Zisa Travel Guide
Palermo
Popular places to visit
Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art
You can study the exhibits at Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Catacombe dei Cappuccini
Learn about the local history of Palermo when you spend time at Catacombe dei Cappuccini. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
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
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Palermo: sensorial experience of nature and ecology
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo in 2 ore Monumenti principali e Mercati storici
Top hotels in Zisa
Hotel Politeama
This is a nice hotel with some pros and cons. Pros: Good location close to good bakeries, coffee shops, shopping, and theaters. It's a fairly long walk to the Kalsa and Cattedrale, so not so convenient if you want to focus your sightseeing on those areas. The hotel is clean and the rooms are modern ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Grand Hotel Wagner
Wonderful location service and food.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel Plaza Opera
We did not eat breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel
Ninni and Francesca at the front desk were so kind and helpful. Laura made fantastic breakfasts and made everyone welcome. The room was spotless. The bed comfortable and the location excellent.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Rocco Forte Villa Igiea
The breakfast and all of our meals was divine. And the setting is gorgeous. It is really 5 stars!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
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
Other neighbourhoods around Zisa
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.
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.
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.
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.
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.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.
