Centro Storico
Palermo
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.
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.
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.
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.
Foro Italico
Explore the great outdoors at Foro Italico, a lovely green space in Palermo. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the 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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station
MUST23 Capaci An Antimafia Museum Experience
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game
Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences
Top hotels in Centro Storico
NH Palermo
Great location with amazing views of the sea and coastline and very close to the old town, botanic gardens and Villa Guilia. Our room was on 3rd floor with balcony. Large room with a huge bed, moden decor and a powerful shower. Breakfast was plentiful and staff were attentive. Highly ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
A/C not working. Apparently shut off as to the time of the year and local ordinance? Bare bulb lamp, no shade. 4 hangers. Bathtub/ shower had mildew stains, drain plug laying on the side of the tub probably due to the fact that drain was very slow so we are standing in dirty water. Asked to change ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano
Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa
Wonderful boutique hotel stay in the heart of real Sicilian life. A bit eclectic (in a good way) Staff was beyond great, going out of their way to surpass all of our expectations. The breakfast was truly unbelievable and they even accommodated us a bit early one morning. I highly recommend!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Eurostars Centrale Palace
Great location, not easy to access by car
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
The rooms were large. The location was excellent, close to the main areas but very quiet. The bed was extremely firm, too firm for us. Generally, it was a little dated. Breakfast was okay. In my opinion, not a 4 star property though.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
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.
Castellammare Vucciria
Unique features of Castellammare Vucciria include the historical sites and coffee shops. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Vucciria Market while you're exploring the area.
Kalsa
Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Regional Gallery 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.
