🇮🇹 Sicilian Legends: First Glimpse of Palermo

Every movie lover dreams of mysterious Sicily—and my Costa cruise finally brought me to Palermo, the island’s vibrant capital! 🚢✨ 🌟 Why Palermo is the Perfect Introduction to Sicily Compact & Walkable: All major sights are within 30 mins of the port! DIY Adventure: Skipped the cruise tours—tuk-tuks, horse carriages, or your own feet work best. 🏛 Must-See Highlights 💛 Palermo Cathedral €12 (or €7 for rooftop only—skip if rainy! ☔) 💛 Norman Palace €19 (book online for €16 + skip queues!) Don’t miss: Palatine Chapel’s gold mosaics + secret gardens! 🌿 💛 Quattro Canti Baroque square bursting with lemon-themed shops 🍋 (Sicily in a nutshell!) 💛 Fontana Pretoria Quick pic stop at the "Fountain of Shame" 😏 💛 Teatro Massimo Italy’s largest opera house + The Godfather III’s iconic finale scene! 🎬 ⚡ Pro Tips Port to Downtown: Easy 30-min stroll past historic streets. Timing: Beat crowds by arriving early! #CruiseLife #SicilianDreams #PalermoInAPinch #GodfatherLocations #TravelLikeALocal #ItalianSummer