Palermo Historical Center Travel Guide

Palermo

A historic cathedral with a large dome and twin towers, surrounded by a plaza with palm trees and a fountain.
A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, a large dome, and a bell tower.
A grand historic building with a dome and columns, a flag, and a paved square.
A historic building with a large dome and intricate architecture.
A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, including a large dome and multiple towers.

Stay near popular Palermo Historical Center 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

Rp304.900
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

Rp1.199.273
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

Rp304.900
per adult
Palermo Recorded Walking Tour with Local Expert
ph. Fabio Florio - Medusa and finds

Entrance ticket to the Radici Piccolo Museo Della Natura

Rp203.267
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

Rp691.106
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group
Palermo: Full-Day Shared Tour with Snorkeling Masks and Snacks

Palermo: Full-Day Shared Tour with Snorkeling Masks and Snacks

Rp1.626.132
per adult
Palermo: Full-Day Shared Tour with Snorkeling Masks and Snacks
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Top hotels in Palermo Historical Center

Eurostars Centrale Palace

Eurostars Centrale Palace

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327 Palermo PA
The price is Rp1.979.546 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp1.979.546
Rp2.362.471 total
2 Aug - 3 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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"We loved the location close to shopping and restaurants"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Eurostars Centrale Palace
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18 Palermo PA
The price is Rp2.988.106 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp2.988.106
Rp3.471.805 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (917 reviews)
"Excellent hotel."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico Palermo PA
The price is Rp3.163.381 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp3.163.381
Rp3.664.810 total
1 Aug - 2 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)
"Good 4 star hotel looking onto the sea. The room was modern and comfortable with very good facilities (decent hairdryer, great toiletries, slippers, fridge and safe). It was great to have a pool but the pool area could have been cleaner. The reception area and bar looked nice but it was extremely ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

NH Palermo
Quintocanto Hotel and Spa

Quintocanto Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 310 Palermo PA
The price is Rp2.016.934 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
Rp2.016.934
Rp2.403.558 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (531 reviews)
"Central location. So easy to get around. Lovely courtyard. Amazing staircase too."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

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 Rp2.097.703 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
Rp2.097.703
Rp2.471.999 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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! (393 reviews)
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Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano

NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 114 Palermo PA
The price is Rp3.175.533 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp3.175.533
Rp3.678.177 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio ...
8.2/10 Very good! (985 reviews)
"Nice clean room, staff was very helpful and the location was great."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano
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Where to stay in Palermo Historical Center

Find the best Palermo Historical Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, including a large dome and multiple towers.

Centro Storico

If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio Emanuele are top sights worth seeing.

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.
Photo by Peter Sutton
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.

Palermo Historical Center Travel Guide