paths used by the Beati Paoli.

Our next stop will be the Piazza della Memoria, where we'll see the memorial dedicated to the magistrates killed by the Mafia. We'll then head to Palermo Cathedral, where we'll address the thorny issue of the relationship between the Mafia and the Church. Do you know the story of Don Pino Puglisi?

Along the way, we'll notice the logo of the critical consumption campaign "Pago chi non paga" (I pay those who don't pay), displayed on the windows of the shops that have said no to the racket, thanks to the support of the Addiopizzo Committee, the association that has made it possible to denounce the protection money in the city.

The tour will end after 3 hours at the Fontana Pretoria.

Duration

Duration

3 hours.
Language

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included

Included

  • English–speaking guide
  • Committee Addiopizzo solidarity fee
Not included

Not included

Food and drinks
Supporting documents

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.
Sustainability

Sustainability

All services meet our
Pets

Pets

Not allowed.
Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Piazza Giuseppe Verdi

Where does the activity end?

Piazza Pretoria

9.6
Star
Exceptional 197 Travelers·27 reviews
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    April 27, 2026
    M

    Marc Burden

    Stamford, United Kingdom

    Attending one of these tours is actually not for the faint hearted. You will learn about the history and context of the mafia and how they have infilt...

    Traveling solo
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    October 7, 2024
    K

    Kathryn Dimaria

    Webster, United States

    Our guide Hermes was excellent . He was very knowledgeable, communicated in English very well. He possessed a wonderful sense of humor. He gave us ...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    August 16, 2024
    J

    Julia

    Berlin, Germany

    First of all, it’s a must-do for all the people visiting Palermo! Since it’s a fundamental part of the history of this wonderful city, you should defi...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    July 31, 2024
    R

    Richard

    Gothenburg, Sweden

    Excellent tour in all aspects. Mix of history and background, with hands-on description on what mafia really means to a society and enthusiastic des...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    April 10, 2024
    C

    Carla Willig

    United Kingdom

    The tour was very well designed, extremely interesting and relevant. Linda's in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm in relation to the subject matter were ...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    June 12, 2023
    G

    Gabriella Cunsolo

    Odense, Denmark

    The tour with Hermes was excellent, he was very knowledgeable and funny, and the three hours flew by. The tour, held by a Sicilian person, gives tour...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    October 27, 2022
    A

    Artur

    Vienna, Austria

    The tour was wonderful. It totally destroyed our romantic view of the mafia, which is a good thing as we learned that day. A big thanks to the organiz...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    September 11, 2025
    K

    Kathleen

    Belgium

    A tour not to be missed. Our guide was eloquent and very knowledgeable on the subject of the mafia, past and present.

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    August 25, 2025
    V

    Virginia Garcia

    Barcelona, Spain

    Anti-mafia tour

    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    August 21, 2025
    A

    Anna

    Brunico, Italy

    Chloé, our guide, led us on a fascinating and interesting tour. We were particularly impressed by her dedication. We recommend this experience to ever...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
Show all reviews

Types of activities in Palermo

Guided tours and free toursDay tripsBoat tours

Other activities in Palermo

Palermo Free Walking TourPalermo Sightseeing TrainPizza & Gelato WorkshopPub Crawl in PalermoPalermo Sightseeing BusPalazzo dei Normanni + Palatine Chapel TourPalermo Catacombs TourPalermo Markets TourPalermo Bike TourCombo Tour: Churches of Santa Caterina, San Giuseppe & Gesù

You may also like

Palermo Free Walking Tour

Palermo Free Walking Tour

9.3
Star
(269)
Gratis
Palermo Sightseeing Train

Palermo Sightseeing Train

0.0
Star
(0)
From
US$11.63
Palermo Coast Sailing & Snorkeling Experience

Palermo Coast Sailing & Snorkeling Experience

0.0
Star
(0)
From
US$127.94
  • Palermo Free Walking Tour

    Palermo Free Walking Tour

    9.3
    Star
    (269)
    Gratis
  • Palermo Sightseeing Train

    Palermo Sightseeing Train

    0.0
    Star
    (0)
    From
    US$11.63
  • Palermo Coast Sailing & Snorkeling Experience

    Palermo Coast Sailing & Snorkeling Experience

    0.0
    Star
    (0)
    From
    US$127.94