Car rental + stay in Palermo from US$646

price per person From

US$688

US$646

Based on 2 adults

(US$1,292 Total Price )

Created: Monday, July 13, 2026 - Departure: Saturday, September 5, 2026

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About the destination

Palermo, the vibrant capital of Sicily, is a city where layers of history, architecture, and culture overlap at every corner. Founded by the Phoenicians, shaped by the Arabs, Normans, and Spanish, it offers a unique mix you can see in its golden mosaics, baroque churches, and lively street markets. Wandering its streets, you’ll pass crumbling palazzi next to elegant theatres, hidden courtyards, and small shrines tucked into alley walls. It’s chaotic, noisy, and utterly captivating. Start in the historic center with the Norman Palace and its dazzling Palatine Chapel, where Byzantine mosaics shimmer in gold. From there, stroll to the Cathedral of Palermo, a masterpiece that blends Arab-Norman, Gothic, and Baroque elements in one structure. Explore the Quattro Canti crossroads and nearby Piazza Pretoria, famous for its dramatic fountain adorned with statues. Don’t miss the churches of La Martorana and San Cataldo, another perfect expression of Palermo’s Arab-Norman heritage and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Palermo’s soul truly reveals itself in its markets. Ballarò, Vucciria, and Capo overflow with fresh produce, seafood, and street food, accompanied by the singsong calls of vendors. Try local specialties like arancine (fried rice balls), panelle (chickpea fritters), sfincione (thick Sicilian pizza), and cannoli filled with sweet ricotta. In the evening, dine at a trattoria in the old town, then join locals for a passeggiata, a leisurely stroll along Via Maqueda or down to the seafront. Use Palermo as a base to discover the surrounding area: the seaside town of Mondello with its sandy beach, the dramatic cliffs of Monte Pellegrino, and the archaeological site of Segesta are all within easy reach. Whether you’re drawn by art and history, food and wine, or simply the pleasure of getting lost in atmospheric streets, Palermo offers an intense, authentic taste of Sicily that lingers long after you’ve left.

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05 Sep

Accommodation

7 Nights

Hotel Bel 3

8.5

Very good

3446

Palermo - At 5.8 km from the centreWITH BREAKFASTVia Ruffo Di Calabria 20, Palermo 90137

Standard Double Room, Balcony

With a stay at Hotel Bel 3 in Palermo (Boccadifalco), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Politeama Garibaldi Theater and Teatro Massimo. This hotel is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Palermo Harbour and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Mondello Beach.

Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including a hot tub, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).

Make yourself at home in one of the 67 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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05 Sep

Car rental