Palermo
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Useful information to fully enjoy your visit to Palermo. Attractions to see, Traditional Festival, events and things to do to have fun, food to taste, which items to buy, which interesting facts to know and where to stay on vacation in Palermo.
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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.
Events
2023 May 19-21
2023 June 22, 23
July 10 - 15
2023 Dec | 2024 Jan
What to see
Attractions to see in Palermo
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.
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!
Monreale
Palermo surroundings
Piana degli Albanesi
Palermo surroundings
Bagheria
Palermo surroundings
Santa Flavia
Palermo surroundings
Carini
Palermo surroundings
Casteldaccia
Palermo surroundings