Visit Centro Storico
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco
Shopping Bus: Sicilia Outlet Village da Palermo
Palermo Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better
Our pick of the best Centro Storico Hotel Deals
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
Front desk staff were superb!!!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Eurostars Centrale Palace
Staff very helpful. The hotel infrastructure is tired.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
NH Palermo
Fantastic hotel, great staff , great pool , great stay !!
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Excellent traditional European hotel with friendly, attentive staff Complimentary full breakfast, served buffet style in the dining room was delicious, including fresh squeezed local orange juice that was amazing. Very convenient location to sightseeing and restaurants.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Porta di Castro Boutique Hotel & Spa
What a wonderful hidden gem of a hotel this turned out to be. Staff was wonderful, breakfast was incredible and was close to all that we wanted to see. Would definitely recommend as well as stay here again in the future. OWNER WAS hands on and made our stay so enjoyable.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel
We had a problem with our room, the staff were very helpful. We were moved into a bigger room, which they allowed us to stay in for the rest of our time there. The breakfast was delivered to our room, and it was delicious! Very happy with our stay, thankyou. I travelled here with my partner and 4 ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Storico
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.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.
Kalsa
Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Piazza Marina while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo
While visiting Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Botanical Garden and Villa Giulia.
