Zisa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art
You can study the exhibits at Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Catacombe dei Cappuccini
Learn about the local history of Palermo when you spend time at Catacombe dei Cappuccini. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo: Street Food Walking Tour at Sunset
Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food
Our pick of the best Zisa Hotel Deals
Hotel Politeama
This is a nice hotel with some pros and cons. Pros: Good location close to good bakeries, coffee shops, shopping, and theaters. It's a fairly long walk to the Kalsa and Cattedrale, so not so convenient if you want to focus your sightseeing on those areas. The hotel is clean and the rooms are modern ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hotel Plaza Opera
We did not eat breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Wagner
Wonderful location service and food.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Palazzo Brunaccini Boutique Hotel
Great hotel, the staff are super friendly and helpful. The rooms were comfortable, spotless and nicely decorated. The beds were very comfortable - nice sheets and bedding. They have a nice breakfast buffet with a variety of baked goods, meats and fruits. The location is great for walking in the historical ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel
Ninni and Francesca at the front desk were so kind and helpful. Laura made fantastic breakfasts and made everyone welcome. The room was spotless. The bed comfortable and the location excellent.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Rocco Forte Villa Igiea
The breakfast and all of our meals was divine. And the setting is gorgeous. It is really 5 stars!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zisa
Monte di Pieta
Monte di Pieta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Cathedral and Quattro Canti.
Ruggero Settimo
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.
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.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.
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 Piazza Pretoria and Via Maqueda.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Via Roma and Vucciria Market.
