The Anti-Mafia Walking Tour
Palermo
Tour Details
The Anti-Mafia Walking Tour
For decades the Mafia has demanded pizzo- or, protection money - from shops and businesses. Several years ago a grassroots civic movement called Addiopizzo - translated as Goodbye Protection Money - was formed to resist the extortion. The movement has exploded in recent years with several thousand shop owners and businesses who have said "No" to the pizzo.
Your tour begins at Teatro Massimo, familiar from being used to film the last scene of the movie trilogy The Godfather. Walk through the historic center and hear your expert guide share the rise of the Mafia as well as how the modern anti-Mafia movement was formed. Meet shop owners who have bravely said "No" to the pizzo and hear about the consumer campaign "Pago chi non paga" (I shop where they don't pay pizzo) that encourages customers to do business only with stores that rebel against the Mafia. End your tour with a glass of wine or bite to eat at one of the oldest restaurants in Palermo, Antica Focacceria San Francesco. This restaurant is famous not only for its typical Palermo street food but also for the daring denunciation of its extortionists.
This 3 hour cultural tour does not include food or beverages. Guests must be able to walk for 3 hours and may have to navigate steps. Those in wheelchairs must have a companion to assist.
Creating change is entirely possible as this tour will prove to you! Book now for an informative and inspiring look at the anti-Mafia movement in Palermo.
$69 per person
Benefits of Independent Tours
- Lower Prices than the Cruise Lines
- Smaller Tours, Higher Quality
- Money Back Guarantee
- Guaranteed Return to Ship
- 24 Hour Hotline
How to Book Shore Excursions
You can book these tours Online or Call. To buy online, visit our iCruise Shore Excursions website.
or Call 1-800-545-4988
Speak to a Shore Excursions expert for more information about this tour and other tours.
Reference: Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Seven Seas Voyager, Departing Tue, Nov 11, 2025
Buy OnlineMore about this tour
Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Walking Tour
Shore Excursion Duration: 3
Shore Excursion Departs From: In front of the Teatro Massimo in the Piazza Verdi
Activity Level: Easy
Food/Beverage Provided: None
Recommended Dress: Comfortable seasonal clothing, walking shoes, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses. Camera for photos.
Restrictions: Guests must be able to walk for 3 hours and may have to navigate steps. Those who are in wheelchairs can participate, but must have a companion to assist.