Palermo, the capital of Sicily, is a city with unique charm, a crossroads of civilizations and cultures that over the centuries have left an extraordinary artistic and monumental heritage. The historic center, one of the largest in Europe, is home to Arab-Norman palaces, Baroque churches, historic markets, and UNESCO sites such as the Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel.
Overlooking the Mediterranean and surrounded by natural landscapes, Palermo offers cultural, food and wine, and seaside experiences, combining tradition and contemporary liveliness. It is an ideal destination for authentic, dynamic, and seasonally adjusted tourism, capable of revealing the deepest soul of Sicily.
Florio Icons – Three special works on exhibition
From 25 to 27 September 2026, the Florio Museum of Ceramics and Decorative Arts in Palermo celebrates its first anniversary [...]
The island of Ustica, Italy’s first Marine Protected Area
Did you know that the island of Ustica, in the province of Palermo, is Italy’s first Marine Protected Area? A [...]
Young Sherlock in Palermo: the series’ filming locations
From The Leopard to The Lions of Sicily, Palermo has always been an open-air film set, making it one of [...]
Green Flags in Sicily: the list of award-winning beaches
Whilst the Blue Flags have always recognised the best-equipped and cleanest beaches, offering comfort and entertainment, the Green Flags are [...]
Bellini International Context 2026
From 15 September to 4 October 2026, the Bellini International Context returns, the festival dedicated to Vincenzo Bellini and directly [...]
Palermo Classica International Festival 2026
From 25 July to 20 September 2026, Palermo Classica returns – the international festival which, for the past sixteen editions, [...]
Palermo–Montecarlo Regatta 2026
From 18 to 23 August 2026, the Palermo-Montecarlo returns – one of the most prestigious offshore regattas in the Mediterranean, [...]
