Centro Storico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Palermo which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

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
Palermo Cathedral

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
Ballaro Market showing markets, food and street scenes

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
Via Vittorio Emanuele

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
Palace of the Normans

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
Via Maqueda featuring heritage architecture, a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

Via Maqueda

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

Via Maqueda

Activities

Palermo: Tour Historic Center, Catacombs & Monreale in CruiserCar

Palermo: Tour Historic Center, Catacombs & Monreale in CruiserCar

AU$164
per adult
Palermo: Tour Historic Center, Catacombs & Monreale in CruiserCar
Palermo Street Food Walking Tour

Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

AU$119
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

AU$249
per adult
Half day boat tour of Palermo
From Palermo: Monreale and Cefalù Half-Day Trip

From Palermo: Monreale and Cefalù Half-Day Trip

AU$103
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

AU$146
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

AU$335
per adult
From Palermo: Erice & Marsala Salt, Olive Oil, and Wine Tour
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Our pick of the best Centro Storico 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 AU$141 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$141
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
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! (249 reviews)
Reccomendable
"Confortable."

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
NH Palermo
NH Palermo
4 out of 5
Foro Italico, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$220 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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 26 Mar. 2025

NH Palermo
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$222 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
AU$222
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
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 24 Mar. 2025

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
inCanto
inCanto
Vicolo Marotta 5, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$138 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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! (114 reviews)
"This is a B&B it is the perfect location close to everything. It is very clean and modern. I had a great stay. Only one downfall there are many stairs to get to your room with no elavator. If you don’t mind stairs this place is perfect."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

inCanto
La Terrazza Sul Centro
La Terrazza Sul Centro
Via dell'università 20, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$179 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
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! (215 reviews)
"Excellent location in the center of Palermo! Friendly and helpful staff. No complaints."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

La Terrazza Sul Centro
Ambasciatori Hotel
Ambasciatori Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Roma 111, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$238 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Palermo. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (984 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with a friendly staff and a very good breakfast included. If you come to Palermo, this hotel is the place to stay, but avoid staying in a room facing the street as it is noisy."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Ambasciatori Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Storico

Palermo which includes a house and heritage architecture

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 Palermo Harbour and Piazza Pretoria.

Palermo Historical Center
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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
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
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
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
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Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo

4/5(1 area review)

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

Centro Storico Travel Guide

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