Palermo Historical Center

Palermo

Palermo featuring a house and heritage architecture
Palermo featuring a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
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Popular places to visit

Palermo showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Teatro Massimo

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Teatro Massimo, a theater with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Teatro Massimo
Palermo Cathedral

Palermo Cathedral

4.5/5(41 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
Via Roma

Via Roma

4.5/5(12 reviews)

During your visit to Palermo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Via Roma. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Via Roma
Ballaro Market featuring markets, street scenes and food

Ballaro Market

4.5/5(15 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 Vittorio Emanuele

Via Vittorio Emanuele

4.5/5(11 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Palermo when you stop by Via Vittorio Emanuele. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Via Vittorio Emanuele
Palace of the Normans

Palace of the Normans

4.5/5(19 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Palermo when you stop by Palace of the Normans. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Palace of the Normans

Things to do

Palermo Street Food Walking Tour

Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

CA $108
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty
Half day boat tour of Palermo

Half day boat tour of Palermo

CA $227
per adult
Half day boat tour of Palermo
From Palermo: Monreale and Cefalù Half-Day Trip

From Palermo: Monreale and Cefalù Half-Day Trip

CA $94
per adult
From Palermo: Monreale and Cefalù Half-Day Trip
Palermo: Guided City Walking Tour w/Customizable Itinerary

Palermo: Guided City Walking Tour w/Customizable Itinerary

CA $133
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Guided City Walking Tour w/Customizable Itinerary
From Palermo: Erice & Marsala Salt, Olive Oil, and Wine Tour

From Palermo: Erice & Marsala Salt, Olive Oil, and Wine Tour

CA $304
per adult
From Palermo: Erice & Marsala Salt, Olive Oil, and Wine Tour
Visit Segesta every afternoon from Palermo

From Palermo: Segesta Archaeological Park Transfer

CA $117
per adult
From Palermo: Segesta Archaeological Park Transfer
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Palermo Historical Center Hotel Deals

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
3 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele 291, Palermo, PA
The price is CA $117 per night from Apr. 3 to Apr. 4
CA $117
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Stay at this 3-star property in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (251 reviews)
Excellent value for money
"Lovely hotel in an old luxturios building with an Sicilian cortyard and a unique decor. Condition-a bit run down but well kept. Good breakfast, strategic location, hospitabe stuff."

Reviewed on Mar. 30, 2025

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
NH Palermo
NH Palermo
4 out of 5
Foro Italico, Palermo, PA
The price is CA $228 per night from Apr. 4 to Apr. 5
CA $228
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
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! (870 reviews)
"A fantastic base for any trip to Palermo,friendly staff and walking distance to attractions"

Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2025

NH Palermo
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18, Palermo, PA
The price is CA $186 per night from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21
CA $186
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (766 reviews)
"Very nice time."

Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2025

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
inCanto
inCanto
Vicolo Marotta 5, Palermo, PA
The price is CA $151 per night from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7
CA $151
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Quattro Canti ...
9/10 Wonderful! (115 reviews)
"Although you self checkin and we never met the hosts, it was a great room and a perfect location."

Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2025

inCanto
La Terrazza Sul Centro
La Terrazza Sul Centro
Via dell'università 20, Palermo, PA
The price is CA $149 per night from Apr. 18 to Apr. 19
CA $149
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Book a stay at this business-friendly B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (216 reviews)
"Excellent location in the center of Palermo! Friendly and helpful staff. No complaints."

Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2025

La Terrazza Sul Centro
Ballarò Hotel
Ballarò Hotel
1 out of 5
Via Maqueda 26, Palermo, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $154 per night from Apr. 13 to Apr. 14
CA $154
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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! (337 reviews)
Old city comfort
"Super perfect location excellent breakfast and located within walking of the old city"

Reviewed on Feb. 27, 2025

Ballarò Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Palermo Historical Center

Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture

Centro Storico

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Stroll along the ancient Cassaro street, admiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Royal Palace and Cathedral. Enjoy the pedestrian stretch from the Cathedral to Quattro Canti, and hop on the free "Arancione" shuttle bus to explore further.

Centro Storico
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Castellammare

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Historically delimited by Via Maqueda and other streets, this original Palermo quarter boasts the vibrant Vucciria marketplace. Explore Sicilian culture and flavors in this polygonal district.

Castellammare
Ballaro Market showing food, street scenes and markets

Albergheria

Historical quarter of Palermo, Albergaria boasts its proximity to Castellammare. Discover Sicilian history and explore nearby attractions in this charming area.

Albergheria
Il Capo Market showing food

Monte di Pieta

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

Monte di Pieta is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Cathedral and Quattro Canti.

Monte di Pieta
Via Maqueda showing markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Kalsa

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

Historical quarter revitalized with art galleries, restored churches, and palaces, Kalsa boasts narrow, winding streets for an authentic Sicilian experience.

Kalsa
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Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo, Palermo Botanical Garden and Villa Giulia are top sights worth seeing.

Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo

Palermo Historical Center

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