5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Beautiful city that really comes alive at night.
Palermo
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Where to stay in Palermo
Palermo Historical Center
Palermo Historical Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Pretoria, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Palermo.
Centro Storico
3.5/5(15 area reviews)
Stroll along the ancient Cassaro street, admiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Royal Palace and Cathedral. Enjoy the pedestrian stretch from the Cathedral to Quattro Canti, and hop on the free "Arancione" shuttle bus to explore further.
Kalsa
4.5/5(136 area reviews)
Historical quarter revitalized with art galleries, restored churches, and palaces, Kalsa boasts narrow, winding streets for an authentic Sicilian experience.
Castellammare
4.5/5(31 area reviews)
Historically delimited by Via Maqueda and other streets, this original Palermo quarter boasts the vibrant Vucciria marketplace. Explore Sicilian culture and flavors in this polygonal district.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.
Albergheria
Historical quarter of Palermo, Albergaria boasts its proximity to Castellammare. Discover Sicilian history and explore nearby attractions in this charming area.
Hotel Politeama
Piazza Ruggiero Settimo,15, Palermo, PA
The price is AED 1,116 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
AED 1,116
AED 1,261 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (380 reviews)
"Wonderful location and amazing property. The roof top restaurant offers amazing views and delicious food!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2025
Eurostars Centrale Palace
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327, Palermo, PA
The price is AED 628 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
AED 628
AED 725 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (972 reviews)
"They really need a facelift in a number of areas-bathrooms, lighting in common areas to relax; couches outside the superb breakfast room are torn It’s a beautiful hotel with terrific service that needs a bit more attention. Take a page from the Hotel Quirinale playbook in Roma."
Reviewed on 15 May 2025
San Paolo Palace Hotel
Via Messina Marine, 91, Palermo, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 454 per night from May 30 to May 31
AED 454
AED 533 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (659 reviews)
"We got a quiet room on the 9th floor with a great view of the ocean. Rooms could use some updating to meet the 4 stars the hotel claims itself to be but it was comfortable for our needs and the bathroom was decent. Their continental breakfast was a highlight and had a variety of pastries, savory ..."
Reviewed on 31 March 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Residence Hotel Gloria
Via Enrico Toti 30, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 3-star residence in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Ballaro ...
7.8/10 Good! (57 reviews)
"L’hôtel à accepter que nous arrivions tard compte tenu de notre heure d’arrivée à l’aéroport. Cependant, aucune indication quand à l’arrivée sans réceptionniste, nous avons patientez dehors sans réponse au téléphone ni à l’interphone, puis quelqu’un a fini par nous ouvrir sans explication et nous ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2025
La Marsa Vacances
Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo,4801, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 4-star beach residence in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mondello Beach and Palermo Harbour are ...
7.6/10 Good! (60 reviews)
"Great!"
Reviewed on 15 April 2025
Marbela Apartments & Suites
Via S. Puglisi 9, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 3-star residence in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Mondello Beach ...
"We enjoyed an excellent room, great hospitality from wonderful staff, and a comfortable clean well-equipped room. Unfortunately there's a lot of dog feces on sidewalks, so watch your step!"
Reviewed on 5 January 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Palermo Harbour
4/5(79 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.
Teatro Massimo
4.5/5(156 reviews)
Enjoy a show at Teatro Massimo, a theater with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Palermo Cathedral
4.5/5(192 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.
Politeama Garibaldi Theater
4.5/5(43 reviews)
Enjoy a performance at Politeama Garibaldi Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Via Roma
4.5/5(65 reviews)
During your visit to Palermo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Via Roma. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Ballaro Market
4.5/5(59 reviews)
During your trip to Palermo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ballaro Market. Visit the monuments and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Reviews of Palermo
4.3
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Have a pizza or dinner at Mudu, excellent. Lots of history and older buildings, however dirty streets, lots of garbage in the streets.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
ORIGINAL AND LOTS OF HISTORY
5/5 - Excellent
T.O'brien
Very interesting place, gets better every time I go
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
We did the street food tour w/Streaty tours. Excellent guide Salvador brought us through the market, sampling Palermos street food. He was extremely knowledgeable. Great, fun tour!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Palermo is a unique city full of contrasts just like its people. The city has areas that are very dirty but other areas are very nice and I have to say the people are very nice and super helpful and the food is outstanding!!!
- Palermo Harbour
- Teatro Massimo
- Quattro Canti
- Palermo Cathedral
- Politeama Garibaldi Theater
- Via Roma
- Ballaro Market
- Via Vittorio Emanuele
- Foro Italico
- Palace of the Normans
- Via Maqueda
- Renzo Barbera Stadium
- Forum Palermo
- Capo Gallo Nature Reserve
- Vucciria Market
- Cappella Palatina
- Teatro di Verdura
- Piazza Pretoria
- Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art
- Mall Conca d'Oro
- Palermo City Hall
- Piazza Marina
- Piazza Ruggero Settimo
- Il Capo Market
- Palazzo Conte Federico
- Catacombe dei Cappuccini
- Church of St. Mary of the Admiral
- Sicilian Region Central Library
- Palermo Botanical Garden
- Regional Gallery
- Cantieri Culturali alla Zisa
- Palermo Cruise Terminal