Flights to Sicily

Palermo is capital of the Mediterranean’s largest island: Sicily. Its strategic location is key to a past packed with conquests and colonisations, from the Greeks and Romans to the Spanish, Austrians and Arabs. Each and every wave has left its mark in the form of monuments and cultural influences.
 
A stroll through the town of Palermo will reveal an impressive artistic and architectural heritage. The rest of the island is also fascinating, offering an unusual volcanic landscape, bays of turquoise water and archaeological sites. You coming over?

Because it’s a town so varied in cultures and landscapes, Vueling flies you there.

Hotels in Sicily

Hotel Principe di Villafranca

This elegant hotel sits right in Palermo’s historical heart, surrounded by marvellous monuments. Its interior recalls an old-style Sicilian house and the decoration of its rooms is both beautiful and cosy.

Hotel Mondello Palace

Looking out over the sea, just a short distance from Palermo town, you’ll find this four-star hotel offering a garden, swimming pool, private beach and congress centre. A perfect spot for mixing business and pleasure, or just for enjoying an unforgettable holiday.

Hotel San Paolo Palace

This hotel’s best draw card is the impressive vista that can be appreciated from its rooftop terrace. You can continue to enjoy the view while taking a relaxing dip in its swimming pool. Its décor is subtle and the rooms are perfectly furnished.

Hotel Astoria Palace

This hotel’s excellent location ensures easy access to Palermo’s most popular spots. The building is modern and furnished with a myriad of details to guarantee a pleasurable stay.

Hotel Baglio Conca d’Oro

Although during the 13th Century it was a paper factory, it is now a peaceful and relaxing hotel. It has a beautiful garden patio – a pleasant spot to stroll alone or share quality time with your loved ones. Furthermore, its restaurant offers delicious Sicilian cuisine.

Airport de Sicily

For more information:
Official website: aeroporto.palermo.it
Ph.: +39 (0) 800-541880 | +39 0917 020 111 | +39 091-7020273

Car rentals in Sicily

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Restaurants in Sicily

The fusion of cultures in Sicily has encouraged a cuisine blending many flavours. Its recipes use different techniques and condiments, fusing fish dishes with meats and vegetables. Desserts and ice creams also occupy an important place in Sicilian cuisine.

La Scuderia 

Get ready to taste authentic Sicilian cooking at this popular restaurant situated on the outskirts of Palermo. We recommend you book in advance because they have a terrace with open-air tables which are extremely popular.

Via del Fante 9 
T. +39 091  520 323

Vecchia Trattoria de Toto 

This small trattoria only opens for lunch. The atmosphere is pleasant, offering you the chance to savour the most delicious Sicilian cooking at a reasonable price. This locale is right next to the Vuicciria market.

Via Cortellieri 5 
T. +39 333 438 3399

Bellini 

Just behind the Teatro Bellini you’ll discover this small, romantic, beautifully decorated restaurant. Its location is perfect and the menu is made up of scrumptious Italian offerings: pastas, pizzas and more. You’ve got to give it a go!

Piazza Bellini 6 
T. +39 091 616 56 91

Ristorante Charleston

Take heart in this fabulous restaurant situated in the Mondello neighbourhood, offering mouth-watering fish and seafood dishes. As well as enjoying the perfect lunch or dinner, your eyes will feast on the most fabulous vistas imaginable. What more could you desire in a restaurant?

Viale Regina Elena, Mondello 
T. +39 091 455 851 

Kursaal Kalhesa

In an old, abandoned Palazzo this fashionable bar has been born. It combines a bookshop, cybercafé, travel agency and restaurant. Worthy of note are its vaulted ceiling and terrace for eating in the open air. Try the pasta with sea urchin. It’s divine!

Foro Umberto I 21 
T. +39 091 616 2282

Business hours in Sicily

In Palermo as in Sicily’s large towns, shop opening times oscillate between 9 am and 8 pm. In some villages inland they close at midday. Saturday opening times are from 9 am to 1 pm.

In areas with more tourism, you can shop even into the early hours of the morning. Some businesses stay open until midnight, including hair stylists and art galleries.

Many cafés, cake shops and pizzerias remain open almost round the clock, except from 2 to 6 am in the morning.

Don't miss... in Sicily

Palazzo dei Normanni and the Cappella Palatina

Currently this Palazzo is the seat of the Regional Parliament although the Norman monarchs originally used it as a Royal Palace. Inside you can view the Capella Palatina, a beautiful example of Norman art, with wooden ceilings and elaborate Byzantine mosaics in gold and blue.

The Cathedral

The Cattedrale di Palermo is a huge building built in the 12th Century by the Normans. It’s worth a visit, although its exterior has become seriously deteriorated in recent centuries. In spite of this, you’re sure to be enwrapped by its beauty.

Vucciria Market

This traditional market is a labyrinth of tiny streets surrounding the Piazza de San Domenico. It’s the oldest market in town and always has a bustling atmosphere, especially first thing in the morning. You can buy fish, herbs, vegetables and all manner of products typical to the region.

San Giovanni degli Eremeti

This 12th Century church was built in honour of Saint John of the Hermits. It is an original Arabic structure formed of five red ochre domes that roof what was once an ancient mosque. Inside, you can admire a beautiful cloister with a garden.

La Martorana or Church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio

This exquisite building with a Baroque façade, interior bell tower and magnificent Byzantine mosaics was built in 1143. In the 15th Century it was ceded to the Order of Benedictine monks and their founder, Eloisa Martorana, who enlisted important artists to create these mosaics.

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