Borgo Vecchio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Borgo Vecchio
Borgo Vecchio
Borgo Vecchio

Popular places to visit

the skyline of palermo, sicily

Palermo Harbour

4/5(9 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

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

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
Ballaro Market

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
Via Roma

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
Via Vittorio Emanuele

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
A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, a large dome, and a bell tower.

Palermo Cathedral

4.5/5(11 reviews)

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

Activities

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

AU$24
per adult
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Palazzo Conte Federico

Palazzo Conte Federico

AU$24
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Palazzo Conte Federico
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

AU$62
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily

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

AU$55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo: Norman Palace Ticket & Audio App Downloadable

Palermo: Norman Palace Ticket & Audio App Downloadable

AU$32
per adult
Palermo: Norman Palace Ticket & Audio App Downloadable
Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco

Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco

AU$19
per adult
Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco
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Our pick of the best Borgo Vecchio Hotel Deals

President Hotel Palermo

President Hotel Palermo

4 out of 5
Via Francesco Crispi 230 Palermo PA
The price is AU$204 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$204
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Mondello ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (617 reviews)
"Good buffet. But city location. Is okay not again this"

Reviewed on 17 June 2026

President Hotel Palermo
Hotel Politeama

Hotel Politeama

4 out of 5
Piazza Ruggiero Settimo,15 Palermo PA
The price is AU$247 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$247
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (586 reviews)
"The hotel is good but has no atmosphere the staff don’t go out of their way to make your holiday enjoyable. It’s just a job to them. I wouldn’t stay there again even though the accommodation was good it was just unwelcoming to us. Breakfast typically Italian nice choice of cold meat and cheese and ..."

Reviewed on 19 June 2026

Hotel Politeama
Eurostars Centrale Palace

Eurostars Centrale Palace

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327 Palermo PA
The price is AU$193 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$193
5 July - 6 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 ...
Eurostars Centrale Palace
Astoria Palace Hotel

Astoria Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Montepellegrino 62 Palermo PA
The price is AU$124 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$124
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean rooms and good breakfast"

Reviewed on 2 June 2026

Astoria Palace Hotel
Hotel Bel 3

Hotel Bel 3

3 out of 5
Via Ruffo Di Calabria 20 Palermo PA
The price is AU$178 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$178
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice staff, nice pools and an amazing view of Palermo!"

Reviewed on 15 June 2026

Hotel Bel 3
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico Palermo PA
The price is AU$211 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$211
29 June - 30 June
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)
"Lou was a great waiter and the pool was great for the end of the beach day"

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

NH Palermo
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Our guide on where to stay in Borgo Vecchio

Find the best Borgo Vecchio areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Borgo Vecchio
Learn more about Borgo Vecchio
Night view of the cathedral of Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Palermo Historical Center

Travellers to Palermo Historical Center praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Palermo Harbour and Piazza Pretoria.

Centro Storico

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

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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.

Castellammare

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

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.

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