Historic Palermo will entice you
Come and experience Palermo and its monuments, history and culture. This city's cathedral, cafes and museums draw many visitors. Palermo Harbour and Mondello Beach are just a couple of the must-sees. With a vacation rental, you get a home away from home. Many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Sightseeing in and around Palermo
Do you want to find top things to see and do while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Palermo a fun place to get away. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Bioparco di Sicilia (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
- Madonna Annunciate (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
- Villa Airoldi Golf Club (2.2 mi / 3.6 km)
- Mondello Minigolf (6.3 mi / 10.2 km)
- AcquaPark Monreale (7 mi / 11.2 km)
- Tenuta Rapitala Winery (20.6 mi / 33.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Palermo
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to appreciate the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Palermo. These are some of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Mondello Beach (6.4 mi / 10.3 km)
- Palermo Botanical Garden (0.6 mi / 1 km)
- Foro Italico (0.7 mi / 1.2 km)
- Villa Giulia (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
- Capo Gallo Nature Reserve (7.3 mi / 11.7 km)
- Capo Mongerbino (7.6 mi / 12.3 km)
Traveling to and around Palermo
Fly into Punta Raisi Airport (PMO), the closest airport, located 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from the city center.
If you're traveling by train, Palermo Central Station, Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans Station and Palermo Vespri Station are the main stations in the city. It's easy to get around Palermo by jumping on the metro at Giachery Station, Fiera Station or Imperatore Federico Station.