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Explore Palermo: its monuments, history, churches, and more!

Explore lots to see and do in Palermo—interesting history, shopping, and popular sights from Teatro Massimo to Palermo Harbour.

Where to stay in Palermo

Via Maqueda showing markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Kalsa

4.5/5Wonderful!(136 area reviews)

Historic sites, museums, and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Foro Italico while you're exploring.

Kalsa
Palermo showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Centro Storico

3.5/5Good!(15 area reviews)

While visiting Centro Storico, you might make a stop by sights like Teatro Massimo and Palermo Harbour.

Centro Storico
Castellammare, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Castellammare

4.5/5Wonderful!(31 area reviews)

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

Castellammare
Palermo showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Monte di Pieta

4.5/5Wonderful!(32 area reviews)

Monte di Pieta is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Teatro Massimo and Palermo Cathedral.

Monte di Pieta

Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo

4/5Very Good!(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo, Foro Italico and Via Roma are top sights worth seeing.

Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo
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Addaura

When in Addaura, you can plan a visit to Mondello Beach and Mount Pellegrino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Addaura

Top Hotels in Palermo

NH Palermo
NH Palermo
4 out of 5
Foro Italico, Palermo, PA
The price is ￥6,837 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3

Located in Kalsa, this hotel is steps from Foro Italico, Via Lincoln, and Villa Giulia. Piazza della Kalsa and Church of Santa Teresa alla Kalsa are also within ...…

3.9/5Good! (489 reviews)

"Nice clean hotel, nice pool too (not enough sun beds though), average breakfast"…"

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2020

NH Palermo
ibis Styles Palermo President
ibis Styles Palermo President
4 out of 5
Via Francesco Crispi, 230, Palermo, PA
The price is ￥4,254 per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26

Located in the heart of Palermo, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Palermo Harbour, Via Roma, and Politeama Garibaldi Theater. Teatro Massimo and Quattro ...…

4/5Very Good! (361 reviews)
Good for an overnight or two.

"Clean and comfortable. Dinner was a buffett and pretty good. Breakfast as well was good. I would stay again. Not fancy but a good place for a home base if passing through."…"

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2020

ibis Styles Palermo President
Splendid Hotel La Torre
Splendid Hotel La Torre
4 out of 5
Via Piano Gallo 11, Palermo, PA
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥11,082 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2

Situated near the bay, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Capo Gallo Nature Reserve and Mondello Beach. Mondello Minigolf and Favorita Park are also within ...…

3.7/5Good! (289 reviews)

"Location location location... Hotel tired in places. However, seems standard in mondello."…"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2020

Splendid Hotel La Torre
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Vacation Rentals in Palermo

Cala Loft by Wonderful Italy
Cala Loft by Wonderful Italy
Piazza Fonderia, 10, Palermo
The price is ￥7,713 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2

Located in Centro Storico, this apartment building is steps from Vucciria Market and Palermo Harbour. Via Roma and Quattro Canti are also within 10 minutes. ...…

Cala Loft by Wonderful Italy
Tersane IV
Tersane IV
Piazza Capitaneria di Porto, molo sud, Palermo

Located in Kalsa, this houseboat is steps from Via Vittorio Emanuele and Palermo Harbour. Foro Italico and Via Roma are also within 15 minutes. Palermo Central ...…

5/5Exceptional! (7 reviews)
A tranquil escape from the city

"Beautiful, quality boat and peaceful location away from the noise and bustle of the city centre. Lovely cabin with everything, and a great breakfast. The crew were great. Be prepared for a walk along the quay, but that is why it is tranquil escape!"…"

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2019

Tersane IV
Grand Chancellor b & b
Grand Chancellor b & b
Palermo, Sicily

Located in Centro Storico, this apartment building is steps from Via Maqueda and Quattro Canti. Teatro Massimo and Via Roma are also within 10 minutes. Palermo ...…

Grand Chancellor b & b
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Popular places to visit in Palermo

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Palermo Harbour

4/5(79 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Palermo with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

Palermo Harbour
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Teatro Massimo

4.5/5(156 reviews)

Teatro Massimo is a popular theater with a rich history in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Teatro Massimo
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Mondello Beach

4.5/5(79 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Mondello Beach, a popular beach in Mondello. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mondello Beach
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Palermo Cathedral

4.5/5(192 reviews)

Learn about the history of Palermo Cathedral, one of the top monuments in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Palermo Cathedral
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Via Roma

4.5/5(65 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Via Roma, a popular shopping spot in Palermo. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Via Roma
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Politeama Garibaldi Theater

4.5/5(43 reviews)

Politeama Garibaldi Theater is a popular theater with a rich history in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Politeama Garibaldi Theater

Top things to do in Palermo

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Palermo Market Tour and Traditional Cooking Experience

￥11,106
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Palermo Market Tour and Traditional Cooking Experience
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Erice and Segesta from Palermo by Private Tour

￥15,514
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Erice and Segesta from Palermo by Private Tour
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Authentic Sicilian Dinner with a Local Chef in Palermo

￥7,362
Per adult
Authentic Sicilian Dinner with a Local Chef in Palermo
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Guided Street Food Tour in Palermo

￥7,362
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Street Food Tour in Palermo
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TOUR PALERMO BY FIAT 500

￥8,360
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TOUR PALERMO BY FIAT 500
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Private AGRIGENTO Valley of Temples Tour -with Local Guide- starts from Palermo

￥33,929
Per adult
Private AGRIGENTO Valley of Temples Tour -with Local Guide- starts from Palermo
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Monreale which includes a city and a sunset

Monreale

Mondello which includes mountains, a coastal town and general coastal views

Mondello

Photo "Sferracavallo" by Jorge Franganillo (CC BY) / Cropped from original

Sferracavallo

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Borgo Vecchio