Palermo Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Palermo

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.

Centro Storico
If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio Emanuele are top sights worth seeing.

Kalsa
Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Piazza Marina while you're exploring.

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

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

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.

Hotel Politeama
"Showers are tiny."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

NH Palermo
"The property was centrally located"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Astoria Palace Hotel
"The staff was not very helpful. We went to the reception 4 times for various questions, and only once they were friendly. Worst part was that the air conditioner did not work. When I asked the receptionist about this, they said they have turned them off and will not turn them back on. It was very ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Residence Hotel Gloria
"This hotel is in a very dirty area of the city. Litter and dog mess everywhere, be wary at nighttime.The hotel itself is not great, checked in with no info at all from the lady behind the desk and that was the last I saw of anyone. No room cleaning no towels changed no toilet roll nothing. The room ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

La Marsa Vacances
"Petit déjeuner varié et très bon. Chambre propre et fonctionnelle. Restaurant très bon aussi. Dommage que l’accès à la piscine soit limité sur la journée entre 9h30 et 17h. Je recommande cet établissement."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Giulio Cesare 14
"Great location and they were very accommodating"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Popular places to visit

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 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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily

Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco

Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group
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