Centro Storico Travel Guide

Palermo

A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, including a large dome and multiple towers.
An ancient stone structure with arches and columns, surrounded by greenery and a cobblestone path.
A historic cathedral with a large dome and clock tower.
A historic building with a dome and arched windows, surrounded by trees and parked cars.
A historic building with intricate architecture, including a large dome and ornate towers.

Stay near popular Centro Storico attractions

A grand historic building with a dome and columns, a flag, and a paved square.

Teatro Massimo

9.2/10 (1,904 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.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Rp309.332
per adult
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

Rp1.319.817
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine
Palermo Recored Walking Tour with Local Expert

Palermo Recorded Walking Tour with Local Expert

Rp309.332
per adult
Palermo Recorded Walking Tour with Local Expert
ph. Fabio Florio - Medusa and finds

Entrance ticket to the Radici Piccolo Museo Della Natura

Rp206.221
per adult
Entrance ticket to the Radici Piccolo Museo Della Natura
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

Rp701.153
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group
Palermo: Norman Palace Ticket & Audio App Downloadable

Palermo: Norman Palace Ticket & Audio App Downloadable

Rp402.132
per adult
Palermo: Norman Palace Ticket & Audio App Downloadable
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Top hotels in Centro Storico

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18 Palermo PA
The price is Rp3.172.854 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Rp3.172.854
Rp3.677.111 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (936 reviews)
"Great location, great room with comfy bed and great AC. My room was very quiet so I had a great night's sleep. The breakfast was great. I would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Eurostars Centrale Palace

Eurostars Centrale Palace

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327 Palermo PA
The price is Rp2.381.946 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp2.381.946
Rp2.807.112 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Eurostars Centrale Palace
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico Palermo PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.588.347 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp3.588.347
Rp4.134.154 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very well located and amazing staff."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

NH Palermo
Quintocanto Hotel and Spa

Quintocanto Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 310 Palermo PA
The price is Rp2.056.689 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp2.056.689
Rp2.449.330 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Quintocanto Hotel and Spa
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 Rp2.453.674 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp2.453.674
Rp2.865.239 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (410 reviews)
"everything was horrible"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
Ballarò Hotel

Ballarò Hotel

1 out of 5
Via Maqueda 26 Palermo PA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and airport pick-up service (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
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Ballarò Hotel
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Where to stay in Centro Storico

Find the best Centro Storico areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with a large dome and twin towers, surrounded by a plaza with palm trees and a fountain.

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.

A historic fountain with statues and a circular design, surrounded by a fence.
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Kalsa

Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Regional Gallery while you're exploring.

A historical monument with statues, a large column, and a church with two towers.

Castellammare

Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.

An ornate theater with a circular ceiling and red seating.
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Open Photo by Peter Sutton

Politeama

While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.

A historic cathedral with a large dome and clock tower.

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.

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