Palermo

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Palermo
Palermo
Aerial view of Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Palermo, Italy, September 19, 2019: views of a lonely street with plants and a bicycle with the church in the background
Palermo, Italy, September 19, 2019: Square with a fountain, a parked motorbike, plants and shops around with awnings and facades of buildings in poor condition

Where to stay in Palermo

Night view of the cathedral of Palermo, Sicily, Italy

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 Cathedral

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
Kalsa, Palermo, Italy

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.

Kalsa
Sicilian Coastline in the morning. Deep blue sea; Shutterstock ID 341459549

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.

Castellammare
Another image from the tour of Politeama Garibaldi theater.
Taken on a Sony a6000 with a 7artisans fisheye lens.

Politeama

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

Politeama
Palermo Cathedral

Monte di Pieta

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

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

Monte di Pieta
Hotel Politeama

Hotel Politeama

4 out of 5
Piazza Ruggiero Settimo,15 Palermo PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥17,993 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
¥17,993
¥21,452 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
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! (500 reviews)
Great location Large bathroom, excellent bed and helpful front desk

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Hotel Politeama
Hotel Plaza Opera

Hotel Plaza Opera

4 out of 5
Via Gallo Nicolo' 2 Palermo PA
The price is ¥15,194 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
¥15,194
¥18,365 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (613 reviews)
The room was ok, the shower door gets stuck in room 603, and water gets into the bathroom floor we gotta call to get the wifi password good location and beds really comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Hotel Plaza Opera
Grand Hotel Wagner

Grand Hotel Wagner

5 out of 5
Via R. Wagner, 2 Palermo PA
The price is ¥22,435 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
¥22,435
¥26,523 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (803 reviews)
Beautiful hotel in a great location! I felt like royalty

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Grand Hotel Wagner
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
Book a stay at this beach residence in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mondello Beach and Palermo Harbour are ...
La Marsa Vacances
Giulio Cesare 14

Giulio Cesare 14

Piazza Giulio Cesare 14 Palermo PA
Stay at this apartment in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions Teatro Massimo and Palermo Harbour are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (67 reviews)
Good deal near the central train station
Staff were very helpful, such as Wenda (Wendy) and Simona at the front desk and Estefania and the lady who speaks English who clean the rooms. The building is old and not at the top condition, but the staff keeps it clean and pleasant. The central train station is a few minutes’ walk, and a supermarket ...

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

Giulio Cesare 14
Apartments Porta di Castro

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 ...
Apartments Porta di Castro
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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Things to do

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
2
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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