Zisa
Palermo

Popular places to visit

Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art
You can study the exhibits at Zisa Castle and Museum of Islamic Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Catacombe dei Cappuccini
Learn about the local history of Palermo when you spend time at Catacombe dei Cappuccini. 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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily

Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Palermo Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences

Palermo: sensorial experience of nature and ecology
Top hotels in Zisa

Rocco Forte Villa Igiea
Everything was excellent. Service was world -class. Beautiful appointments. Perfect in every way.
Reviewed on 21 Apr, 2026

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

Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre
Nice place
Reviewed on 8 Mar, 2026

Grand Hotel Wagner
The room, staff and breakfast was all amazing
Reviewed on 25 Apr, 2026

Hotel Bel 3

San Paolo Palace Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Zisa

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.

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.

Albergheria
Albergheria is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palazzo Conte Federico and Sicilian Region Central Library.

Politeama
While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.

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.

Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.
