Borgo Vecchio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo "Borgo Vecchio" by Bengt Nyman (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Bengt Nyman (CC BY)
Photo "Borgo Vecchio" by Bengt Nyman (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Bengt Nyman (CC BY)
Photo "Borgo Vecchio" by Jürgen Kehrberger (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Jürgen Kehrberger (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Palermo Harbour

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
Palermo which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

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
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
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
Politeama Garibaldi Theater

Politeama Garibaldi Theater

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Politeama Garibaldi Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Politeama Garibaldi Theater
Ballaro Market showing markets, food and street scenes

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

Activities

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

AU$27
per adult
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Shopping Bus: Sicilia Outlet Village da Palermo

Shopping Bus: Sicilia Outlet Village da Palermo

AU$36
per adult
Shopping Bus: Sicilia Outlet Village da Palermo
From Palermo: Bus & Cruise to Favignana & Levanzo with Lunch

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

AU$116
per adult
From Palermo: Bus & Cruise to Favignana & Levanzo with Lunch
Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco

Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco

AU$21
per adult
Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco
Vela Boheme ~ Vintage Sicilian Boat Tour

Vela Boheme ~ Vintage Sicilian Boat Tour

AU$178
per adult
Vela Boheme ~ Vintage Sicilian Boat Tour
Boat tour in Palermo

Palermo: Boat tour luxury

AU$212
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Boat tour luxury
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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$154 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$154
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and ...
8/10 Very Good! (557 reviews)
"Great views, excellent for getting around, close to all amenities- staff very accommodating."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

President Hotel Palermo
Hotel Vecchio Borgo

Hotel Vecchio Borgo

4 out of 5
Via Sella Quintino 1/7, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and ...
8/10 Very Good! (336 reviews)
"It is a very old property like Italy. I enjoyed the breakfast and the staff was friendly. They can do a better job updating their linens. The bedding and pillows were needing replacement. I did not like the immediate neighborhood."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

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Hotel Vecchio Borgo
Marisol

Marisol

Via Rosina Muzio Salvo 22, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$208 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$208
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and climate control. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Mondello Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
"Easy communication and a wonderful room"

Reviewed on 29 July 2025

Marisol
Astoria Palace Hotel

Astoria Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Montepellegrino 62, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (994 reviews)
"Stayed for 5 nights. Excellent service and helpful pleasant staff. Comfortable large clean lobby. Rooms cleaned and towels changed punctually everyday. Excellent breakfast. Very convenient location for going in any direction. The fastest elevators !"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Astoria Palace Hotel
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$244 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$244
5 Nov - 6 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! (853 reviews)
"Great place. Shower water could have been hotter."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Hotel Politeama

Hotel Politeama

4 out of 5
Piazza Ruggiero Settimo,15, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$209 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$209
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (458 reviews)
"Excellent service and wonderful restaurant!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hotel Politeama
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Other neighbourhoods around Borgo Vecchio

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Politeama

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

Politeama
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Ruggero Settimo

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

Unique features of Ruggero Settimo include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Piazza Ruggero Settimo or Politeama Garibaldi Theater while you're exploring the area.

Ruggero Settimo
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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
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Libertà

If you're spending some time in Libertà, Palermo Harbour and Villa Airoldi Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Libertà
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
Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture

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.

Palermo Historical Center

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