WELCOME TO THE BEATING HEART OF PALERMO



This prime location offers you a wide range of attractions and activities to explore during your stay. Located in the city's historic district, you will have easy access to some of Palermo's most iconic and fascinating sites.



Maximus Theater



Only a short walk away you can visit the majestic Teatro Massimo, the largest opera house in Italy and one of the largest in Europe. Take a tour or attend a performance for a unique cultural experience.


(Can be reached by bus number 101, 102, 104 or 124 - get off at the "Roma - Cavour" stop)

Cathedral of Palermo



Head to the historic center and visit the beautiful Palermo Cathedral, a masterpiece of Norman architecture with Gothic, Arab, and Baroque influences. Admire its towers, domes and mosaics.


(Can be reached by bus number 104 - get off at the "Bonello - Cathedral" stop)

Mondello Beach



If you want some relaxation by the sea, take a walk along the beautiful Mondello beach, which can be reached by a short bus or car ride from downtown Palermo.


(It can be reached by bus number 101 or 102 to the "Libertà - Croci" stop. Change to bus number 806 bound for Mondello. Get off at the "Mondello - Valdesi" stop.)



Ballarò Market



Explore the authentic Ballarò market, one of Palermo's oldest and liveliest markets. Here you can discover a variety of fresh produce, spices and local products, and immerse yourself in Sicilian culture.


(Can be reached by bus 109 or 234 - get off at the "Tukory - Ballarò" stop)

Capo Market



One of Palermo's most lively and historic markets. Located in the heart of the city, this open-air market is famous for its colorful and lively atmosphere, where visitors can immerse themselves in the flavors and scents of Sicily. Among the stalls, you will find a wide range of fresh produce: fish, meat, fruits, vegetables, spices and local products. It is the ideal place to savor the true spirit of Palermo and discover authentic Sicilian specialties and arancine.


(Can be reached by bus 104 - get off at the "Volturno - Teatro Massimo" stop)

Vucciria Market



This bustling open-air market is a symbol of Palermo's culture, where tradition and modernity meet. Originally famous for selling meat (hence the name "Vucciria," which comes from the French "boucherie" for "butcher's shop"), it now offers a wide range of products, including fresh fish, fruits, vegetables, spices, cheeses, and Sicilian street food. It is the ideal place to enjoy typical dishes such as arancine, bread with spleen (pani ca' meusa) and panelle. The Vucciria is not only a market, but also an evening hangout for young people, with numerous bars and clubs enlivening the area.


(It can be reached by bus 101 or 102 - get off at the "Roma - Bandiera" stop)



Monreale



Monreale is a Sicilian gem famous for its magnificent cathedral, one of the masterpieces of Norman architecture in Italy. Renowned for its splendid golden mosaics depicting biblical scenes and its Benedictine cloister, adorned with finely carved columns.


(Can be reached by bus 389P)

Pretoria Square



One of the most beautiful and striking squares in the city. Also known as Shame Square because of the presence of the naked statues inside, it is a place full of history and charm.


(It can be reached by bus 101 or 102 - get off at the "Roma - Bandiera" stop)

Street Food



Don't forget to enjoy Palermo's renowned street food. From bread with panelle and crocchè to arancine and sfincione, there is a wide selection of delicacies to sample to satisfy your taste buds