2025 Palermo Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

#DecemberTravelSupportEvent @@ A must-save route in southern Italy for travelers like me! I was looking for a different route than the places everyone else goes. From the beautiful hidden island of Sicily in Italy to the Amalfi Coast that you must visit before you die. I recommend it to those who want to travel leisurely✨ 📍Palermo, Sicily - Palermo Cathedral - Quattro Canti An octagonal square with four fountains - I Segreti del Chiostro A great place to eat cannoli - Molo trapezoidale A place with a great fountain show - Foro Italico A leisurely beach - Rinascente Palermo A must-see rooftop department store! - Tannura Osteria Restaurant with delicious Sicilian food - Trattoria Al Sorriso A great restaurant near Palermo Central Station 📍Catania, Sicily - Chiesa della Badia di Sant‘Agata You can go up for 5 euros, but you absolutely must go - Spiaggia San Giovanni Licuti Catania Beach - Caffè Opera Cafe with a great atmosphere - Pasta Bistrot Catania A place with delicious pasta - La Taverna del Grande Albero (Trattoria Mediterranea) Restaurant with a great atmosphere - Etna Volcano Tour is a must - GnamGnam Food Brunch Restaurant - Panda The only Korean restaurant! 📍Sicily Syracuse - Tempio di Apollo (Apollonion) Temple of Apollo in ancient Greek and Roman mythology - Caffè d‘Ortigia Cafe near the Temple of Apollo - Apollonion - Osteria da Carlo Restaurant with delicious seafood - Diana Fountain Fontana - Cathedral of Syracuse Cattedrale metropolitana della Natività di Maria Santissima - Cala Rossa Beach Spiaggia di Cala Rossa Beach in Syracuse - Greek Theater Teatro Greco Amphitheater of Greek and Roman mythology 📍Naples / Baccoli - Duomo di Napoli Cathedral - Vesuvio Roof Bar & Restaurant by ”UNA cucina“ Rooftop restaurant with a great view - Statua di Umberto A place with a great view of the sea in Naples - Fontana del Gigante A monument to see while walking - Piazza del Plebiscito Naples’ great square - Pizzeria Donna Sofia Ai Tribunali Pizza in Naples Gourmet restaurants - ‘A Figlia d’‘o Marenaro Restaurant with delicious seafood - Vesuvius National Park Parco Nazionale del Vesuvio Vesuvius volcano - Poppy‘S Coffee Bacoli Cafe with a great atmosphere - Frudisi Bacoli Ice cream restaurant - Parco Borbonico del Fusaro Bacoli Beautiful sunset - Miseno beach Bacoli Beach 📍Vico Equense / Sorrento / Positano / Amalfi - Vanilla Wine & Restaurant Vico Equense Gourmet restaurants - Antico Bagno Conca delle Sirene Vico Equense Beach - Belvedere Sorrento Vico Equense Coastal Road View - Bagni Salvatore Sorrento Beach - Spiaggia di Sorrento Sorrento Beach with a great view - Enjoy Restaurant Enjoy The Little Things Bistrot Gourmet restaurants in Sorrento - Vallone dei Mulini Small valley in Sorrento - Positano Spiaggia Positano Beach - Ocean Bar Positano Beach Bar - D‘Aiello Restaurant Positano Restaurant with a great view - Amalfi Harbor Marina Coppola Porto di Amalfi Marina Coppola Amalfi Marina (great view) - Amalfi Coast Costiera Amalfitana When I plan a trip, I always look for places I want to visit and are unfamiliar with. Even if it’s a day trip, I always try to visit the nearby areas, so if you want to see more of the nearby areas when traveling in southern Italy, please refer to this:) (This is a recommended route for those who are visiting Sicily for the first time.) #Italy #ItalyTravel #Sicily #SicilyTravel #Naples #Baccoli #Amalfi #Positano #Sorrento #SouthernItaly #ItalianSmallCity #ItalianTravelRecommendation #ItalianVillage #Europe #Europe #EuropeTravel

Memories of travel. When I lived, it was called the Central Palace Hotel.. It seems that it has been acquired by Eurostar recently.. The hotel is located in the ZTL area. Pay attention to communicate with the hotel to avoid violations. This hotel was once the noble Palazzo Tarallo Palace of the 18th century, located in the center of Palermo, just a few steps from the magnificent cathedral and the famous Via Maqueda. The hotel used to be a magnificent aristocratic residence, in After expert-level restoration in 2003, it regained its original glory. The decoration materials and furniture of the hotel have been carefully selected, and the original architectural style of the hotel is carefully preserved, so that the hotel has a special charming charm and unique personality. The main floor of the hotel is equipped with luxurious murals and precious antique furniture, creating a magical atmosphere like the novel "The Leopard". The hotel has 5 well-equipped conference rooms. Restaurant 1892 is an ideal place for lunch or dinner for various special events, as well as wedding receptions and buffets or dinners. The above is copied from ***.. This old hotel feels like walking in a maze. When I stayed there, I felt so-so in the guest room. I don't know how it is now. #100waysoftravel

#travelchecklist Visiting Palermo was an unforgettable experience! 🏛️ My day began with a stroll through the vibrant markets of Ballarò and Vucciria, where you can savor fresh local produce and street food. The entrance to the Palermo Cathedral was free, and its stunning mix of architectural styles is worth exploring. ⛪ For a small fee of around €8, I toured the Cappella Palatina inside the Norman Palace, which features breathtaking mosaics. Nearby, the picturesque Piazza Pretoria and its impressive fountain were highlights, as well as the peaceful Orto Botanico, perfect for a relaxing walk. 🌿 The blend of history, culture, and cuisine made my Palermo trip truly special. #trip #Palermo #Sicily #TravelTips #ItalianTravel #HistoricalSites

📍How to get there: Piazza Olivella 10, Palermo. Next to the central post office. ✔️Ticket: 6 euros ✔️Working hours: from Tuesday to Friday, 9:00-13:00, 15:00-17:00. It’s the oldest museum in Sicily. It contains a great collection of Ancient Greek art. Some of the historical items are dated 4th/5th century BC. The buildings of the museum itself is a true masterpiece also. It was built in 17th century. In the middle of the museum there is a small yard with a fountain and a small garden. For now the second floor of the museum, church and the oratorium are under renovation. But the first floor can impress a lot! It’s a good place to spend a couple’s of hours and to know more about the history of Palermo. timetotravel

Cathedral of Palermo is one of the main and the most important architectural sightseeing in Palermo. It has a long history and represents a mix of different cultural and architectural styles from Arabs to Normans. It’s located in historical downtown. 📍Address: Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 480 ✔️Working hours: from Monday to Saturday 9:00-17.30. On Sunday (Royal Tombs)- 9:00-13:00. ✔️Tickets: Palace Complex + Cathedral (treasury/crypts/Royal tombs) + roofs - 15 euro #timetotravel

We booked this restaurant for our tita 60th birthday celebration. The restaurant was accomodating in accepting our reservation for a party of 16. Restaurant was modern and chic looking. Servers was fast and helpful. We were immediately shown to our table. They were patient too as it can be chaotic to take the order for a large group. Food was amazing. Cooked perfectly and the portion was big too. We were allowed to pack our unfinished food. Address - Via E. Amari, 68, 90139 Palermo PA, Italy Ambiance/Facilities - Modern and Chic Highlights - Staff was helpful and patience. Avg. Price per Person - €40 - €50 depending on what you order Rating - 5/5 #labrace #foodexperience #italy #palermo #foodie #restaurant #tonywanderlust

Rustic narrow paths and ornate buildings aged by time ensure that, in Palermo, you never know what is around the corner. You can find extravagant churches behind small ordinary facades scattered throughout the historic center #2023travelwish #mytripvlog #tripblazers #foodie #summervacation #意大利

#2023 Travel Wishes "Norman Palace" The Norman Palace is one of the most popular attractions when traveling to Sicily😍😍 The Norman Palace is one of the outstanding representatives of Western palaces. ➡️It was once the main residence of the King of Sicily.Now it is the place of important parliament in Sicily. ➡️ And the architectural style belongs to the Arabic matching Norman style, very rare characteristic architecture ➡️A random shot is a super beautiful photo shoot 📸️📸️ 🌟🌟🌟 In addition to the palace, the most worth visiting is the Byzantine style "Palatina Chapel" located on the second floor of the palace Palazzo dei Normanni Address: Piazza Indipendenza, 1, 90129 Palermo PA, Italy The new place to make a wish in 2023 is....🙏🏻🙏🏻 Kyoto, Japan Hope to visitKyoto’s antique Japanese architecture😍🌟🌟 🌟➡️Follow Me On IG:grace_chow0202 #Italy #Sicily #Europe

#2023 Travel Wishes The monuments around Palermo in Sicily are famous... and this main church "Palermo Cathedral" belongs to the largest church in Palermo.It is also the most important architectural monument. Overall, the ancient atmosphere of the 18th century is preserved..and this ⛪️ also incorporates several styles, including Gothic/Spanish architectural features/Sicilian Norman style.. 🌟🌟Recommend the beautiful church that you must visit in Sicily⛪️😍😍 ⛪️ Church entry is free 🆓, but if you want to visit to enter the top open air location, need to purchase additional tickets 🎫: € 7 per person If you want to see the 360-degree night view of the entire Palermo, it is definitely recommended to purchase a ticket to the top floor of the church ⛪️ to visit 🌃👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Cattedrale di Palermo (Palermo Cathedral⛪️) Address: Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 90040 Palermo, Italy The place to make a wish in 2023 is… in 🙏🏻🙏🏻 in Japan I haven't been to Japan for many years and I miss Japanese food and shopping 😆😆 🌟➡️Follow me on IG:grace_chow0202 #Italy #Sicily #Europe #freetravel #OverseasTravel

Palermo Cathedral is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Palermo, located in Palermo, Sicily, southern Italy. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. As an architectural complex, it is characterized by the presence of different styles, due to a long history of additions, alterations and restorations, the last of which occurred in the 18th century. Getting There - It is just a short walk from Palermo Centrale. Attractions - The beautiful architecture.of the church Hotels - Many hotels nearby to suit all budget Food & Restaurants - Many restaurants nearby to suit all budgets Shopping - Sovenirs, retail and luxury shopping available nearby #church #cathedral #palermo #italy #tonywanderlust

Great long sandy beach close to Palermo. Lots of bars and restaurants. Pristine water, also perfect for kids. You can rent a small boat with slide for the children There is a public and a private lido part. The latter offers sunbeds and umbrellas for 20 to 30 euro per day. Getting There - You can take bus 806 from Palermo which will take you directly to Mondello beach. Attractions - The long sandy beach and clear pristine water. Hotels - Few hotels nearby to suit all budget. Food & Restaurants - Many restaurants available here to suit all budget. Shopping - Retail and souvenirs shopping available here. #mondello #beach #palermo #italy #tonywanderlust

Spinnato at Piazza Castelnuovo serves the best hot chocolate we had ever had such that we went there 4 times in the 3 days we were at Palermo. So good!!!! It is not a chocolate drink but instead, it is like melted chocolate. I do not know how they make their hot chocolate so the best way I can only describe is melted chocolate. It is hot and has a thick and smooth consistency. not the watered down type. There are different hot chocolate creations for you to choose and I am sure you will be spoilt for choices. There is 2 Spinnato facing each other, one sells coffee and one sells chocolate. You can sit at either of them and place order for any item. Go for the original hot chocolate or their specialty coffee such as cognac coffee which warms you up in the cold #hotchocolate #palermo

Spiaggia di Mondello has a strong reputation among the locals as being one of the best touristic spots to visit in all of the city of Palermo in Sicily. It is a great place for a swim in the summer with wide open spaces and plenty of places to eat at as well. It is rather easy to get here following a gps and the bus routes in the city. It is not so far from the city center either but is not so far walkable to this destination so take the bus or a car. There are many businessmen near the area selling gifts and there are shops with specific souvenirs tourists would want. I would definitely say it is worth a visit. During my trip in the spring it was warm and still not too hot. Definitely recommended. #italy #travel #sicily #naturewonders #🇮🇹

Tonnara Bordonaro is a late 15th century building🤩🤩castle🏯🏯 located in Vergine Maria in Palermo After centuries of history, it became the monument it is today, while retaining the former tower. A long time ago, there used to be a tuna production factory 🏭🏭 and there was a tuna boat inside. Later, the roof was too old and dilapidated... so the tuna boat was also in bad condition... Now it has become a historic site. The surrounding environment is beautiful. There are green grass + beaches with unparalleled sea views🏖️🤩🤩. A beautiful historic scenery❤️ 📍 Tonnara Bordonaro, Vergine Maria Piazza Bordonaro 9 ,90142 Palermo PA,Italia It takes 30 minutes to get here from Palermo Airport #外游

Vergine Maria is located in Palermo, Sicily, 6.3 km from the centre of Palermo. The beach is located in the city, surrounded by mountains⛰️🤩 The vast coastline, crystal green water, shallow sand and pebbles, it is recommended to wear special swimming shoes 😎 Free 🆓 admission to Vergine Maria Beach 📍 Convenient transportation: The location is excellent. The parking lot is directly on the beach. It is a 2-minute walk from the bus stop. Matteotti district, Sicily, Palermo Italy #Sicily #palermo #SouthernItaly #EuropeanTravel #I'm so worried about you#A good place to go in the hot summer

Mondello beach_Mondello beach 📍The largest beach in Palermo province in western Sicily🏖️ One or two days of a must-see beach in Sicily. With miles of coastline, Sicily's beaches are clean and beautiful, perfect for vacation, swimming or water sports time.The water is clear and the sand is fine🤩🤩 One of the most famous beaches_"Mondello beach"🤩🤩 Hotels and restaurants near the beach.10 points convenient geographical environment. The beach also has pedal boat rentals😎 💡💡 Sicily, the largest island in southern Italy😬😬 #travel abroad #miss

Although it is mostly known as Tonnara Bordonaro, Palermo’s Tonnara Vergine Maria officially shares its name with the old fishing village that developed around the tuna fishing and its processing facility. For the past 70 years this magic place has been abandoned but recently has been used for cultural events and entertainment. This place is full of history and it’s located just next to Palermo’s beautiful Tyrrhenian Sea! #unforgettableexperiences#mynovgetaway#thanksgiving#awesomepic

I managed to visit #palermo as part of my cruise ship trip. It is located in the #sicily island of #italy and it shows a bit different culture and architecture than most of the other places of the country. There are many churches, Parthenon, palaces and many small squares. There are also nice shopping opportunities around the place. It is easily accessible because of the cruise ship terminal and the airport nearby. #happynewyear

Byzantine art is a historical heritage that spans the millennium and is also the yearning for the ancient empire. The medieval Byzantine Empire, from architecture, literature, art to clothing, left an indelible influence on later generations. The mosaic inlays with representative features have also become Byzantine style ICON! is full of Byzantine style. The empire has fallen in the long history, but the legacy of the empire has long been integrated into the roots of Sicily. Perhaps this is what Sicily should look like.

Palermo Central Cathedral Cathedral This religious complex is a collection of different architectural styles from different periods, reflecting the architectural style of Palermo. Visitors can see Gothic double spires and arches, Catalan-style porches and columns, and mosque-style geometric patterns, all perfectly Blended together. Inside is a Norman-style semi-circular hall, the cemetery of the Norman royal family. The underground treasures show a wide variety of jewellery, all belonging to Queen Costa of Aragon.

The intersection of Emmanuel Avenue and Marka Street is a small circular square, which is known as the Four Songs Square, also known as the Four Corner Square. Here is the landmark of Palermo and the city center. The four corners of the central street are curved, and if you look down from the sky, it is a circle. The baroque sculptures of the four building facades are all symmetrical. Each building has three floors. From bottom to top are the fountain sculptures representing the four seasons, the four Spanish kings of Sicily and the four guardians of Palermo. Look at the corners of the square are people, the stools, the chairs are full of people, even the edge of the flower bed is filled with people, here, nothing, sit For those outside the city, it may be to look at novelty, and as the citizens of this city, it is more to come to the cold, or actively participate in the cultural life of this square.

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"Winter in Palermo combines historic architecture, vibrant streets, and delicious Sicilian pasta. A perfect blend of culture, flavor, and seasonal charm."#travel #palermovibes

The Palermo Cathedral, dedicated to the 'Assumption of the Virgin Mary,' is a UNESCO World Heritage site that embodies Palermo's complex history through its Arab-Norman architectural style. Compared to its grand exterior, which combines the dynamism and complexity of Islamic, Latin, and Byzantine cultures, the interior of the cathedral feels rather simple and modest. The entrance of the cathedral is adorned with Quranic inscriptions, reminding visitors that this place was once a mosque during the Islamic Empire's rule. Throughout its long history, it has been a revered sacred site, showcasing the exotic charm of Palermo Cathedral and highlighting the city's tolerance towards different cultures.

The highlight of Palermo, Italy, is the Palatine Chapel, where Arab and Norman cultures coexist. The gold is so overwhelming that it's almost dazzling, but strangely, there's no glittering nouveau riche feel to it, and it seems to reign with a divine radiance. The gold leaf mosaic walls depicting Genesis, the life of Christ, and the stories of St. Peter and St. Paul are of course wonderful, but the mosaic decorations covering the entire floor and the Islamic-style ceiling are also impressive. Construction of this chapel began in 1130, the year of the coronation of the first animal-loving King of Sicily, Roger II, and was dedicated in 1143. It was originally built as the king's personal chapel, and its lavish splendor is still astounding even today. #Free hotel stay

The Martorana Church was built by George of Antioch (a Greek), the admiral of the navy of Roger II, the first Norman king of Sicily, so it is also called the "Church of the Admiral of the Virgin Mary". The moment you enter, you will exclaim, "Wow!" at the glittering Byzantine-style gold mosaics. The ceiling and walls are also sparkling. The mosaics depict the story of the Virgin Mary, and you will find yourself looking up at them. There are many other decorations besides the mosaics, but they are mysteriously harmonious and seem to come together as one. #FreeHotelStay

#FreeHotelStay The Basilica of San Cataldo has an impressive exterior with three red dome roofs. It was completed in 1160 and was a chapel in the mansion of Maione of Bari, the naval admiral of the second King Guglielmo. There are many gorgeous and glittering churches in Palermo, so when you go inside, you'll be surprised by the rustic and simple walls and ceilings, not to mention the mosaics on the floor. It was also a small space. That made the cross stand out, and it was a more relaxing place than other churches. It's also interesting to see what the inside of the red dome roof looks like.