Palermo Historical Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic cathedral with a large dome and twin towers, surrounded by a plaza with palm trees and a fountain.
A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, a large dome, and a bell tower.
A grand historic building with a dome and columns, a flag, and a paved square.
A historic building with a large dome and intricate architecture.
A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, including a large dome and multiple towers.

Stay near popular Palermo Historical Center attractions

A grand historic building with a dome and columns, a flag, and a paved square.

Teatro Massimo

9.2/10 (1,904 reviews)
Enjoy a show at Teatro Massimo, a theatre with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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Activities

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

NZ$30
per adult
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily

Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily

NZ$67
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

NZ$75
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

NZ$127
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine
Palazzo Conte Federico

Palazzo Conte Federico

NZ$30
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Palazzo Conte Federico
Palermo by Sea: Relaxing Boat Tour with Aperitif

Palermo by Sea: Relaxing Boat Tour with Aperitif

NZ$178
per adult
Palermo by Sea: Relaxing Boat Tour with Aperitif
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Our pick of the best Palermo Historical Center Hotel Deals

Eurostars Centrale Palace

Eurostars Centrale Palace

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327 Palermo PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$232 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$232
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"We loved the location close to shopping and restaurants"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Eurostars Centrale Palace
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18 Palermo PA
The price is NZ$310 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$310
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (916 reviews)
"Staff was excellent especially reception people. Could not get better location for the hotel. Staff however did not recommend the restaurant in the hotel said was overpriced."

Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico Palermo PA
The price is NZ$350 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$350
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"Good 4 star hotel looking onto the sea. The room was modern and comfortable with very good facilities (decent hairdryer, great toiletries, slippers, fridge and safe). It was great to have a pool but the pool area could have been cleaner. The reception area and bar looked nice but it was extremely ..."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

NH Palermo
Quintocanto Hotel and Spa

Quintocanto Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 310 Palermo PA
The price is NZ$236 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$236
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (530 reviews)
"Amazing place"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Quintocanto Hotel and Spa
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 NZ$243 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$243
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (393 reviews)
"U"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano

NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 114 Palermo PA
The price is NZ$351 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$351
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio ...
8.2/10 Very good! (984 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano
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Our guide on where to stay in Palermo Historical Center

Find the best Palermo Historical Center areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Palermo Historical Center
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A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, including a large dome and multiple towers.

Centro Storico

If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio Emanuele are top sights worth seeing.

A historic fountain with statues and a circular design, surrounded by a fence.
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Kalsa

Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Regional Gallery while you're exploring.

A historical monument with statues, a large column, and a church with two towers.

Castellammare

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

An ornate theater with a circular ceiling and red seating.
Photo by Peter Sutton
Open Photo by Peter Sutton

Politeama

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

A historic cathedral with a large dome and clock tower.

Monte di Pieta

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

Palermo Historical Center Travel Guide

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