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Parking in Palermo

• Parcheggio Palermo Centrale (90123) is close to Palazzo Chiaramonte Steri, Palazzo Valguarnera Gangi and Parco d’Orleans with 113 spaces.
• Parcheggio Piazza Orlando (90138) has 623 spaces and is close to Marina Palermo, Castello della ZIsa ans Villino Florio.
• Piazza Allessandro Vanni (90134) is close to Palazzo dei Normanni, Piazza Indipendenza and Villa Bonanno with 25 spaces.

Key roads in Palermo

• E-90 is a route running west to east across Europe from Lisbon in Portugal to the Turkish-Iraqi border. It passes through Palermo heading for the E25. In Palermo, this road is known as the A20 and this section is 112 miles long.
• SS113 is the road that runs from Trapani in the west to Palermo, it’s 234 miles long and passes through various smaller towns and villages along the way.
• SS186 runs from Partinico to Palermo Center. It’s not a long road but stop off at AcquaPark Monreale to break up the journey and keep the children entertained.

How to get from Palermo to Marsala – Parco Archeologico di Lilibeo

It takes an hour and 33 minutes to drive the 76 miles from Palermo to Marsala.

1. Head south-west on Via Messina towards Via XX Settembre. Turn right onto Via Principe di Villafranca before turning left onto Via Catania. Turn right onto Via Malaspina – you will enter a toll road zone – payment can be made by cash. Make sure you pick the lane that is not reserved for the telepass system.
2. Continue onto Piazza Ottavio Ziino and then onto Piazza Malaspina. Head onto Via Principe di Palagonia before you turn left onto Via Guglielmo Borremans. Then, take a right turn onto Via Antonio de Saliba/Piazza Rocco Chinnic and then turn left onto Via Antonio de Saliba.
3. Take the right turn onto Viale della Regione Siciliana Nord Ovest before you take the slip road on the left to A19/Ospedale/Cervello. Merge onto E90 and keep right at the fork to continue on Diramazione Alcamo–Trapani. Follow signs for Trapani/A29dir/Aeroporto Birgi. Continue onto Diramazione Alcamo - Trapani/A29dir/E933 before staying left at the fork to continue on A29dir.
4. Use the right lane to take the exit towards Contrada Spagnola/SP21. Keeping right at the fork, follow signs for Marsala/Mothia/Aeroporto Birgi and merge onto Contrada Spagnola/SP21. Merge onto Contrada Spagnola/SP21.
5. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto SP21. Turn right onto Contrada Spagnola/SP21 and take another right onto Via Giacomo dell'Orto. Via Giacomo dell'Orto turns right and becomes Via Giovanni Falcone. Continue onto Via Vito Falco before taking a final right turn onto Lungomare Boeo.

How to get from Palermo Airport to Parco d’Orleans

Palermo Airport is just a 27-minute drive from Parco d’Orleans. Head south-west on A29 Racc. At the roundabout, take the fourth exit and stay on A29 Racc. heading to Palermo/Mazara del Vallo/Alcamo/Trapani. Use any lane to merge onto A29/E90 towards Palermo and then keep left to stay on the E90. Take the Corso Calatafimi exit towards Piazza Indipendenza/Palermo Centro. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Centro and merge onto C.so Calatafimi/SS186. Drive to Corso Re Ruggero. Merge onto C.so Calatafimi/SS186 which then turns right and becomes Piazza Indipendenza. Turn left to stay on Piazza Indipendenza and finally keep right to continue on towards the airport.

Best hotels in Palermo

Grand Hotel Et Des Palmes

Via Roma 398, 90139 Palermo

This hotel is located in Palermo’s historic quarter and is full of period architecture. Traditional furniture decorates the rooms, and the breakfast takes place in a large banqueting hall. Close to the port and Cathedral, it’s great for those who want to do the main tourist sites.

Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel

Via Santissimo Salvatore 6, 90134 Palermo

The boutique Palazzo Natoli is an old residence of Italian nobility. The hotel itself is stunning and the staff do a wonderful job of looking after guests, including booking private tours and even arranging cookery classes on-site.

Politeama Apartments

Piazza Castelnuovo 47, 90141 Palermo

These apartments are ideal for families or friends who are traveling together. A full apartment suite with kitchenette included. Head down to one of the markets close by to grab some fresh ingredients and cook up a delicious meal for everyone.

Best restaurants in Palermo

Bottega Sicula Fud

Piazza Olivella, 4, 90133 Palermo

One of the trendier restaurants in Palermo, this is a family-friendly spot with a menu that will suit everyone. Vegans are well served here with plenty of options and the burger selection is exciting.

Biga Genio e Farina

Via Maqueda, 284, 90134 Palermo

If you want pizza in Palermo, then this is the place to be. A wide range of toppings and different doughs mean you can try a different pizza every time you come back. A relaxed atmosphere and great staff make it even better. 

All’Olivella Wine’N’Dine

Piazza Olivella, 9, 90133 Palermo

This restaurant is very popular with locals as it’s just past the main strip of restaurants, so be sure to book ahead. All’Olivella do fantastic meals that will leave anyone wanting to come come back for more.

Best things to do in Palermo

Royal Palace

Piazza del Parlamento, 1, 90129 Palermo

The previous seat of the Kings of Sicily stands proudly today as a thriving tourist destination. It is still the seat of the Sicilian Regional Assembly, but you can wander round the palace and the Palatine chapel to really get a feel of how the royal family would have used this sprawling building.

Regional Archaeological Museum Antonio Salinas

Piazza Olivella, 90133 Palermo

This museum is definitely one to look out for, as it possesses the best collection of Punic and Ancient Greek art in Italy and is fascinating to walk around. There are also exhibits about the history of Sicily – with the whole family being entertained, it’s a great day out.

Acquapark Monreale

Strada Provinciale di Pezzengoli, 172, 90046

Take a break from the Mediterranean sun and head to the Aquapark, with multiple slides and splash pads to ensure everyone has a good time. With loungers surrounding it, you can have a relax whilst watching the children play before heading to the restaurant for a bite to eat.