Zisa
Palermo
Popular places to visit
Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art
You can study the exhibits at Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Catacombe dei Cappuccini
Learn about the local history of Palermo when you spend time at Catacombe dei Cappuccini. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Palermo Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences
Palermo Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Palermo: Street Food Walking Tour at Sunset
Top hotels in Zisa
Hotel Politeama
Great central location. Modern, clean, superb breakfast options. Polite and helpful staff. Some noise outside, but you are in the city centre after all. Unusual pillows, you’ll see what I mean when you go. But do stay here as we would definitely go back.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel Plaza Opera
Very nice hotel. Quiet and clean room. Very good service . Staff is very nice. Excellent location at the heart of palermo
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel Wagner
Beautiful rooms in a great location. Excellent service and a wonderful breakfast.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
San Paolo Palace Hotel
Easy to check in, quiet location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Hotel Bel 3
A truly underrated hotel! The staff, accommodations, food and service were amazing! The views of Palermo from our balcony were great and being outside the city centre away from the hustle and bustle was refreshing. If you have a car it is definitely easier to come and go (driving is not for the faint ...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre
Nice and cozy place
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zisa
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.
Ruggero Settimo
Unique features of Ruggero Settimo include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Piazza Ruggero Settimo or Politeama Garibaldi Theater while you're exploring the area.
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.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.
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.
