Palermo Historical Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

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Teatro Massimo

4.5/5(10 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.

Teatro Massimo
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Ballaro Market

4/5(5 reviews)

Buy freshly caught fish, eat Sicilian specialties and search for vintage clothes at a market that has been serving Palermo's residents for centuries.

Ballaro Market
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Via Roma

4/5(6 reviews)

During your visit to Palermo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Via Roma. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Via Roma
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Via Vittorio Emanuele

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Palermo with a visit to Via Vittorio Emanuele. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Via Vittorio Emanuele
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Palace of the Normans

4/5(6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Palermo with a visit to Palace of the Normans. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Palace of the Normans
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Via Maqueda

4/5(2 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Via Maqueda during your stay in Palermo. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Via Maqueda

Activities

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Palermo: Guided City Walking Tour w/Customizable Itinerary

NZ$149
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Guided City Walking Tour w/Customizable Itinerary
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Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

NZ$121
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty
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From Taormina: Palermo and Cefalù Day Trip

NZ$114
Per adult
From Taormina: Palermo and Cefalù Day Trip
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Sacred Sicily Pilgrimage

NZ$1,055
Per adult
Sacred Sicily Pilgrimage
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Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

NZ$121
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine
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5 Days Food Wine and Culture West Sicily Tour In Palermo

NZ$7,295
Per adult
5 Days Food Wine and Culture West Sicily Tour In Palermo
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Our pick of the best Palermo Historical Center Hotel Deals

Ballarò Hotel
Ballarò Hotel
Via Maqueda 26, Palermo, Provincia di Palermo
The price is NZ$181 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$181
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and airport pick-up service (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
"Nice clean hotel in a character filled building"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Ballarò Hotel
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18, Palermo, PA
The price is NZ$227 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
NZ$227
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (643 reviews)
"Perfect location, beautiful lobby, spacious and clean rooms"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
NH Palermo
NH Palermo
4 out of 5
Foro Italico, Palermo, PA
The price is NZ$264 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$264
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
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! (751 reviews)
"The hotel is nice and convenience, the staff is great at front desk, bar, house keeping and breakfast room."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

NH Palermo
Eurostars Centrale Palace
Eurostars Centrale Palace
4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327, Palermo, PA
The price is NZ$295 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$295
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (968 reviews)
Nice hotel. Okay gym.
"Okay hotel. The staff was very nice, and we also enjoyed the breakfast very much. They say they have a gym, but they do not; the equipment is very old, and there is one weight machine that barely works. Not even sure why they have it there. The hotel should invest in some nicer equipment. The other ..."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

Eurostars Centrale Palace
Ambasciatori Hotel
Ambasciatori Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Roma 111, Palermo, PA
The price is NZ$288 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
NZ$288
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (982 reviews)
"This property is very nice. The rooms are clean and quiet. Our room had a balcony and the street was noisy, but once you closed the balcony doors you heard nothing, it was very peaceful. The hotel has a restaurant on the seventh floor and the food is amazing. Sit on the patio (if you can) as the ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Ambasciatori Hotel
Boutique B&B Vintage
Boutique B&B Vintage
3 out of 5
Via Bottai, 30, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (357 reviews)
"Comfortable, spacious hotel with modern amenities. Wonderful staff! Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Palermo Historical Center

Palermo which includes a house and heritage architecture

Centro Storico

4/5(1 area review)

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

Centro Storico
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Castellammare

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Castellammare
Ballaro Market which includes food, street scenes and markets

Albergheria

Albergheria is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palazzo Conte Federico and Sicilian Region Central Library.

Albergheria
Il Capo Market which includes food

Monte di Pieta

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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

Monte di Pieta
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Castellammare Vucciria

Unique features of Castellammare Vucciria include the historical sites and coffee shops. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Vucciria Market while you're exploring the area.

Castellammare Vucciria
Via Maqueda featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Kalsa

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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

Kalsa

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