Is it worth staying in Palermo?

Yes, absolutely. The historic center of the city is pretty compact, and many of the must-sees are within walking distance of each other. But beware, the city has some hills and some sidewalks can be a little narrow or rough, so it might not be the best choice for those with mobility issues.



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Catania has more of a city feeling and in this respect, I like it slightly less than Palermo. But it's the perfect destination for a visit to the Etna and the lovely and charming Taormina, besides the unique Noto. Mondello Beach in Palermo is, however, so beautiful and unmissable if visiting in summer.

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Yes, Palermo is very walkable and pedestrian friendly. The main streets such as Via Maqueda or Via Vittorio Emanuele are pedestrian areas and the city center is closed to cars without the city pass. Hence, you will be better off walking around Palermo rather that driving through it by car.

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Is Palermo safe for tourists to explore? Yes, with a bustling population of over 850,000 people, Palermo is safe.

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There are good train services for parts of the island The main line runs east from Palermo to Messina and then south to Syracuse via Catania. Trains on these routes are fast and comfortable. A web of secondary lines with much slower trains and more limited service covers some other parts of the island.

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If you're only headed to Palermo, you can enjoy a comfortably-paced trip in about five days. With less time, it's still possible to see the highlights in as few as four days.

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  • Best areas in Sicily.
  • Taormina – where to stay for luxury & beautiful surroundings ??
  • Cefalú – best area to stay for families ???
  • Catania – exciting city with beach close to Etna ??
  • Palermo – stay in Sicily's vibrant capital (near the best beach in Sicily)
  • Syracuse – stay in a city with many historical attractions.


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Palermo is relatively small, everything that you might need is very close, it has sunny beaches and offers a much cheaper and relaxed style of life and a very friendly atmosphere. Since it's so small it's no wonder that this city is much cheaper than, say, Milan, Rome, Florence, etc.

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April to early June and September to October are generally considered the best times to visit Palermo. During these months, the temperatures aren't as sweltering as they are in the summer months, and the region isn't as busy with tourists as it is during the summer.

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Centro Storico – the best place to stay in Palermo. Of all the places to stay in Palermo, one emerges as the ultimate frontrunner for the majority of travellers, especially when you have only a few days to spend exploring Palermo or if it's your first time visiting. That area is the historical centre, or centro storico ...

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Palermo is 44.8% less expensive than New York (without rent). Rent in Palermo is, on average, 86.8% lower than in New York.

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Palermo is generally safe for solo female travellers. The city is known for its vibrant culture and friendly locals, and the crime rate is relatively low.

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Sunbathing: Almost all beaches in Italy are divided into areas that are free for the public to use and areas that are operated by beach clubs. At Mondello Beach, there is a free area where you can lay down a towel and stretch out, but it is quite small and, on this most popular of Palermo beaches, it gets very crowded.

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