Zisa Travel Guide
Palermo
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Palermo: Norman Palace Ticket & Audio App Downloadable
Palermo Recorded Walking Tour with Local Expert
Entrance ticket to the Radici Piccolo Museo Della Natura
MUST23 Capaci An Antimafia Museum Experience
Top hotels in Zisa
Hotel Politeama
I had a great stay at Hotel Politeama in Palermo. The location is unbeatable—right in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore shops, restaurants, and major attractions. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the staff was friendly and helpful throughout my stay. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre
The room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
NH Palermo
Great breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Bel 3
San Paolo Palace Hotel
Be under no dellusions, at very best a 2-star hotel. Currently undergoing major renovation with severe disruption & noise. Some rooms renovated, many ongoing & others in bad repair, decades out of date. Initially given a South facing refurbished room, but no air condtioning. Apparently council prevent ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Astoria Palace Hotel
Room was basic and not new or too clean. Air con didn’t work and area around hotel was not pleasant. Will not recommend
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
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.
