Monte Pellegrino Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Monte Pellegrino
Popular places to visit
Palermo Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.
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.
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.
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.
Politeama Garibaldi Theater
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.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo tour: alla scoperta del centro storico
Palermo: Street Food Walking Tour at Sunset
Our pick of the best Monte Pellegrino Hotel Deals
Rocco Forte Villa Igiea
Beautiful hotel and very friendly staffs
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Astoria Palace Hotel
Photos on website not same as actual room- mould in bathrooms - taps rusty floors sticky with acerbic smell & outside very old with broken pavement s- rooms a real let down stuck in the 80’s!!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hotel Politeama
Breakfast was fabulous. Location is great. Rooms are large. Staff is so nice and helpful. Having a gym is added bonus. We will definitely come back!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Grand Hotel Wagner
The Grand Hotel Wagner is a lovely hotel with a history. The location of the hotel was perfect for all of our exploring and close to restaurants and cafes. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the size and comfort of our room. The breakfast was the best we’ve had so far in Italy!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hotel Bel 3
President Hotel Palermo
Clean and spacious room, location, pleasant staff, great check in and delicious breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Monte Pellegrino
Arenella - Vergine Maria
If you're spending some time in Arenella - Vergine Maria, Spiaggia di Vergine Maria and Tonnara Bordonaro are top sights worth seeing.
Libertà
If you're spending some time in Libertà, Villa Airoldi Golf Club and Palermo Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Addaura
While Addaura isn't home to many top sights, Mondello Beach and Teatro di Verdura are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pallavicino
While visiting Pallavicino, you might make a stop by sights like Mall Conca d'Oro and Favorita Park.
Borgo Vecchio
Shopping, waterfront views and restaurants are some highlights of Borgo Vecchio. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Via Roma while you're exploring.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Ruggero Settimo and Politeama Garibaldi Theater.
