{"id":4775,"date":"2026-07-08T01:21:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T16:21:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linksboo.blog\/travel\/western-mediterranean-cruise-9-nights-11-days-travel-day-7-record-palermo\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T01:50:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T16:50:03","slug":"palermo-cruise-day-7","status":"publish","type":"lb_travel","link":"https:\/\/linksboo.blog\/en\/travel\/palermo-cruise-day-7\/","title":{"rendered":"Western Mediterranean Cruise 9 Nights 11 Days Travel Day 7 Record: Palermo"},"content":{"rendered":"
\n\"Palermo
Palermo Cathedral<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Palermo<\/a> Palermo<\/a> Palermo<\/a> Palermo<\/a> Travel Date: 2023.09.08 – 2023.09.18<\/p>\n

Palermo<\/a> Palermo<\/a> Destinations: Porta Nuova, Church of San Cataldo, Palermo Cathedral, Ballar\u00f2 Market, Teatro Massimo, Primo Canto Gelateria, Massimo Theater<\/p>\n

Italy<\/a> Palermo<\/a> Day 7 of a 9-night, 11-day Western Mediterranean cruise, recording a day in Palermo, Italy<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Arrival in Palermo and Porta Nuova<\/h2>\n

Palermo<\/a> Arriving at the port early in the morning. Before disembarking from the Costa Smeralda, I took photos filled with the excitement of a new place.<\/p>\n

\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On the way to Porta Nuova, I confirmed the meeting point before the cathedral tour and made a note of the pizza cart.<\/p>\n

\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Way
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cattedrale di Monreale<\/h3>\n

Italy<\/a> Piazza Guglielmo II, 1, 90046 Monreale PA, Italy<\/a><\/p>\n

Arriving at Porta Nuova, I looked around the exterior. There were many souvenirs around the statue, creating a unique atmosphere.<\/p>\n

\n\"Porta
Porta Nuova<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Porta
Porta Nuova<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The front of the cathedral shimmered with golden Jesus illustrations, showcasing its beautiful appearance.<\/p>\n

\n\"Part
Porta Nuova<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Part
Porta Nuova<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Porta
Porta Nuova<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sicily<\/a> Palermo<\/a> In the souvenir shop, I spent some time contemplating which representative magnet of Palermo or Italy<\/a> to choose from various sizes.<\/p>\n

\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Church of San Cataldo and Palermo Cathedral<\/h2>\n

On the way to catch the city tour bus, colorful souvenirs placed on every step created a beautiful scene.<\/p>\n

Church of San Cataldo<\/h3>\n

Italy<\/a> Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 58, 10121 Torino TO, Italy<\/a><\/p>\n

The Church of San Cataldo is said to have been built to commemorate the victory in the war against Tunisia. It is located on the way to the Norman Palace.<\/p>\n

\n\"Church
Church of San Cataldo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Church
Church of San Cataldo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Palermo Cathedral<\/h3>\n

Italy<\/a> Via Vittorio Emanuele, 490, 90134 Palermo PA, Italy<\/a><\/p>\n

Palermo<\/a> After a short walk, I arrived at Palermo Cathedral. Having visited many cathedrals, I only took photos of the exterior without going inside. The streets were crowded, giving a somewhat bustling impression.<\/p>\n

\n\"Palermo
Palermo Cathedral<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo Cathedral<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo Cathedral<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Here, I purchased a red car souvenir containing pepper gifts.<\/p>\n

\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ballar\u00f2 Market and Street Food<\/h2>\n

Palermo<\/a> Italy<\/a> During my free time, I explored Palermo city and had a snack break. I tasted Arancini and Cannoli, representative snacks of Sicily. The Arancini, filled with tomato meat sauce, were crispy and delicious, but the Cannoli were too sweet to eat.<\/p>\n

\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The lemon slush and orange juice tasted very fresh and delicious, with the flavor of fresh fruit.<\/p>\n

\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Palermo<\/a> Ballar\u00f2 Market was old but had many things to see. Fresh food was displayed even in the hot weather.<\/p>\n

\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/b><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/b><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/b><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

At the seafood restaurant recommended by the guide, I tasted fried squid, fried shrimp, and boiled octopus. They were freshly fried and warm, but generally salty. The boiled octopus, especially, was plump and delicious.<\/p>\n

\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/b><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/b><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The mussel dish, additionally ordered by a member of our party, was also generous but salty again.<\/p>\n

\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/b><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Ballar\u00f2
Ballar\u00f2 Market<\/b><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The hat I borrowed for a moment in the hot weather was useful.<\/p>\n

Teatro Massimo and Surrounding Scenery<\/h2>\n

Teatro Massimo<\/h3>\n

Italy<\/a> Piazza Bellini, 1, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy<\/a><\/p>\n

Teatro Massimo, which I briefly visited on the way back, had an impressive pink dome. I passed by as it wasn’t on the itinerary, having read reviews that the entrance fee was 2.5 euros and the interior was small.<\/p>\n

\n\"Church
Church of San Cataldo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Palermo<\/a> I enjoyed the romance of traveling abroad while walking along the beautiful streets of Palermo.<\/p>\n

\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Palermo
Palermo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Palermo<\/a> Italy<\/a><\/p>\n

Primo Canto Gelateria and Pedro’s Coffee & Food<\/h2>\n

Primo Canto Gelateria<\/h3>\n

Italy<\/a> Via Maqueda, 215, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy<\/a><\/p>\n

The gelato I tasted at the market was bought by the guide. Among the recommended pistachio and mango flavors, the pistachio was not to my taste, but the mango flavor was refreshing and enjoyable in the hot weather.<\/p>\n

\n\"Primo
primo canto gelatoria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Primo
primo canto gelatoria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Pedro’s Coffee & Food<\/h3>\n

Italy<\/a> P.za Castelnuovo, 31, 90141 Palermo PA, Italy<\/a><\/p>\n

Palermo<\/a> As I had time before the meeting, I visited this place to use the restroom and have coffee. Although I went in by chance, the latte was so delicious that I would recommend this cafe when visiting Palermo.<\/p>\n

\n\"Pedro's
Pedro’s Coffee & Food<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Pedro's
Pedro’s Coffee & Food<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Pedro's
Pedro’s Coffee & Food<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Teatro Massimo and Cruise Life<\/h2>\n

Teatro Massimo<\/h3>\n

Italy<\/a> P.za Giuseppe Verdi, 90138 Palermo PA, Italy<\/a><\/p>\n

I took photos in front of the Massimo Theater, which was the meeting point. My pose was a bit unconfident due to my hastily chosen outfit, and I was slightly bothered by my ankle socks.<\/p>\n

\n\"Massimo
Massimo Theater<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Massimo
Massimo Theater<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Massimo
Massimo Theater<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Palermo<\/a> My mother took a picture of the entire Costa Smeralda, which can only be taken from this spot.<\/p>\n

\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I discovered the fun of swimming late and visited the pool every day. Even if I was tired, I felt compelled to go.<\/p>\n

\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I also started to enjoy gambling at the casino.<\/p>\n

\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For dinner, I enjoyed a refreshing seafood salad and vegan cheesecake as appetizers. For the main course, I chose pasta gratin, beef roulade, and vegan shakshuka. I was surprised by the appearance of the shakshuka, which was different from what I expected, but it was delicious. The sugar-free cake and madam choux served as dessert were also excellent.<\/p>\n

\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

That day had a ‘White Night’ dress code, but we could enjoy it freely. The cheerful performance of the grandfather leading the stage brought endless laughter.<\/p>\n

\n\"Costa
Costa Smeralda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

At midnight, a lottery draw was held at the casino. Hearing that the first prize was over 150,000 euros, I was hopeful but did not win. At 1 AM, a disco night began, and we had a fun time late into the night.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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