Centro Storico
Palermo
Visit Centro Storico
Popular places to visit
Teatro Massimo
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
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.
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 when you stop by Via Vittorio Emanuele. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Foro Italico
Explore the great outdoors at Foro Italico, a lovely green space in Palermo. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Via Maqueda
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Via Maqueda during your visit to Palermo. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Palermo: sensorial experience of nature and ecology
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo: Street Food Walking Tour at Sunset
Palermo Recorded Walking Tour with Local Expert
Top hotels in Centro Storico
NH Palermo
The staff was kind but the room was a bit dirty.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel
Spacious room in an excellent and accessible area of Palermo. Guest services were very helpful. All around a positive experience.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
La Terrazza Sul Centro
Not what I thought. First I thought it was hotel, when we got there it looked like normal apartments, no sign. But that goes away once you’re inside. I was so wonderfully surprised, nice room, great location and the staff was amazing! Great stay, recommend.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
Very cool
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Ambasciatori Hotel
Alas, our mattress was extremely uncomfortable. However, Rita at the front desk was extremely kind and helpful.
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Porta di Castro Hotel & Pool
The staff was wonderful, but the room wasn’t great. The bathroom had zero counter space, and no towel racks. The couch was stained and very difficult to get up from.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Storico
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.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.
Kalsa
Historic 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 historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Cathedral and Quattro Canti.
Albergheria
Albergheria is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palazzo Conte Federico and Sicilian Region Central Library.
Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo
If you're spending some time in Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo, Palermo Botanical Garden and Villa Giulia are top sights worth seeing.
