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.
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.
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.
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: Tour of Church of the Gesù & Casa Professa Museum
Top hotels in Centro Storico
NH Palermo
Great location with amazing views of the sea and coastline and very close to the old town, botanic gardens and Villa Guilia. Our room was on 3rd floor with balcony. Large room with a huge bed, moden decor and a powerful shower. Breakfast was plentiful and staff were attentive. Highly ...
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
AC wasnt working, but I think that's an Italy thing. As a result the room was overly hot and not as advertised (false claim of AC). It was near many attractions and food places and in a great area. Checkin and checkout were easy and the room was clean. Only a single pillow, but it was adequate enough ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano
Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa
Breakfast was amazing many options and lots to eat. Room was fantastic bed extremely comfortable. Room 102 has a beautiful private patio exclusive to the room. Very much enjoyed my stay. Will definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Al Piazza Marina B&B
Adequate continental breakfast.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Everything was the tops! Best room, staff, location and more! Highly recommended!
Reviewed on Apr 4, 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 Via Roma and Vucciria Market.
Castellammare Vucciria
Unique features of Castellammare Vucciria include the historic sites and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Vucciria Market or Via Roma while you're exploring the area.
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 Villa Bonanno.
