🚢 Sicilia Occidentale
Palermo Cruise Port – Shore Excursion Transfers
From Stazione Marittima to the historic center, Monreale, Cefalù and Erice: private transfers for cruise passengers on excursions.
Overview
The Port of Palermo is the main cruise port of western Sicily, with over 680,000 cruise passengers per year. The Stazione Marittima is just 2 km from Palermo historic center, reachable in 10 minutes by car. Major cruise lines include MSC Cruises, Costa Crociere, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, Cunard and Celebrity Cruises. For cruise passengers we offer private transfers to the most requested excursions: Palermo Historic Center, Monreale (UNESCO Cathedral), Cefalù (75 min), Erice (1h30) and Segesta. All transfers respect the all-aboard time with real-time monitoring.
Top shore excursions
Where to find your driver
At the exit of Palermo Stazione Marittima, the SAT driver awaits you with a personalized sign. The pickup area is in front of the passenger terminal, clearly signposted. For longer excursions (Cefalù, Erice), we recommend departing within 2 hours of docking to have enough time and return before the all-aboard time.
Cruise lines
- 🚢MSC Cruises
- 🚢Costa Crociere
- 🚢Norwegian Cruise Line
- 🚢Royal Caribbean
- 🚢Princess Cruises
- 🚢Cunard
- 🚢Celebrity Cruises
- 🚢Holland America
Port amenities
- ✓Stazione Marittima 2 km from Palermo historic center
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Bars, cafés and restaurants in the terminal
- ✓Taxi and shuttle services
- ✓Tourist information desk
- ✓ATMs
Frequently asked questions
How far is Palermo Stazione Marittima from the city center?+
Just 2 km, reachable in 10 minutes by car or 20-25 minutes on foot. The historic center (Quattro Canti, Cathedral) is in the pedestrian zone.
Can I visit Monreale during a cruise stop?+
Yes, Monreale (UNESCO Cathedral) is 30 minutes by private transfer from the port. Plan 3-4 hours total for round-trip + guided visit of Cathedral and Cloister.
How much is a private transfer from Palermo Port to Cefalù?+
€130 one-way for a standard vehicle (up to 3 passengers). Round-trip with 4-hour wait: €230. Cefalù is 75 km and takes about 75 minutes via the A20 motorway.
Will the driver bring me back to the port in time for boarding?+
Yes. All our drivers know port timing perfectly and possible traffic delays. We guarantee return before the all-aboard time with at least 1 hour safety buffer.
Which cruise lines dock at Palermo Port?+
MSC Cruises, Costa Crociere, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, Cunard, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America and others.
Can I book a driver at my disposal for the whole day?+
Yes. Our "disposal 8 hours" service from €280 for a standard vehicle with driver lets you choose a flexible itinerary during the stop.
Where exactly do I find the driver at Palermo port?+
In front of the Stazione Marittima exit, vehicle pickup area. The driver waits with a personalized sign with your surname.
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Private Mercedes, fixed price, guaranteed return before all-aboard time.
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