Is Palermo a good city to live in Sicily?

It depends on what you're looking for and the area of the city we are talking about. I was born in here and still live here (but planning to leave). Food is great and the cost of life is affordable. read more

It depends on what you’re looking for and the area of the city we are talking about. I was born in here and still live here (but planning to leave). Food is great and the cost of life is affordable. read more

Palermo is a pleasant city, the weather is mild (in winter the lowest temperature is in average 10 degrees) and gets quite hot in July/August. There is a big university so the night life is decent, with many squares and neighbourhoods where you can get a drink and stand outside to chat with friends. read more

Solunto, with Palermo in the background. Photograph: Alamy Six miles west of the city is a headland above the sea with sweeping views and stunning Roman ruins. read more