Top 10 things to do in Palermo, Sicily 🇮🇹 A must-see in this LIVELY city!

Ten sights to visit, food to eat, drinks to taste, and things to do in Palermo, Sicily, Italy.

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So, you're wondering what to do in Palermo, Sicily? Here are our top ten suggestions for what to see and what to eat in Palermo.

00:00 About Palermo
Palermo is widely considered the most conquered city in the world. Its position at the crossroads of the Mediterranean has given way to many different authorities throughout the centuries. By some accounts, around 15 different cultures influenced the city. All of these influences came together to form the unparalleled and vibrant culture, food and society that remain truly unique.

00:28 Gelato, Cannoli, Granita con Brioche
Gelato, Cannoli, Granita with Brioche

01:13 Quattro Canti

01:54 Fontana Pretoria
Praetorian Fountain

02:31 La Martorana, Frutta Martorana, Chiesa di San Cataldo
Martorana (St. Mary of the Admiral), Martorana Fruit, Church of San Cataldo

03:48 Cattedrale di Palermo
Palermo Cathedral

04:34 Arancini, Caponata, Pasta alla Norma, Gambero Rosso di Mazara
05:31 Bonus: Aperitivo

06:08 Porta Nuova
The New Gate

06:56 Teatro Massimo
Massimo Theatre & The Godfather final scene

07:37 Mercato di Ballarò
Ballaro Street Market

08:23 La Vucciria
Vucciria Market

08:49 Final thoughts
This vibrant, history-rich city will not leave you indifferent. As Rick Steves said, it is a perfect starting point to further explore the intriguing charms of Sicily.
We feel we also have to mention the royal, Norman palace with Palatine Chapel, the mystic Capuchin Catacombs, and sandy Mondello Beach, which are all absolutely worth visiting. What are you looking forward to seeing the most? And if you've already experienced Palermo - what was your favourite moment in the city? Let us know in the comments below.
As the Normans called Palermo - it truly is "The kingdom in the sun".

Shot in December 2018, February 2020 & July 2022

[rossellamilazzo]

If you go to Palermo, I suggest you to visit
Teatro politeama
Casina Cinese
La Zisa
Gli oratori
L'orto botanico
E tanto altro!

[talisha]

What a beautiful, enchanting city🌺..…thanks for sharing👏🏽

[drbestplus]

I love you Video, about Palermo, you give much background informations and have taken a lot of time, making it looking so professional. Thank you. Regards from Switzerland

[dougskelton]

Great and informative video. You did a super job!

[linog]

Woow what a presentation, bravissimi 🫶🔝

[kleineputje]

Where is that restaurant with nice colorful plate? I wanna try delicious seafood in Palermo too😆

[GreatCityAttractions]

Nice work Wolfpack - a wonderful looking place.

[georgeevie]

It would be nice if you could tell us which the restaurants were!

[michaelasmanning]

Hi! In the bonus section - where are the stairs in 5.52? And the bar with the food just after that?

[dassumon]

I lives palermo via roma 2012 I am don't forgetit palermo deeply love ❤ palermo & pizza poletima. Das sumon paris 🇫🇷

[DrFalco]

They are NOT called Arancini but the real name is ARANCINE / ARANCINA. Arancina is Female! This is considered a big mistake here in Palermo. Arancini are a different Catania kind of balls of rice.

[gustaafvanengelen]

Jammer dat de rest van het eiland zoveel zwerfvuil heeft.

[simonserranovasco]

It’s Arancine in Palermo >:V not “Arancini”

[knowbeforeyougousallyo]

you show wonderful meals, but do not list where they are, or what to order. :( Not useful

[santiagoruge]

What about the tons of garbage on each and every street in Palermo. It is literally the dirtiest place I have ever seen in my life. I'm really disappointed