Palermo, Italy

Palermo

Street-food markets and golden mosaics in Sicily's capital.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Palermo

Day 1

  1. MorningWander the Ballarò market, the oldest and loudest in the city.
  2. AfternoonSee the golden mosaics of the Palatine Chapel in the Norman Palace, then the cathedral.
  3. EveningEat street food in the old town, then walk the Quattro Canti and the Vucciria.

Day 2

Visit the mosaics of Monreale cathedral, or swim at Mondello beach.

What to eat

Arancine, panelle chickpea fritters and fresh cannoli.

Local tips

Make the most of Palermo

Beat the crowds

Palermo is busy all year. The markets are best in the morning.

Best photo spot

The golden mosaics of Monreale Cathedral, and the Quattro Canti crossroads.

Getting there

Trains and buses run from the airport. The centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

Monreale, with its mosaics, about 20 minutes away, and Cefalù on the coast.

Good to know

Palermo's street food is famous: arancine and panelle. The historic markets are lively and colourful.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Palermo

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Plan your visit

Getting to Palermo

Getting there

  • Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO)25 km away
  • Syracuse205 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forFood, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryItaly

Questions

Palermo: good to know

Is Palermo worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like food and historic old towns. Street-food markets and golden mosaics in Sicily's capital.

How many days do you need in Palermo?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Palermo?

You can visit all year. Palermo is busy all year. The markets are best in the morning.

How do you get to Palermo?

The nearest airport is Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO), about 25 km away. Trains and buses run from the airport. The centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Palermo?

Nearby hidden places include Mount Etna (149 km), Taormina (171 km) and Noto (203 km).

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