Politeama Travel Guide
Palermo
Popular places to visit
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.
Palermo Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.
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.
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.
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 Vittorio Emanuele
You can find out about the history of Palermo with a visit to Via Vittorio Emanuele. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Politeama
Hotel Politeama
This hotel is in a great location with all the great sights, museums and eating areas within walking distance. The staff were very Friendly and helpful and the breakfast was great with lots of options.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel Wagner
Excellent. Wonderful accommodations and staff. Close to everything. Recommend highly.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
President Hotel Palermo
To be honest, I am giving 5 stars for Linda in the bar and kitchen staff. She goes over board when my friends told her it is my birthday while me and friends are having a drink at the bar! The management I have been messaging to make it special for my birthday but done nothing even just a welcome ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel et Des Palmes
Superb. Elegance, opulence, history, luxury. Staff attentive, thoughtful and charming. Beautiful and tasteful modernisation of a wonderful building, with plenty of historic details left to marvel at. We had the most wonderful stay here and will return.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Alma Hotel
Lovely helpful staff. Good breakfast. Really clean rooms. Location ideal for visiting major attractions/ busses and trains easily accessible. ? Slight issue with plumbing smell but staff made aware
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Cristal Hotel Palermo
Under Construction: be sure to call to see if construction is still happening when you plan to stay. Construction starts by 8:00 a.m. and you will experience the hammering and drilling noises of it even if you have an inside room. We had an inside room; there was no traffic noise at all. Wifi was ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Politeama
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.
Borgo Vecchio
Shopping, waterfront views and restaurants are some highlights of Borgo Vecchio. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Via Roma while you're exploring.
Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.
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.
Centro Storico
If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio Emanuele are top sights worth seeing.
Palermo Historical Center
Travellers to Palermo Historical Center praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Palermo Harbour and Piazza Pretoria.
