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Explore Palermo's transformation and anti-mafia resistance on a 3-hour guided bike tour connecting the historic centre to revitalized coastal areas. Discover the legacy of prosecutors Falcone and Borsellino, learn about grassroots movements like Addiopizzo, and support ethical businesses reclaiming territory from organized crime.
Highlights
- Cycle along the coast just steps away from the sea and uncover the new 'Molo Trapezoidale'
- explore the suburbs, well connected to the center through cycle paths
- learn who Falcone e Borsellino were and why they mean so much for the Sicilians
- discover the grass-roots anti-mafia movement 'Addiopizzo' and its ethical consumerism campaign supporting those who refuse to pay protection money
- savour a handmade and award-winning gelato, totally 'mafia-free'
- go shopping at the Libera shop that sells products from the land confiscated from the mafia bosses
- great for groups and team-building!
A bike tour in Palermo
Riding through the pedestrian areas of the old town center of Palermo and along the cycle lanes that connect it with the outskirts, you will discover how Palermo is changing 'inside and outside', healing from the wounds inflicted by the violence of the Mafia which reached its peak with the massacres of 1992.
A Palermo that gradually reclaims the sea it faces: savor the sea breeze as you pedal along the 'Terrazza al Mare,' tracing the perimeter of the ancient port and exploring the recently revitalized 'Molo Trapezoidale', adorned with its extraordinary "Music Fountain".
A tribute to Falcone and Borsellino
This tour is a tribute to the memory of heroes like the prosecutors Falcone and Borsellino, whose murders pushed the Sicilian people to react against the Mafia and inspired collective action of a whole generation of antimafia campaigners. Young people today are still committed to improving society and making change, volunteering in grass-roots movements like Libera and Addiopizzo.
Enjoy the easy biketour
The terrain is mainly flat, mostly on cycle paths and bike lanes. Neverthless it is a urban bike tour, so please expect to ride on roads opened to vehicular traffic as well. We recommend that all the participants, especially children, are confortable in riding the bike in town.
After the tour the travellers say:
This tour was wonderful. We saw and learned many things that we wouldn’t have otherwise
Excellent history/insight into the genesis of pushback by the people of the influence of the mafia. Very enjoyable tour
A passionate storyteller. Thanks for this interesting and versatile experience (movement, education, ice-cream, you get it all!)
Highlights
- ✓Cycle the seafront Terrazza al Mare with coastal views and recently restored Molo Trapezoidale with Music Fountain
- ✓Learn the history of Falcone and Borsellino and their impact on Sicilian resistance to the Mafia
- ✓Visit Addiopizzo shop supporting businesses refusing protection money and Libera shop selling products from mafia-confiscated lands
- ✓Award-winning handmade gelato stop at an ethical, 'mafia-free' gelateria
- ✓Explore suburban cycle paths showing Palermo's urban renewal and connection between centre and outskirts
- ✓Ideal for groups and team-building with meaningful cultural content
Insider tips
- ★The tour highlights real change in Palermo—support the featured businesses (Addiopizzo, Libera shop) to directly fund anti-mafia initiatives
- ★Ask your guide about the 1992 massacres and their role in awakening public resistance; locals are proud of this turning point
- ★The gelato stop is famous locally; arrive hungry to fully appreciate the award-winning quality and ethical production story
Good to know
- •3-hour duration includes cycling, stops, and shopping; wear comfortable cycling clothes and bring sunscreen for coastal exposure
- •Bike-friendly route uses designated cycle paths and pedestrian areas; suitable for moderate fitness levels
- •Group tours welcome; confirm meeting point and arrival time with supplier upon booking
Who it's for
History and politics enthusiasts interested in Mafia history and Italian resistance movementsEthical travellers supporting local businesses and socially responsible tourismCycling enthusiasts seeking cultural depth beyond standard bike toursGroups and team-building parties looking for meaningful shared experiences
Best time to visit
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer mild temperatures ideal for cycling without summer heat exhaustion. Early morning or late afternoon tours minimize crowds in the old town and provide softer light for coastal rides.
Frequently asked questions
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