Palermo Temple Tours: Our Top 6

1.Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,240 reviews · 9 hours · from $77Our pick

Travel from Palermo to Agrigento in an air-conditioned minivan or bus, with countryside views, food stops, two hours at the Valley of the Temples, and a quick photo stop at Scala dei Turchi. This is primarily a transport service, not a guided archaeological tour. Drivers such as Sergio, Mario, and Michele are praised for making the day easy.

“Our driver, Fabio & our guide, Emilio were fantastic! Bus was very clean & they were so efficient! My husband left his man purse on the bus. Emilio was so helpful, involving his father who spoke better English, and your company linked us with the Bus Owner, Michael who personally delivered the purse! Wow! Unbelievable service! We have only repeatedly booked with this company and will continue to do so! Thank you all so much for an excellent day! And ending!!!!”

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2.Villa Romana and Valley of the Temples Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 294 reviews · from $138

Travel from Palermo to two UNESCO sites in one long day. Explore Villa Romana del Casale and its superb Roman mosaics independently, then join a guided visit to Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples. Guides such as Nicola and Giovanna add useful Sicilian history, while comfortable air-conditioned transport saves you from renting a car.

“The tour with Nico was great; he provided so much information about the history of Agrigento. The Valley of the Temples was the experience that I enjoyed most about the tour. And we had lunch at this family owned restaurant which has authentic food. Definitely recommend it.”

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3.Valley of the Temples Premium Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 188 reviews · 2 hours · from $53Cheapest good one

Explore Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples for two hours with a licensed English or Spanish guide. You’ll see Hera, Concordia, and Olympian Zeus, hear stories of Greek Sicily, and enjoy views across the archaeological park. Guides such as Enza, Mario, Rino, and Alessio are praised for clear, lively storytelling.

“It was great tour, full of history and interesting staff”

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4.Agrigento and Valley of the Temples Day Trip from Palermo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 140 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $81

Ride from Palermo to Agrigento in an air-conditioned vehicle, then explore the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Temples on your own. Drivers such as Enzo, Salvo, Dario, and Emanuele have made the day especially enjoyable for many guests, but guiding at the site is limited. Bring water, snacks, and €17 for admission.

“The trip was very rewarding as the Temples were amazing to see. It was a lot of time in a bus but that was the only way to see it efficiently. The guide Michael was great and informative whennneeded”

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5.Agrigento Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale Tour from Palermo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 134 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $147

Leave Palermo early by air-conditioned coach for Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, where a local guide such as Sergio, Giovanna, or Giulia explains the ancient site. Then explore Villa Romana del Casale independently, with time to admire its famous mosaics. Expect a long day, 250-plus kilometers of travel, extra entry fees, and plenty of walking.

“The transportation company was very warm and welcoming, and the leader, Martina was very attentive and engaging and spoke English very well! A young woman with a good soul and a good communicator who helped us understand the days activities and even sang with us on the way home😍 Our guide at the site, Sergio, was an excellent historian, shared many stories and clever joke jokes, and we even got to feed some goats🙂”

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6.Agrigento; Valley of the Temples, Scala dei Turchi from Palermo, Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $380Best reviewed

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Palermo to Agrigento, visit the Valley of the Temples, pause at San Leone, and stop at Scala dei Turchi. A bilingual driver handles the long route, while a local guide such as Anna, Daniele, or Claudio can bring the ancient site to life if you add the guide option.

“Mimmo was incredibly personable and accommodating as well as an exceptional driver. He always gave us choices and we never felt rushed. A Splendid day - thank you Mimmo!”

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