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Popular places to visit
Palermo Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Monte Pellegrino 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.
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 Vittorio Emanuele
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 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.
Via Maqueda
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Via Maqueda during your stay in Palermo. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Palace of the Normans
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.
Areas of Palermo
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.
Centro Storico
If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Via Vittorio Emanuele and Piazza Pretoria are top sights worth seeing.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Ruggero Settimo and Politeama Garibaldi Theater.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Via Roma and Vucciria Market.
Partanna - Mondello
If you're spending some time in Partanna - Mondello, Mondello Beach and Capo Gallo Nature Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Kalsa
Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Regional Gallery or Piazza Marina while you're exploring.
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