Guided Bike Tour to the Capuchin Catacombs
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Our bike tour aims to introduce one of the most iconic and mysterious sites of Palermo, where faith and story mix in a unique place. It will deal with the history of the Catacombs, the embalming techniques of the bodies by the friars, the main figures present in the crypt and the bond of the people to this eternal vigil. The tour is completed on the return with a visit to a part of the Unesco itinerary such as Porta Nuova, the Cathedral and Quattro Canti. Departures on Monday, Thursday and Friday at 9:30 from the meeting point of Descent of the Judges n.13. The bike tour also includes entrance tickets
Inclusions
What's included
- Entrance fee to the Catacombs
- Helmet (not mandatory)
- Use of bicycle
- Local taxes
- Professional tour guide
What's not
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up
Itinerary
Located in the basement of the friars' convent, there are the Capuchin catacombs in Gothic style. A macabre show that highlights the habits, customs and traditions of the Palermo city society that lived from the 17th to the 19th century. Entrance ticket included.
The majestic Porta Nuova, for many centuries was the most important gateway to the city of Palermo.
The name of an octagonal square at the intersection of the two main road axes of Palermo: via Maqueda and corso Vittorio Emanuele.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Our Guide will be waiting for you to start the Tour.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 8 travellers
- Operated by
- Palermo on Bike
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Italy, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 37% below the median of the 4055 experiences we list in Italy, outside the cities.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1685 of 4055.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in Italy, outside the cities
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
