3 days in Palermo Itinerary

The capital of Sicily, Palermo was founded by the Phoenicians under the name of Ziz.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Palermo: Tempio di Segesta (in Calatafimi-Segesta), Duomo di Monreale (in Monreale) and Riserva Naturale Dello Zingaro (in Castellammare del Golfo). And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cattedrale di Palermo, admire the landmark architecture of Norman Palace, don't miss a visit to Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio, and explore the different monuments and memorials at Catacombe dei Cappuccini.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Palermo trip planning website.

If you are flying in from Croatia, the closest major aiports are Falcone–Borsellino Airport, Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi and Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) so you can travel back home.