Palermo
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Where to stay in Palermo
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.
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.
Kalsa
Historical quarter revitalized with art galleries, restored churches, and palaces, Kalsa boasts narrow, winding streets for an authentic Sicilian experience.
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.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.
Libertà
If you're spending some time in Libertà, Palermo Harbour and Villa Airoldi Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Hotel Politeama
This is a nice hotel with some pros and cons. Pros: Good location close to good bakeries, coffee shops, shopping, and theaters. It's a fairly long walk to the Kalsa and Cattedrale, so not so convenient if you want to focus your sightseeing on those areas. The hotel is clean and the rooms are modern ...
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Grand Hotel Wagner
Wonderful location service and food.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Hotel Plaza Opera
We did not eat breakfast
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
La Marsa Vacances
This place is a slice of heaven. You can walk to beaches or town or just stay in this paradise. Water is unreal.
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025
Apartments Porta di Castro
Casa Petra - Apartment in a historic building in the heart of Palermo
Great apartment. Franco was very helpful.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo
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
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