Borgo Vecchio
Palermo
Visit Borgo Vecchio
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Politeama Garibaldi Theater
Enjoy a performance at Politeama Garibaldi Theater, 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.
Things to do
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Mondello: 4-Hour Coastal Boat Tour with Aperitif & Swimming
Palermo Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Palermo: Valley of the Temples and Scala dei Turchi Day Trip
Palermo: Mondello, Capo Gallo Reserve Boat Tour, and Snack
Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences
Top hotels in Borgo Vecchio
President Hotel Palermo
Stayed one night bathroom been remodeled , don't think the room had slept great
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel Vecchio Borgo
Yes, everything was great except par
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Marisol
Easy communication and a wonderful room
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025
Hotel Politeama
Excellent location.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Astoria Palace Hotel
Stayed for 5 nights. Excellent service and helpful pleasant staff. Comfortable large clean lobby. Rooms cleaned and towels changed punctually everyday. Excellent breakfast. Very convenient location for going in any direction. The fastest elevators !
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre
Needed a few times to ask them for extra blanket and pillows. Also not happy in a three day stay sheets were not changed
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Borgo Vecchio
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.
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.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.
Libertà
If you're spending some time in Libertà, Palermo Harbour and Villa Airoldi Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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
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.
