3 days in Palermo Itinerary

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

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Palermo: Tempio di Segesta (in Calatafimi-Segesta), Duomo di Monreale (in Monreale) and Riserva Naturale Orientata dello Zingaro (in Castellammare del Golfo). There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cattedrale di Palermo, admire the striking features of Norman Palace, explore the different monuments and memorials at Catacombe dei Cappuccini, and don't miss a visit to Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio.

To find maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Palermo online travel route planner .

If you are flying in from Croatia, the closest major airports 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.