We are pleased to present a new Solo Travel Destination Post from Lori, a member of the Solo Travel Society on Facebook. Lori is from the United States, and submitted the following report about Palermo. Do you have a solo travel destination that you would like to recommend? Submit your description here, along with a few photos, and share it with fellow travelers!
Solo travel rating: 2 (1 is easiest, 4 is most difficult. Please see chart below)
Languages spoken: Italian
Browsing one of the outdoor markets.
Reasons to go: The capital of Sicily is a wonderful tangle of narrow streets and wonderful old buildings. It is a smaller city with the same street energy of Naples. The outdoor markets are selling everything you could want on the street.
The Hammam, a Turkish bath in Palermo, is a great respite when you need a break. There are also wonderful restaurants, and particularly great seafood closer to the docks.
Palermo is smaller, shabbier, and the sights can be done in a day or two, but I loved the energy and the people-watching. If you like wandering in a city were people actually live, not just visiting tourist sites. you will enjoy Palermo.
Beautiful architecture around every corner.
Peaking through the trees.
Solo Travel Destination Rating System
Safety – 2 (1 very safe, 2 safe in most areas, 3 be cautious at all times.)
Language – 2 (1 English is first language, 2 English speakers easy to find, 3 English speakers rare)
Navigation – 1 (1 easy to navigate by transit or car, 2 poor transit, car necessary, 3 not easy to get around)
Culture – 2 (1 Similar to North America or Western Europe, 2 Different from above but relaxed and easy, 3 Challenging)
Average Rating – 2 (1 is easiest, 4 is most difficult)
