Would you like to visit Palermo but don't know where to start? Start right away by renting a car all for yourself and move around independently by creating a truly special itinerary by car. Here are the stops you absolutely must not miss.
What to visit in Palermo
Palermo, the capital of Sicily is one of the most popular destinations for tourists and travelers from all over the world. To help you better organize your trip to this wonderful city, here are some useful tips for your vacation and above all the most important places to visit during your stay.
The city is truly full of places rich in history and culture that preserve immense artistic beauty. Visiting them all from first to last would be impossible. We have therefore created a list of the major tourist attractions in the city. Your trip to Palermo will be an unforgettable experience.
So, what are the best places to visit in Palermo?
1. The Norman Palace
To begin with, we cannot fail to suggest the wonderful Norman Palace located in Piazza Indipendenza. It is a building built to house the Arab emirs and subsequently occupied by the Normans who expanded it until it became truly imposing.
The building later passed into the hands of the Spanish and currently the palace is the official seat of the regional assembly of Sicily. A visit inside will allow you to to enjoy a unique spectacle: the King Roger's Hall. The mosaics in this room are truly a masterpiece.
2. San Giovanni degli Eremiti
Another indelible mark of the Norman style is impressed inside the church of San Giovanni degli Eremiti. You will easily recognize the structure thanks to its bright red domes.
3. The Ballarò Market
If you are looking for stalls and good food, go to the Ballaroò Market. Here you will find the best products from all over Sicily, all at unique and very affordable prices.
4. The Cathedral of Palermo
The best place to visit in Palermo is undoubtedly the Cathedral. You can't miss a tour inside. In the Cathedral it is possible to access the ancient crypt where a beautiful treasure is kept: a collection of royal jewels near the tomb of the king and queen.
5. The Teatro Massimo
Another place of interest in the city of Palermo is obviously the very famous Teatro Massimo. It is the most great Italian opera house. It is recognized worldwide. Tickets are not exactly cheap but if you do not want to spend a lot, it is still possible to access the theater, not as spectators but through guided tours inside and above the roofs of the structure to admire a wonderful landscape of the city.
6. Archaeological Museum
Near the Theater you can easily reach the beautiful Regional Archaeological Museum. In this case, access to the museum is completely free. You can fully enjoy the wonderful courtyards and tree-lined avenues that the structure offers, as well as, obviously, the beautiful art collections from various historical periods including Greek, Egyptian but also Etruscan and Roman.
7. Art Gallery
If you are an art lover, the next stop will definitely be the Palermo Art Gallery. The regional museum has an important collection of paintings, statues and frescoes.
8. Foro Italico
For nature lovers, it is possible to go to the Foro Italico. This is a huge public garden with a children's playground and huge lawns. From here you can also relax by taking a walk along the seafront under the shade of the trees. A few steps from the Forum you can also reach the Palermo Botanical Garden which hosts many plant species typical of the area.
Itinerary by car
With a car all to yourself it will be possible to create a satisfying itinerary that will allow you to visit not only or the city of Palermo but also the beautiful surroundings full of places to explore.
Palermo is the Italian capital of street food. Street food, Sicilian pastries and all the typical products of the area will make you dream. After stopping to enjoy the good food, do not forget to move by car to the most beautiful beaches in the area located in the immediate vicinity such as those of Mondello and Ustica. Palermo is also a seaside city, moving by car from the city center to the beach and vice versa, will be really a walk in the park with a rental car.
How to rent a car in Palermo
Renting a car in Palermo will allow you to fully enjoy the city and visit the beaches and the most suggestive places in the area. In fact, moving around on public transport is not very easy and would make your holiday really limited by timetables and stop constraints. Furthermore, not all the most beautiful places can be reached by public transport.
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