Palermo: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Palermo is the capital and largest city of the autonomous island region of Sicily in southern Italy, located on the eponymous gulf facing the Tyrrhenian Sea.

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Now in the cityPalermosunset 05:06 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Exchange rate€0.89per 1 $EUR — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Rome≈ 3 hr 45 min · 1,292 hosts Florence≈ 4 hr 10 min · 319 hosts Shkodër≈ 4 hr 10 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information about national strike (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

terrorism

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Exercise increased caution in Italy due to terrorism . There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Italy. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations and on public transportation, including trains. Stay aware of your surroundings.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Palermo: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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