Borgo Vecchio
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 theater 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 savor the top-notch restaurants.
Via Vittorio Emanuele
You can find out about the history of Palermo when you stop by Via Vittorio Emanuele. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo
Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
Palermo Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
From Palermo: Round-Trip Shuttle Van or Bus to Monreale
Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences
Borgo Vecchio Hotel Deals
President Hotel Palermo
Clean and spacious room, location, pleasant staff, great check in and delicious breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Hotel Vecchio Borgo
Great stay, food the greatest, room fantastic great location
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Hotel Politeama
This is a nice hotel with some pros and cons. Pros: Good location close to good bakeries, coffee shops, shopping, and theaters. It's a fairly long walk to the Kalsa and Cattedrale, so not so convenient if you want to focus your sightseeing on those areas. The hotel is clean and the rooms are modern ...
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Hotel Plaza Opera
Excellent room, clean well taken care of. Excellent staff.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
Very cool
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Palazzo Brunaccini Boutique Hotel
Everything
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Borgo Vecchio
Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Ruggero Settimo and Politeama Garibaldi Theater.
Ruggero Settimo
Unique features of Ruggero Settimo include the historic sites and theaters. Make a stop by Piazza Ruggero Settimo or Politeama Garibaldi Theater while you're exploring the area.
Castellammare
Historically delimited by Via Maqueda and other streets, this original Palermo quarter boasts the vibrant Vucciria marketplace. Explore Sicilian culture and flavors in this polygonal district.
Monte di Pieta
Monte di Pieta is noteworthy for its historic 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, Villa Airoldi Golf Club and Palermo Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Centro Storico
Stroll along the ancient Cassaro street, admiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Royal Palace and Cathedral. Enjoy the pedestrian stretch from the Cathedral to Quattro Canti, and hop on the free "Arancione" shuttle bus to explore further.
