Centro Storico Travel Guide

Palermo

A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, including a large dome and multiple towers.
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An ancient stone structure with arches and columns, surrounded by greenery and a cobblestone path.
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A historic cathedral with a large dome and clock tower.
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A historic building with a dome and arched windows, surrounded by trees and parked cars.
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A historic building with intricate architecture, including a large dome and ornate towers.
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Stay near popular Centro Storico attractions

A grand historic building with a dome and columns, a flag, and a paved square.

Teatro Massimo

9.2/10 (1,904 reviews)
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.
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Top hotels in Centro Storico

Eurostars Centrale Palace

Eurostars Centrale Palace

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327 Palermo PA
The price is ฿3,439 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿3,439
฿4,121 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"We are so glad we choose this hotel for our visit to Palermo. The perfect location as it is literally right in the city center, within walking distance to everything. It is a beautiful, older, renovated building with wonderful architectural details and plesant surprises around every corner. The front ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Eurostars Centrale Palace
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18 Palermo PA
The price is ฿5,740 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,740
฿6,652 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (994 reviews)
"Nice hotel near the old town. Very convenient for a visit to Palermo. Walking distance to restaurants and tourist attractions."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti

3 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele 291 Palermo PA
The price is ฿2,805 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿2,805
฿3,386 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (445 reviews)
"This hotel is fine. It wasn’t as nice as in the pictures but honestly if you’re going to be there just for sleeping it’s perfect. It has everything you need and the staff is great. If you’re looking for a fancy hotel I would say pick something else but something easy conveniently located and average ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico Palermo PA
The price is ฿3,895 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿3,895
฿4,622 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"The breakfast was good. It was clean. The hotel was super clean and all the staff were wonderful. Was it a great spot? Nh Palermo? I highly recommend."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

NH Palermo
Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa

Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa

1 out of 5
Via Porta Di Castro 223 Palermo PA
The price is ฿4,996 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,996
฿5,797 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (495 reviews)
"We loved this little gem of a place with lots of character. The staff are super nice and speak good English - they arranged airport pickup and late check-in flawlessly and helped us find a restaurant 2 mins away still open with delicious food when we arrived. Our room was very comfortable and pretty, ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa
inCanto

inCanto

Vicolo Marotta 5 Palermo PA
The price is ฿2,889 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿2,889
฿3,479 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury B&B in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Quattro Canti and Palermo Cathedral are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (310 reviews)
"The location is very central to the historic center so most of the historic attractions are with a fifteen minute walk, as are the train and bus terminals to go to other cities. Do keep in mind that this building requires you to carry your luggage up stairs so not a good choice if you pack heavy ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

inCanto
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Where to stay in Centro Storico

Find the best Centro Storico areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with a large dome and twin towers, surrounded by a plaza with palm trees and a fountain.

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.

A historic plaza with a fountain, statues, and a domed building.
Photo by José Luiz
Open Photo by José Luiz

Kalsa

Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Piazza Marina or Via Lincoln while you're exploring.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a horse-drawn carriage, and a busy street with vehicles and pedestrians.
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Castellammare

Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Via Roma and Vucciria Market.

A historic building with a large arched entrance, a statue in front, and a palm tree nearby.

Politeama

While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Ruggero Settimo and Politeama Garibaldi Theater.

A historic cathedral with a large dome and clock tower.
Photo by Berthold Werner
Open Photo by Berthold Werner

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.

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