Palermo public transport — buses, trams, and why you’ll probably walk

The system (AMAT)

Tram: 4 lines radiating from Stazione Centrale. Line 1 to CEP, Line 2 to Borgo Nuovo, Line 3 to Notarbartolo, Line 4 to Corso Calatafimi. Useful for reaching neighbourhoods; tourists rarely need them. Buses: 90+ routes. The 101/102 (Linea Rossa/Linea Gialla) circular routes hit main tourist sites. Hop-on: City Sightseeing (€20/24h) covers all major sites.

Tickets

€1.40 single (90 min). €3.50/day. Buy at tabacchi, AMAT kiosks.

Getting around

The centro storico (Quattro Canti, Ballarò, Vucciria, Kalsa) is entirely walkable — 1.5km across. For Mondello beach: bus 806 (30 min, €1.40). For Monreale: bus 389 (45 min, €1.40). Taxis: €8–15 within the centre.

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