Palermo

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Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture
Palermo showing heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a church or cathedral
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Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture
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Where to stay in Palermo

Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture

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.

Palermo Historical Center
Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture

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.

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

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.

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Politeama

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

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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.

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Libertà

If you're spending some time in Libertà, Palermo Harbour and Villa Zito are top sights worth seeing.

Libertà
Astoria Palace Hotel
Astoria Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Montepellegrino 62, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (990 reviews)
"As ever. Thanks"

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2025

Astoria Palace Hotel
NH Palermo
NH Palermo
4 out of 5
Foro Italico, Palermo, PA
The price is ¥28,912 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
¥28,912
¥33,344 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (911 reviews)
"Rey nice hotel water views walkable to everything."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

NH Palermo
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
3 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele 291, Palermo, PA
The price is ¥14,721 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
¥14,721
¥17,562 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star property in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (301 reviews)
"Love the Hotel location, easy access to anywhere if walking. Recommend not driving but the hotel does have a company who picks up your car and parks it, they bring it to you when you need it, very good. Check out driving restrictions in the area, call hotel. Only thing is the bathroom showers need ..."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
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.
La Marsa Vacances
La Marsa Vacances
4 out of 5
Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo,4801, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 4-star beach residence in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mondello Beach and Palermo Harbour are ...
7.6/10 Good! (65 reviews)
A hidden gem
"From the outside it looks quite plain. But once inside, it is a beautiful seaside resort. There is a huge pool with sun decks by the pool and the seashore. There is no beach, but easy access to swim in the crystal clear water. The room is spacious. The only complaint is that the bed is not very comfortable. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

La Marsa Vacances
Marbela Apartments & Suites
Marbela Apartments & Suites
3 out of 5
Via S. Puglisi 9, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 3-star residence in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Mondello Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)
"We enjoyed an excellent room, great hospitality from wonderful staff, and a comfortable clean well-equipped room. Unfortunately there's a lot of dog feces on sidewalks, so watch your step!"

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2025

Marbela Apartments & Suites
Nora's Suites
Nora's Suites
Via Cerda 19, 6, Palermo, PA
Stay at this apartment in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Mondello Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Look no further for absolute luxury and peace, 10 min walk to all the action, amazing food options just down the street, quick and easy check in process."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Nora's Suites
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.

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Reviews of Palermo

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
144
5 - Excellent 47%
4 - Good
116
4 - Good 38%
3 - Okay
39
3 - Okay 13%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful city that really comes alive at night.

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!!!

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