Visit Centro Storico
Popular places to visit
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.
Via Vittorio Emanuele
You can find out about the history of Palermo with a visit to Via Vittorio Emanuele. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Palace of the Normans
You can learn about the history of Palermo with a visit to Palace of the Normans. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Via Maqueda
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Via Maqueda during your stay in Palermo. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Palermo Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo: Single bus tickets between Airport and City Center
Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences
From Palermo: Monreale and Cefalù Half-Day Trip
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine
Top hotels in Centro Storico
Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel
Staff & location great. We were in the Family room in the Annex. I loved it but my partner wished it had more windows.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
La Terrazza Sul Centro
The room was very nice and was cleaned well every day. All of the staff were very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was very good in the view from the terrace was also very good. Good central location in the city. Would recommend this hotel highly to anyone.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
The location is good. The price is good. But I wanted a coffee service in my room.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Palazzo Brunaccini Boutique Hotel
Great location, 15 minutes walking to the central train station and other attractions 👍 Room was comfortable and front desk staff were helpful who offered breakfast bags for early check out 👍 breakfast was okay too. In the last night of staying, there was noise above our floor, called the front ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Porta di Castro Hotel & Pool
Excellent customer service, made us feel very welcome!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Storico
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 Piazza Pretoria and Via Maqueda.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Via Roma and Vucciria Market.
Kalsa
Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Regional Gallery or Piazza Marina while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo
While visiting Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Botanical Garden and Villa Giulia.
