1
Teatro Massimo
Performing arts theater
This lavish auditorium was built in 1897 & remains Italy's largest with a seated capacity of 1,387.
4.70 (49K reviews)
2
Palermo Cathedral
Cathedral
4 bell towers top this architecturally diverse church dating from the 1100s & housing royal tombs.
4.70 (41.5K reviews)
3
Quattro Canti
Historical landmark
Baroque, octagonal public plaza featuring 4 fountains topped by ornate statues in niches.
4.60 (25.6K reviews)
4
Cattedrale di Monreale
Cathedral
Landmark Norman cathedral known for its ornate cloisters & bright gold mosaics of biblical stories.
4.80 (25K reviews)
5
Norman Palace
Museum
Grand 9th century palace with a neo-classical facade, historic chapel & ornate royal apartments.
4.50 (23.4K reviews)
7
Foro Italico
Tourist attraction
Picturesque waterfront promenade with a wide lawn, sculptures & colorful benches.
4.40 (10.3K reviews)
8
Cathedral of Cefalù
Catholic cathedral
Fortress-like Norman cathedral known for its elaborate Byzantine mosaics & soaring twin towers.
4.60 (10.2K reviews)
9
Port of Palermo
Transportation service
Lively harbor port for ferries, private boats & cruise ships going to & from Sicily.
3.80 (8.2K reviews)
10
Orto Botanico di Palermo
Botanical garden
Sprawling botanical garden opened in 1795, with Mediterranean plants, a herbarium & statues.
4.30 (7.7K reviews)
12
Praetorian Fountain
Fountain
Landmark 1500s fountain known for its ornate, tiered design & nude statues of mythological figures.
4.60 (6.7K reviews)
14
Zisa Palace
Castle
12th-century buildings containing collections of Islamic art & local historic artifacts.
4.00 (5.8K reviews)
15
Giardino Garibaldi
City park
Small, 19th-century park with huge fig trees, ornamental fountains & busts of historical figures.
4.50 (4.9K reviews)
16
Parco delle Madonie
Park
Massive park with a scenic mountain range, wildlife, medieval villages & historic castles.
4.60 (4.7K reviews)