5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Beautiful city that really comes alive at night.
Palermo
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Visit Palermo
Where to stay in Palermo
Palermo Historical Center
Palermo Historical Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Piazza Pretoria and Via Maqueda, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Palermo.
Centro Storico
3.5/5(15 area reviews)
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.
Kalsa
4.5/5(136 area reviews)
Historical quarter revitalized with art galleries, restored churches, and palaces, Kalsa boasts narrow, winding streets for an authentic Sicilian experience.
Castellammare
4.5/5(31 area reviews)
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.
Libertà
If you're spending some time in Libertà, Villa Zito and Villa Airoldi Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Ruggero Settimo and Politeama Garibaldi Theater.
Rocco Forte Villa Igiea
Salita Belmonte 43 Palermo PA
The price is ￥82,433 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
￥82,433
￥92,489 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Teatro Massimo are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
I love this place
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025
Hotel Politeama
Piazza Ruggiero Settimo,15 Palermo PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥17,169 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
￥17,169
￥20,517 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (480 reviews)
I did not have the breakfast so I cannot comment on the breakfast.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Eurostars Centrale Palace
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327 Palermo PA
The price is ￥11,749 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
￥11,749
￥14,555 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (975 reviews)
very courteous and friendly staff.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartments Porta di Castro
Via alla Piazza dei Tedeschi 12 Palermo PA
Stay at this aparthotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Teatro Massimo and Palermo Harbour are located ...
Palermo Central Rooms
P.za Giulio Cesare 19 Palermo PA
Stay at this aparthotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Teatro Massimo and Palermo Harbour are located nearby.
Nora's Suites
Via Cerda 19 Palermo PA
Stay at this apartment in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Mondello Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Excellent location surrounded by many great restaurants , the breakfast was amazing at the café on the same street. The room was comfortable and well-maintained, the service and communication with the staff was excellent. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Palermo Harbour
4/5(79 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.
Teatro Massimo
4.5/5(156 reviews)
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.
Palermo Cathedral
4.5/5(192 reviews)
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.
Ballaro Market
4.5/5(59 reviews)
Buy freshly caught fish, eat Sicilian specialties and search for vintage clothes at a market that has been serving Palermo's residents for centuries.
Politeama Garibaldi Theater
4.5/5(43 reviews)
Enjoy a performance at Politeama Garibaldi Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Via Roma
4.5/5(65 reviews)
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
￥2,657
per adult
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station
￥2,710
per adult
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
￥5,758
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Single bus tickets between Airport and City Center
￥1,063
per adult
Reviews of Palermo
4.3
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Have a pizza or dinner at Mudu, excellent. Lots of history and older buildings, however dirty streets, lots of garbage in the streets.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
ORIGINAL AND LOTS OF HISTORY
5/5 - Excellent
T.O'brien
Very interesting place, gets better every time I go
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
We did the street food tour w/Streaty tours. Excellent guide Salvador brought us through the market, sampling Palermos street food. He was extremely knowledgeable. Great, fun tour!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Palermo is a unique city full of contrasts just like its people. The city has areas that are very dirty but other areas are very nice and I have to say the people are very nice and super helpful and the food is outstanding!!!
