Palermo Historical Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Palace of the Normans

4/5(6 reviews)

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

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Palermo: Guided City Walking Tour w/Customizable Itinerary

AU$139
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Guided City Walking Tour w/Customizable Itinerary
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Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

AU$113
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty
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From Taormina: Palermo and Cefalù Day Trip

AU$106
Per adult
From Taormina: Palermo and Cefalù Day Trip
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Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

AU$113
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine
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Palermo: Uncover the History of the Mafia on a Guided Walk

AU$59
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Uncover the History of the Mafia on a Guided Walk
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Private Art, Wine & Gourmet Food walking tour

AU$253
Per adult
Private Art, Wine & Gourmet Food walking tour
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Our pick of the best Palermo Historical Center Hotel Deals

Ballarò Hotel
Ballarò Hotel
Via Maqueda 26, Palermo, Provincia di Palermo
The price is AU$161 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
AU$161
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and airport pick-up service (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (233 reviews)
"Friendly accommodation close to the centre and station. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Ballarò Hotel
NH Palermo
NH Palermo
4 out of 5
Foro Italico, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$229 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$229
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (756 reviews)
"Fabulous"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

NH Palermo
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$219 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$219
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (653 reviews)
"Good area"

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Ambasciatori Hotel
Ambasciatori Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Roma 111, Palermo, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$298 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
AU$298
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (982 reviews)
Convenient city location
"Hotel is in a noisy area but there were multiple windows and shutters to help block out some of the city noises. Easy walk to train station and good street food area as well as ancient city attractions."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Ambasciatori Hotel
Eurostars Centrale Palace
Eurostars Centrale Palace
4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$239 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$239
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (969 reviews)
"Great location great hotel and staff"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Eurostars Centrale Palace
Boutique B&B Vintage
Boutique B&B Vintage
3 out of 5
Via Bottai, 30, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (363 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! The staff was so friendly and the room was better than we expected. My husband and I loved the location. Would definitely rent again if we ever get back to Scicily"

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Palermo Historical Center

Palermo which includes 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 which includes food, street scenes and markets

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 which includes 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
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Castellammare Vucciria

Unique features of Castellammare Vucciria include the historical sites and coffee shops. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Vucciria Market while you're exploring the area.

Castellammare Vucciria
Via Maqueda featuring markets and street scenes 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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