How to get to Palermo: flights, trains, ferries and cars
Complete guide to reaching Palermo by plane, train, ferry and car. Falcone Borsellino airport, Centrale station, ports and local transport in the city.
Travel guide to Palermo
Everything you need to visit Palermo: accommodation, itineraries, food and transport.
Practical guides
What to see in Palermo in 2 days: itinerary through markets, mosaics and street food
Guide on what to see in Palermo in 2 days: from historic markets to the Palatine Chapel, from the Vucciria alleys to Arab-Norman palaces, with walking routes and food stops.
Where to stay in Palermo: neighborhoods, accommodation and practical tips
Complete guide on where to stay in Palermo: from La Kalsa to Il Capo, B&Bs in noble palaces to alberghi diffusi, with tips for every budget and traveler type.
Where to eat in Palermo: street food, markets and Sicilian cuisine guide
Discover where to eat in Palermo: from Ballaro street food to Vucciria arancine, the complete guide to the flavours of Sicily's capital.
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