Borgo Vecchio Travel Guide
Palermo
Visit Borgo Vecchio
Popular places to visit
Palermo Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.
Teatro Massimo
Enjoy a show at Teatro Massimo, a theatre with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Palermo Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Palermo with a stop at Palermo Cathedral. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Ballaro Market
Buy freshly caught fish, eat Sicilian specialties and search for vintage clothes at a market that has been serving Palermo's residents for centuries.
Via Roma
During your visit to Palermo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Via Roma. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Politeama Garibaldi Theater
Enjoy a performance at Politeama Garibaldi Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Top hotels in Borgo Vecchio
President Hotel Palermo
Clean and spacious room, location, pleasant staff, great check in and delicious breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hotel Politeama
Breakfast was fabulous. Location is great. Rooms are large. Staff is so nice and helpful. Having a gym is added bonus. We will definitely come back!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Grand Hotel Wagner
The Grand Hotel Wagner is a lovely hotel with a history. The location of the hotel was perfect for all of our exploring and close to restaurants and cafes. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the size and comfort of our room. The breakfast was the best we’ve had so far in Italy!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hotel Bel 3
Hotel Plaza Opera
Great hotel, lovely staff, clean room, great location, would stay again. Spa was pretty expensive so didn’t book (example €35 for an hour in the jacuzzi 😳)
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
San Paolo Palace Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Borgo Vecchio
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.
Ruggero Settimo
Unique features of Ruggero Settimo include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Piazza Ruggero Settimo or Politeama Garibaldi Theater while you're exploring the area.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Via Roma and Vucciria Market.
Monte di Pieta
Monte di Pieta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Cathedral and Quattro Canti.
Libertà
If you're spending some time in Libertà, Palermo Harbour and Villa Airoldi Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Centro Storico
If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio Emanuele are top sights worth seeing.
