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 cathedral with a large dome and clock tower.
Photo by Berthold Werner (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
A historic building with intricate architecture, including a large dome and ornate towers.
Photo by Carlo Pelagalli (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)

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: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

NZ$69
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group
Palermo Noir Immersive 3DAudio Walking Tour and Boat Aperitif

Palermo Noir Immersive 3DAudio Walking Tour and Boat Aperitif

NZ$138
per adult
Palermo Noir Immersive 3DAudio Walking Tour and Boat Aperitif
Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco

Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco

NZ$40
per adult
Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

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

NZ$117
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
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Our pick of the best Palermo Historical Center Hotel Deals

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18 Palermo PA
The price is NZ$301 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$301
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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. ...
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
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$171 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$171
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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! (452 reviews)
"Location was great, room was beautiful and clean. Staff was very helpful and checking process after hours was easy to follow"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
Eurostars Centrale Palace

Eurostars Centrale Palace

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327 Palermo PA
The price is NZ$179 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
NZ$179
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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 ...
Eurostars Centrale Palace
inCanto

inCanto

Vicolo Marotta 5 Palermo PA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$187 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
NZ$187
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Quattro Canti and Via Roma are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (332 reviews)
"At check in we noticed bugs in the bathroom and over the course of a 3 day stay noticed many more. The door wouldn’t lock from the inside and when we asked the front desk over whatsapp they mentioned it should just automatically lock (which it didn’t). We finally did figure it out, with no help and ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

inCanto
Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa

Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa

1 out of 5
Via Porta Di Castro 223 Palermo PA
The price is NZ$259 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$259
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico Palermo PA
The price is NZ$193 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
NZ$193
11 Dec - 12 Dec
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! (1,001 reviews)
"everything was excellent"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

NH Palermo
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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 plaza with a fountain, statues, and a domed building.
Photo by José Luiz
Open Photo by José Luiz

Kalsa

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

A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, including a large dome and multiple towers.
Photo by Michael Karavanov
Open Photo by Michael Karavanov

Centro Storico

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

A historic building with ornate architecture, a horse-drawn carriage, and a busy street with vehicles and pedestrians.
Photo by trolvag
Open Photo by trolvag

Castellammare

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

A historic building with a large arched entrance, a statue in front, and a palm tree nearby.

Politeama

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

A historic cathedral with a large dome and clock tower.
Photo by Berthold Werner
Open Photo by Berthold Werner

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.

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