Palermo Historical Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture
Palermo showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Mount Etna featuring mountains
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Popular places to visit

Palermo which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Teatro Massimo

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
Via Vittorio Emanuele

Via Vittorio Emanuele

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
Via Roma

Via Roma

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
Ballaro Market showing markets, food and street scenes

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.

Ballaro Market
Palermo Cathedral

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.

Palermo Cathedral
Palace of the Normans

Palace of the Normans

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

Activities

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

NZ$30
per adult
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Palermo: Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour

Palermo: Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour

NZ$24
per adult
Palermo: Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour
From Palermo: Bus & Cruise to Favignana & Levanzo with Lunch

From Palermo: Bus & Cruise to Favignana & Levanzo with Lunch

NZ$130
per adult
From Palermo: Bus & Cruise to Favignana & Levanzo with Lunch
Vela Boheme ~ Vintage Sicilian Boat Tour

Vela Boheme ~ Vintage Sicilian Boat Tour

NZ$200
per adult
Vela Boheme ~ Vintage Sicilian Boat Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Mondello,CapoGallo Reserve Boat Tour with Snacks and Drinks

Palermo: Mondello, Capo Gallo Reserve Boat Tour, and Snack

NZ$126
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Mondello, Capo Gallo Reserve Boat Tour, and Snack
Blue lounge

Palazzo Conte Federico

NZ$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palazzo Conte Federico
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Our pick of the best Palermo Historical Center Hotel Deals

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$213 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$213
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star property in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (333 reviews)
"Great location…staff is very accommodating However, if you book a suite, they are all located outside. The only way to get into your suite is to go out on a fire escape. Very challenging to navigate with luggage."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18, Palermo, PA
The price is NZ$263 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$263
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (852 reviews)
"Great place. Shower water could have been hotter."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico, Palermo, PA
The price is NZ$225 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$225
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (965 reviews)
"The hotel is situated on the promenade in Palermo. The hotel provided the usual facilities in the rooms - our room had a view of the promenade - there are plenty of different Italian restaurants in the locality - you’re spoilt for choice. The staff at the hotel are helpful (particularly the Reception ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

NH Palermo
Eurostars Centrale Palace

Eurostars Centrale Palace

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327, Palermo, PA
The price is NZ$246 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$246
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (982 reviews)
"Very clean close to everything"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Eurostars Centrale Palace
Porta di Castro Boutique Hotel & Spa

Porta di Castro Boutique Hotel & Spa

1 out of 5
Via Porta Di Castro 223, Palermo, PA
The price is NZ$276 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$276
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (376 reviews)
"This hotel is a hidden gem! The breakfast is possibly one of the biggest (with the most variety) we’ve ever experienced. Conveniently located and close to the main attractions and streets! The staff were superb, so attentive."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Porta di Castro Boutique Hotel & Spa
Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel

Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Santissimo Salvatore 6, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (420 reviews)
"Very nice and comfortable hotel in a nice location in Palermo. Safe and walkable to most locations! All staff were very attentive, friendly, and helpful!! Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Palermo Historical Center

Palermo showing 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 showing markets, food and street scenes

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 showing 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
Via Maqueda which includes street scenes and markets 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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Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Botanical Garden and Villa Giulia.

Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo

Palermo Historical Center Travel Guide

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