Zisa Travel Guide
Palermo
Popular places to visit
Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art
You can study the exhibits at Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Catacombe dei Cappuccini
Learn about the local history of Palermo when you spend time at Catacombe dei Cappuccini. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Palermo Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Balestrate: Olive Grove Tour with Wines & Olive Oil Tasting
Palermo: Tour Historic Center, Catacombs & Monreale in CruiserCar
From Palermo: Monreale and Cefalù Half-Day Trip
Top hotels in Zisa
A casa di Peppe
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Astoria Palace Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025
NH Palermo
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
San Paolo Palace Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zisa
Monte di Pieta
Monte di Pieta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Cathedral and Quattro Canti.
Ruggero Settimo
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.
Albergheria
Albergheria is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palazzo Conte Federico and Sicilian Region Central Library.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.
Centro Storico
If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio Emanuele are top sights worth seeing.
- Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art
- Catacombe dei Cappuccini
- Mondello Beach
- Teatro Massimo
- Via Vittorio Emanuele
- Via Roma
- Politeama Garibaldi Theater
- Palermo Cathedral
- Quattro Canti
- Ballaro Market
- Magaggiari Beach
- Cathedral of Monreale
- Palace of the Normans
- Isola Delle Femmine Beach
- Renzo Barbera Stadium
- Via Maqueda
- Cappella Palatina
- Capaci Beach
- Palermo City Hall