Palermo

Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

Area: Palermo surroundings

Palermo, varied and multi-ethnic, a UNESCO treasure of art and architecture. City full of churches, fortresses and royal courts, curious squares, museums, theaters, palaces and grandiose mosaics.
The streets and alleys of the old city hide monuments that vary from the characteristic Arab-Norman period up to the magnificent Sicilian Baroque.
Palermo is dominated by Mount Pellegrino and bathed by a splendid sea.
Characteristic are the local markets and street food on every corner of the streets.
A city rich in history , culture and good food.

What to see

Bonanno Villa in Palermo

Church of Magione in Palermo

Museum of Geology in Palermo

Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi in Palermo

Massimo Theater of Palermo

Villa Zito Picture Gallery in Palermo

Giuseppe Pitrè Ethnographic Museum in Palermo

Branciforte Palace Museum in Palermo

Oratory of Most Holy Rosary in Santa Cita in Palermo

Tower of San Nicolò di Bari in Palermo

Florio Villa in Palermo

Majolica Museum in Palermo

Malfitano Villa in Palermo

A Mare Castel in Palermo

La Cala of Palermo

Felice Gate in Palermo

Palermo Diocesan Museum

Cubula in Palermo

Sferracavallo Beach

Isle of Females

Utveggio Castle in Palermo

Caves of Addaura in Palermo

Pellegrino Mount

Mondello Beach

Palace of Quattro Pizzi in Palermo

Punic Necropolis of Palermo

Butera Palace in Palermo

Park of Orleans in Palermo

Ecomuseum Mare Memoria Viva in Palermo

Alliata di Villafranca Palace in Palermo

Church of Santa Maria della Catena in Palermo

Church of the Holy Savior in Palermo

Catacombs of Porta d'Ossuna in Palermo

Favaloro Villa in Palermo

Church of San Giovanni degli Eremiti

Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia in Palermo

Church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria in Palermo

Church of the Gesù in Palermo

Antonio Salinas Archaeological Museum

Botanical Garden in Palermo

Pretorio Palace in Palermo

Pretoria Fountain

Abatellis Palace in Palermo

Chiaramonte Steri Palace in Palermo

Church of San Cataldo in Palermo

Zisa Castle

Martorana Church in Palermo

Palatine Chapel

Catacombs of Capuchins

Piazza Quattro Canti

Royal Palace in Palermo

Chinese Building in Palermo

Castle of Maredolce in Palermo

Oratory of San Lorenzo in Palermo

Admiral's Bridge in Palermo

Garibaldi Garden in Palermo

Cuba palace

Puppet Museum in Palermo

Church of San Giuseppe dei Padri Teatini in Palermo

Mirto Palace museum

Palermo Cathedral

Villa Giulia in Palermo

Favorita Park in Palermo

Porta Nuova in Palermo

Foro Italico in Palermo

Piersanti Mattarella Park in Palermo

Valguarnera Gangi Palace in palermo

Ballarò Market of Palermo

Things to do

Tour, Experience, Tastings,...

Trails in Palermo

I migliori sentieri da trekking di Palermo per escursioni a piedi o in bicicletta. Scopri i percorsi adatti ai bambini per il tuo viaggio in famiglia.

Hop-on Hop-off Bus Palermo

Tickets for Hop-on Hop-off Bus Palermo Explore the Sicilian capital hassle-free with this hop-on hop-off bus tour

From Palermo: Half-Day Corleone Excursion

Enjoy a half-day shore excursion to Corleone, a small town that has had its history and culture shaped by the Mafia.

NO Mafia Walking Tour

Learn about the Mafia and the civil anti-mafia movement on a guided walking tour through the picturesque historic center of Palermo. Discover how the city is rebelling against the Mafia’s.

From Palermo: Day Trip

From Palermo: Day Trip to Erice + Sicilian Lunch + Granita Tasting + Salt Route
Lush landscapes, food, wine and more on this epic Erice and Marsala tour

Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show,... Palermo

Circus Orfei in Palermo
2023 December 3 - 2024 January 28

Le Orme concert in Palermo
2023 December 7

Panariello Vs Masini in Palermo
2023 December 9

Fiorella Mannoia and Danilo Rea concert in Palermo
2023 December 10

Musical Beauty and the Beast in Palermo
2023 December 16, 17

Living Nativity in Arenella - Palermo
2023 December 16, 17 | 2024 January 6, 7

Pink Floyd Inside Out - The Wall
2023 December 17

Thoughts and Words - Homage to Lucio Battisti - Palermo
2023 December 18

Luca Ravenna show - Red Sox in Palermo
2023 December 28

Alessandro Mannarino concert in Palermo
2023 December 30

Katia Follesa and Angelo Pisani show in Palermo
2024 January 5

Show - Carolina - Un Natale favoloso… a Teatro - Palermo
2024 January 6

We Will Rock You - The Musical in Palermo
2024 January 7

Edoardo Leo show in Palermo
2024 January 25

Maurizio Battista's Show
2024 February 14

Musical Forza Venite Gente in Palermo
2024 February 18

D. M. Experiences - The tour - Palermo
2024 February 20

PFM Canta de Andre' - Anniversary - Catania
2024 April 6

Pupo concert in Palermo
2024 April 19

Musical Neverland - Palermo
2024 April 20

Events in Palermo Area

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What to eat

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Palermo

You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.

Interesting Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Palermo

The White Lotus 2 Sicily filming location
In Palermo were filmed some scenes of the second season of The White Lotus series set in Sicily.

Places of "Il Gattopardo" - Palermo
Many scenes of "Il Gattopardo" were shot in Palermo, including the famous dance scene shot in the Palazzo Valguarnera Ganci.

Legend of the Moor's Head
The ceramic vases in the shape of a moor's head have become a symbol of Sicily. Their origin is shrouded in legend.

Legend of the Zisa Devils
The Devils of the Zisa of Palermo are one of the most ancient and well-known legends of the city of Sicilian capital.

Genio of Palermo
The Genius is one of the symbols of Palermo, which together with Santa Rosalia has the task of protecting the city and its inhabitants.

Spectrum of the Teatro Massimo in Palermo
The legend of specter of Teatro Massimo in Palermo is linked to the history of its construction and the desecration of tomb.

Legend of the Pezzinga Jump
The legend of the Salto di Pezzinga speaks of a prodigious leap made by a young lover in the Lungarini alley in Palermo.

The Legend of the Sister of the Mercede
The Legend of the Sister of the Mercede speaks of a ghost that wanders in the Church of Santa Maria della Mercede in Palermo.

Places of "Il 7 e l'8" - Palermo
The film “il 7 e l8” by the comic duo Ficarra and Picone was entirely shot in the streets of Palermo.

Places of "Mery forever" - Palermo
The film "Mery forever", and its sequel "Ragazzi fuori" were set entirely in the popular neighborhoods of Palermo.

"The Mafia Kills Only in Summer" - Palermo
Many views of Palermo, such as Ballarò market or Mondello beach, are recognizable in the film "The mafia kills only in summer".

The "old woman of vinegar" in Palermo
One of the best-known stories in Palermo is the one of Giovanna Bonanno, a hag better known as "the old woman of vinegar".

Legends of the Island of Females
The legends that revolve around the Island of Females and its tower explain the origin of the name of this island.

Places of "Pizza Connection" - Palermo
The film “Pizza Connection” was almost entirely shot in the streets of the city of Palermo.

Footprint of Porta Sant'Agata in Palermo
The Sant'Agata la Pedata church in Palermo owes its name to a boulder which bears the imprint of the foot of Sant’Agata.

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Where to stay

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Nearby Places

Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Palermo. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!