Centro Storico Travel Guide

Palermo

A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, including a large dome and multiple towers.
Photo by Michael Karavanov (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
An ancient stone structure with arches and columns, surrounded by greenery and a cobblestone path.
Photo by Rolf Dietrich Brecher from Germany (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
A historic cathedral with a large dome and clock tower.
Photo by Berthold Werner (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
A historic building with a dome and arched windows, surrounded by trees and parked cars.
Photo by Michael Karavanov (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
A historic building with intricate architecture, including a large dome and ornate towers.
Photo by Carlo Pelagalli (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)

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.
See properties

Things to do

tour Palermo with audioguide

tour Palermo with audioguide

฿570
per adult
tour Palermo with audioguide
Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco

Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco

฿761
per adult
Tour Cappella Palatina e palazzo Reale: patrimonio Unesco
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

฿1,331
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group
Palermo: Outdoor Yoga Session

Palermo: Outdoor Yoga Session

฿951
per adult
Palermo: Outdoor Yoga Session
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

฿2,624
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine
Palermo Recored Walking Tour with Local Expert

Palermo Recorded Walking Tour with Local Expert

฿570
per adult
Palermo Recorded Walking Tour with Local Expert
See all activities in Palermo

Top hotels in Centro Storico

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

4 out of 5
Via dei Cartari 18 Palermo PA
The price is ฿5,769 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,769
฿6,685 total
1 Nov - 2 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! (986 reviews)
"If you are looking for old-world charm, this fabulous hotel has it in spades. This is every bit a 5 star hotel. The rooms are spacious, beautifully decorated, and the staff is impeccable. Attention to detail is the rule. Breakfast was fabulous and the lobby is a wonderful place to relax and have ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
NH Palermo

NH Palermo

4 out of 5
Foro Italico Palermo PA
The price is ฿4,498 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿4,498
฿5,288 total
3 Nov - 4 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 ...
NH Palermo
Eurostars Centrale Palace

Eurostars Centrale Palace

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 327 Palermo PA
The price is ฿4,125 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,125
฿4,877 total
1 Nov - 2 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! (1,001 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Right at the heart of Palermo. Two issues- last few hundred meters have to walk with luggage as they don’t allow car there. Second parking is an issue here- need to park at a nearby garage."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Eurostars Centrale Palace
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 ฿2,967 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,967
฿3,566 total
1 Nov - 2 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! (435 reviews)
"Excellent location-right in the heart of things! Roof top breakfast area has amazing views! Would totally stay here again!!"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano

NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 114 Palermo PA
The price is ฿5,796 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿5,796
฿6,716 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Quattro Canti and Teatro Massimo ...
NH Collection Palermo Palazzo Sitano
Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa

Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa

1 out of 5
Via Porta Di Castro 223 Palermo PA
The price is ฿5,534 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿5,534
฿6,389 total
6 Oct - 7 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! (491 reviews)
"Delightful hotel, well positioned, extremely helpful friendly staff, room very funky (moped on the ceiling), my only gripe was how long the hot water took to come through the shower, there were times when I could read another chapter of my book before finally being able to step into the shower"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa
See all 1,361 properties in Centro Storico
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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.
Photo by trolvag
Open Photo by trolvag

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.

Centro Storico Travel Guide