Palermo Historical Center
Palermo
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Popular places to visit
Teatro Massimo
Enjoy a show at Teatro Massimo, a theater 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 savor the top-notch restaurants.
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 when you stop by Via Vittorio Emanuele. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Palermo Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Palermo with a stop at Palermo Cathedral. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Palace of the Normans
You can learn about the history of Palermo when you stop by Palace of the Normans. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Palermo: Norman Palace Ticket & Audio App Downloadable
Palermo: Tour of Church of the Gesù & Casa Professa Museum
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo Historical Center Hotel Deals
NH Palermo
The property was centrally located
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
An excellent place to stay. The location is perfect to visit main atracciones of Palermo. Breakfast was super.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Hotel Columbia
Staff was helpful, warm and went out of their way to accommodate our needs. The breakfast was good, I enjoyed the decor.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Ballarò Hotel
The room was spacious & impeccably clean. Air conditioning was good. Bathroom right across the hall is a big room with shower. The staff is efficient & friendly
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Eurostars Centrale Palace
Our first room was small, window looked onto a brick wall, hair and ants in the bathroom. Stephania at the front desk was responsive and helpful, moving us into a different, clean room. Still, that first room was the impression we left with
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa
Bedroom furniture was just ok. Breakfast was awesome
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Palermo Historical Center
Centro Storico
Stroll along the ancient Cassaro street, admiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Royal Palace and Cathedral. Enjoy the pedestrian stretch from the Cathedral to Quattro Canti, and hop on the free "Arancione" shuttle bus to explore further.
Castellammare
Historically delimited by Via Maqueda and other streets, this original Palermo quarter boasts the vibrant Vucciria marketplace. Explore Sicilian culture and flavors in this polygonal district.
Monte di Pieta
Monte di Pieta is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Cathedral and Quattro Canti.
Albergheria
Historical quarter of Palermo, Albergaria boasts its proximity to Castellammare. Discover Sicilian history and explore nearby attractions in this charming area.
Kalsa
Historical quarter revitalized with art galleries, restored churches, and palaces, Kalsa boasts narrow, winding streets for an authentic Sicilian experience.
Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo
If you're spending some time in Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo, Palermo Botanical Garden and Via Roma are top sights worth seeing.
