Getting Around Palermo Like a Pro: The Ultimate Guide!

Are you planning a trip to Palermo and wondering how to navigate the city like a true local? Look no further than this ultimate guide! In this video, Nico, a 100% full-blooded Sicilian, shares his insider tips and tricks for getting around Palermo with ease.
Nico covers everything from airport connections and public transportation within the city, to getting outside the city using public transportation, taxis, Uber, and even renting scooters and bikes. With his guidance, you'll be able to navigate the streets of Palermo like a pro in no time.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this guide is a must-see for anyone looking to make the most of their time in Palermo. So sit back, relax, and let Nico show you the ropes - you'll be moving around like a true Sicilian in no time!
Airport connections (01:41)
1. Shuttle Bus Prestia & Comandé
www.prestiaecomande.it/en/
2. Shared taxi
www.6878.it/taxi-sharing/?lan...
3. Train
www.trenitalia.com/en.html
4. Uber
www.uber.com/
5. Taxi
www.6878.it/
The best ways to get around the city (5:35)
1. AMAT Buses
www.amat.pa.it/
2. Electric Bikes and Standup Scooters
Apps: Bird, Lime, helbiz, RideMovi, Superpedestrian LINK
3. Uber & Taxi
Getting outside the city and back (8:46)
1. Coach companies
Russo, Segesta, Ast, Sais
2. Trenitalia trains
www.trenitalia.com/en.html
3. Ferries
www.libertylines.it/en/
Palermo to Trapani port
www.segesta.it/
Palermo to Milazzo
www.trenitalia.com/en.html
A few things to keep in mind about transportation in Palermo (11:44)
1. Metro and Tram are not a top option for tourists
2. Auting app for renting cars at cheaper rates
auting.it/
3. Mondello Rent for renting scooters
www.mondellorent.it/en/homepage/
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[@shelaghjackson9577]

I was in Palermo in April. The local bus system is great! I used it a lot. Just keep 5 or 6 tickets in your wallet all the time so you don’t get stuck looking for somewhere to buy one. Some buses even have security guards on board. The Prestia e Commande bus is easy and convenient too. Took trains to Agrigento and Cefalu. We took the InterBus bus to Siracusa….excellent. No problem getting around Sicily at all! Don’t believe the guidebooks that say it’s difficult, it’s not at all. Loved it.❤

[@pranav03993]

can we buy a day ticket of 3.5 Euros and explore how much ever we can a day?

[@TheOneTwo12]

Informative video with a good Sicilian vibe. Also, when talking about various options pls mention prices too - e.g. taxi from airport will cost xx, but you can be charged xx++. Same goes for other options you mentioned.

[@flebott]

The train is also very practical to move around the city as a sort of metro - it's super reliable.

[@kleineputje]

Thank you!!! 🙏I'll take airport bus for sure

[@mintysoul1124]

Visiting Palermo in early September with my dad. Your channel is great man!

[@WeArePalermo]

grazie mille! ❤

[@louislou7130]

thank you for sharing , will take the bus .

[@naoualjero]

Thanks for the information. But you are funny... "you can find nice people even in hell" 😂

[@jeannetrent4987]

Grazie, Nico! These videos you have shared are so helpful! Even seeing the picture of the airport bus & their sign helps so much! I will be in Puglia next May and am going to fly over to Palermo for five nights to enjoy the city - probably take a train over to Cefalu one morning. My B&B hotel is between the Cathedral & the No Mafia Memorial. Okay location for an older female solo traveler?

[@WeArePalermo]

Grazie mille! I'm glad you found the videos helpful! Your B&B hotel location sounds excellent. Via Vittorio Emanuele is a vibrant and central street, which makes it convenient for exploring the city. Being close to the central station is an added advantage for your trip to Cefalù. You should feel quite comfortable there, just always be mindful of your surroundings as you would in any city. Enjoy your stay in Palermo and have a wonderful trip to Cefalù! Safe travels! A presto

[@leecee2135]

You’re hilarious 😆

[@user-ys3fp7cs1v]

Great info, grazie! Quick question: We will have a rental car and visit Palermo for the day. Is there a place to park near the city center or should we park away from the city enter by the airport or somewhere else and get a bus?? thanks in advance!

[@leecee2135]

Question! Where to stay with our two college sons? Palermo, Cefalu or Mondello? We'll be there for 5 days. Thank you!

[@WeArePalermo]

Ciao Sabrina, it really depends on what your college sons are looking for during their stay. Cefalù and Mondello offer beautiful beaches, but the nightlife might be less exciting for young adults. On the other hand, Palermo has a more vibrant nightlife scene that may be more appealing to them. Since you'll be there for 5 days, you might consider staying in Palermo and taking advantage of the direct bus to Mondello beach, which takes about 25 minutes. This way, you can experience both the lively atmosphere of Palermo and the relaxing beaches in Mondello

[@Giang_ng_2023]

Hi! Quick question: how relax is it to use the (shared) taxi without the car seat for toddler? I want to go from the airport to Palermo with taxi because we will arrive late in the evening. What do you think?

[@WeArePalermo]

Ciao Giang! Some parents do it without any issues and find that taxi drivers drive more carefully when there's a little one on board. But, of course, it's important to remember that it's ultimately your call and you'll have to weigh the risks involved

[@mariissa-zf5ty]

would i get in trouble bringing ritaline in sicily this with a dutch explanation why i need it. I was a bit scared to do this when i was going to greece so i left it at home, but i know in Italy they don't even speak english so...

[@JasmyneWhispers]

What would you recommend is the best way to travel to a smaller town, Polizzi Generosa? Or Erice? Would public transport not be good?

[@WeArePalermo]

Ciao! It really depends on your destination. If you're heading to Cefalù, there's a direct train you can catch. Just check out trenitalia.com for the schedule. For Polizzi Generosa, there's only one direct bus service. You can find more info on that at saistrasporti.it. As for Erice, you'll first need to get to Trapani with a Segesta bus, and then from there, catch another bus up to Erice. Generally, the smaller and less touristy the town, the fewer and less frequent transport options you'll find

[@JasmyneWhispers]

@@WeArePalermo grazie!! 💖

[@magorzata-zs4lt]

I am going to arrive in Palermo in June I will arrive around 9pm I hope some train will go

[@WeArePalermo]

Don't worry, there are bus services available to the city center even in the late evening. You will be able to reach your destination comfortably. Enjoy your trip to Palermo in June!

[@magorzata-zs4lt]

@@WeArePalermo 💚

[@diogom.m9757]

Is it viable to go by bus or train to see the island ? I plan on going to Palermo then Siracusa then Catania

[@WeArePalermo]

Ciao! Traveling by bus or train is viable when moving between the larger cities like Palermo, Siracusa, and Catania. The public transportation infrastructure is decent for these major routes. However, it's when you wish to venture to the smaller towns that you might encounter challenges with limited schedules and connections. So, if your main destinations are these major cities, you should be just fine! Safe travels!

[@larrylockhart8048]

where would i rent a motorcycle or motorscooter or travel outside the city instead of a car?

[@WeArePalermo]

There are numerous scooter rental options available in Palermo. Among the popular choices is a rental service named Mondello Rent.

[@Sabiha-30]

How do I get from Trapani to Palermo city?

[@WeArePalermo]

You can take a bus from Trapani to Palermo city using the Segesta Company. Safe travels!

[@user-wp7zn8ii5u]

Very useful video. Please try to look straight into the camera, you have your head tilted back most of the time and it is unpleasant for the viewer. Thank you for the good info.

[@WeArePalermo]

😂 I honestly have no idea why I keep doing that. Thanks for the precious tip; I'll try to fix my freaking head in the next video. Grazie mille!