Hertz in Palermo
Palermo is the capital of the Italian island of Sicily. It is the country's fifth largest city and stands on the north-west coast of the island. If you are renting a car in Palermo, you will find the island's main road runs right through the city. This means it is easy to get west to Trapani and Marsala or east towards Messina. Palermo itself stands on a small sandy bay with mountains rising immediately behind the city. You can use your car to get to viewpoints here for great panoramic views of the city and the Bay.
If you rent a car in Palermo, it is easy to get around the city's main attractions, as well as those a little further afield. There is plenty of history to explore within the city, and a particular highlight is the old Royal Palace of the Norman Kings of Sicily with its opulent Palatine Chapel. Look out too for Palermo's ornate Cathedral, grand Massimo Theatre and the Arabian Zisa Castle. And do not forget the sandy beach and the lively shops. For a break from the city, drive out to the wooded summit of Mount Pellegrino to the west. There are inspiring views back across Palermo and the Bay from the top.
