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.

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.
Things to do

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station

Tile Museum - Majolica Museum - Rooms at the Genius

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

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

Hotel Politeama
Great location Large bathroom, excellent bed and helpful front desk
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Hotel Plaza Opera
The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Overall, a very good stay in a great location. I enjoyed my time here and would recommend it to others visiting the area.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Grand Hotel Wagner
Lovely hotel with lots of original features. Helpful, friendly staff
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Hotel Bel 3

San Paolo Palace Hotel

B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti
Very cool
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
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.

