Palermo Historical Center

Palermo

Palermo which includes a house and heritage architecture
Palermo which includes a church or cathedral, a square or plaza and heritage architecture
Mount Etna showing mountains
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Popular places to visit

Palermo showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Teatro Massimo

4.5/5(70 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(26 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

3.5/5(43 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
Ballaro Market which includes markets, food and street scenes

Ballaro Market

4/5(50 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
Palermo Cathedral

Palermo Cathedral

4.5/5(100 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
Palace of the Normans

Palace of the Normans

4.5/5(36 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

Things to do

Half day boat tour of Palermo

Half day boat tour of Palermo

S$217
per adult
Half day boat tour of Palermo
Balestrate: Olive Grove Tour with Wines & Olive Oil Tasting

Balestrate: Olive Grove Tour with Wines & Olive Oil Tasting

S$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Balestrate: Olive Grove Tour with Wines & Olive Oil Tasting
Palermo: Tour Historic Center, Catacombs & Monreale in CruiserCar

Palermo: Tour Historic Center, Catacombs & Monreale in CruiserCar

S$178
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Tour Historic Center, Catacombs & Monreale in CruiserCar
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

S$22
per adult
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Piazza Bellini, church of Santa Maria dell’Ammiraglio

Discover Palermo

S$67
per adult
Discover Palermo
Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

S$103
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty
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Top hotels in Palermo Historical Center

Eurostars Centrale Palace

Eurostars Centrale Palace

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327, Palermo, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$194 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$194
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (974 reviews)
Old and Glamorous Italian Gal!
"Busted and Old AC unit made exaggerating noise all night. Room is way small for EU standards. Seems that the Hotel was 4 stars some years ago. Lobby is beautiful and classy but that’s it. Theres no parking. Period. Don’t ask. Location is perfect and close to everything. Wish they do some renovations ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug, 2025

Eurostars Centrale Palace
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18, Palermo, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$192 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$192
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
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 S$148 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
S$148
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (317 reviews)
"Love the Hotel location, easy access to anywhere if walking. Recommend not driving but the hotel does have a company who picks up your car and parks it, they bring it to you when you need it, very good. Check out driving restrictions in the area, call hotel. Only thing is the bathroom showers need ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun, 2025

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico, Palermo, PA
The price is S$244 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$244
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
NH Palermo
NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano

NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 114, Palermo, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$334 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$334
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio Emanuele ...
8/10 Very Good! (871 reviews)
"Loved my room with the balcony!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug, 2025

NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano
Ambasciatori Hotel

Ambasciatori Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Roma 111, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (988 reviews)
"Such a nice stay in Palermo. The hotel was lovely. Nice rooftop restaurant that served breakfast and dinner, great views. Had 24hr reception which was another plus. Would recommend"

Reviewed on 24 Aug, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Palermo Historical Center

Palermo which includes a house and heritage architecture

Centro Storico

4/5(11 area reviews)

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

4.5/5(14 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 markets, food and street scenes

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 showing food

Monte di Pieta

4.5/5(25 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
Via Maqueda showing markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Kalsa

4.5/5(88 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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Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

While visiting Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Botanical Garden and Villa Giulia.

Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo

Palermo Historical Center