Zisa
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 trip to Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Catacombe dei Cappuccini
Learn about the local history of Palermo with a stop 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 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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station
From Palermo: Bus Transfer to/from Trapani City Center
Palermo: Single bus tickets between Airport and City Center
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Zisa Hotel Deals
Hotel Politeama
Great central location. Modern, clean, superb breakfast options. Polite and helpful staff. Some noise outside, but you are in the city centre after all. Unusual pillows, you’ll see what I mean when you go. But do stay here as we would definitely go back.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Hotel Plaza Opera
We did not eat breakfast
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Rocco Forte Villa Igiea
The breakfast and all of our meals was divine. And the setting is gorgeous. It is really 5 stars!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Grand Hotel Wagner
Room was great and location was impeccable.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
San Paolo Palace Hotel
Easy to check in, quiet location, friendly staff
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025
Hotel Bel 3
A truly underrated hotel! The staff, accommodations, food and service were amazing! The views of Palermo from our balcony were great and being outside the city centre away from the hustle and bustle was refreshing. If you have a car it is definitely easier to come and go (driving is not for the faint ...
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Zisa
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.
Ruggero Settimo
Unique features of Ruggero Settimo include the historic sites and theaters. Make a stop by Piazza Ruggero Settimo or Politeama Garibaldi Theater while you're exploring the area.
Albergheria
Historical quarter of Palermo, Albergaria boasts its proximity to Castellammare. Discover Sicilian history and explore nearby attractions in this charming area.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.
Palermo Historical Center
Palermo Historical Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Pretoria, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Palermo.
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.
