Borgo Vecchio Travel Guide

Palermo

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Photo "Borgo Vecchio" by Bengt Nyman (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Bengt Nyman (CC BY)
Photo "Borgo Vecchio" by Jürgen Kehrberger (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Jürgen Kehrberger (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Palermo Harbour

Palermo Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

Palermo Harbour
Palermo featuring heritage architecture and street scenes

Teatro Massimo

Enjoy a show at Teatro Massimo, a theatre with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Teatro Massimo
Via Vittorio Emanuele

Via Vittorio Emanuele

You can find out about the history of Palermo with a visit to Via Vittorio Emanuele. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Via Vittorio Emanuele
Via Roma

Via Roma

During your visit to Palermo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Via Roma. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Via Roma
Politeama Garibaldi Theater

Politeama Garibaldi Theater

Enjoy a performance at Politeama Garibaldi Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Politeama Garibaldi Theater
Ballaro Market which includes food, street scenes and markets

Ballaro Market

Buy freshly caught fish, eat Sicilian specialties and search for vintage clothes at a market that has been serving Palermo's residents for centuries.

Ballaro Market

Things to do

Tasting of bread with spleen

Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food

£43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food
Markets and Monuments: Walking Tour in the Center of Palermo

Markets and Monuments: Walking Tour in the Center of Palermo

£30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Markets and Monuments: Walking Tour in the Center of Palermo
La mie mitiche Fiat 500!!

Palermo & Mondello: Vintage Fiat 500 Sightseeing Tour

£337
per traveller
Palermo & Mondello: Vintage Fiat 500 Sightseeing Tour
Palermo Fontana Pretoria

Palermo Shore Excursion: City Segway Tour

£108
per adult
Palermo Shore Excursion: City Segway Tour
CSTRents - Palermo Segway PT Authorized Tour

CSTRents - Palermo Segway PT Authorized Tour

£108
per adult
CSTRents - Palermo Segway PT Authorized Tour
Half day boat tour of Palermo

Half day boat tour of Palermo

£125
per adult
Half day boat tour of Palermo
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Top hotels in Borgo Vecchio

ibis Styles Palermo President

ibis Styles Palermo President

4 out of 5
Via Francesco Crispi, 230, Palermo, PA
The price is £72 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£72
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 beach bars and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Mondello ...
8/10 Very Good! (543 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay in Palermo historical center. Close to most attractions. Staff very friendly and nice. Room spacious and clean. Good breakfast. Recommended"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025

ibis Styles Palermo President
Hotel Vecchio Borgo

Hotel Vecchio Borgo

4 out of 5
Via Sella Quintino 1/7, Palermo, PA
The price is £62 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£62
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and ...
8/10 Very Good! (328 reviews)
"The lady that work the breakfast area was wonderful. The receptionist was friendly and helpful. Great place. We would definitely recommend it to others. Good locatio"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Hotel Vecchio Borgo
Marisol

Marisol

Via Rosina Muzio Salvo 22, Palermo, PA
The price is £101 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£101
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and climate control. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Mondello Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"È stato un piacere soggiornare a Casa Marysol, eccelnte la pulizia, posizione comoda e host molto gentile."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2025

Marisol
Astoria Palace Hotel

Astoria Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Montepellegrino 62, Palermo, PA
The price is £49 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£49
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (994 reviews)
"Great place 30 min from the centre"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Astoria Palace Hotel
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico, Palermo, PA
The price is £141 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£141
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (924 reviews)
We loved the Pool
"The room was nice, the beds were comfy, however the shower was weak and toilets not very clean Swimming pool was very nice but not very clean, the loungers flip sometimes and toilets have no rubbish bins"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

NH Palermo
San Paolo Palace Hotel

San Paolo Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Messina Marine, 91, Palermo, PA
The price is £102 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£102
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (672 reviews)
"Stunning views, I couldn’t believe the look over the city right to the ocean and it felt like I was staying in a castle. The staff were friendly and helped me get around. However I did find someone else tooth floss left on the hand soap bottle"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

San Paolo Palace Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Borgo Vecchio

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Politeama

While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.

Politeama
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Ruggero Settimo

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Unique features of Ruggero Settimo include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Piazza Ruggero Settimo or Politeama Garibaldi Theater while you're exploring the area.

Ruggero Settimo
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Castellammare

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.

Castellammare
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Libertà

If you're spending some time in Libertà, Palermo Harbour and Villa Airoldi Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Libertà
Il Capo Market which includes food

Monte di Pieta

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

Monte di Pieta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Cathedral and Quattro Canti.

Monte di Pieta
Palermo which includes a house and heritage architecture

Palermo Historical Center

Travellers to Palermo Historical Center praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Palermo Harbour and Piazza Pretoria.

Palermo Historical Center

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