I will be arriving in Palermo on Monday Feb 13, 2017 at about 4:30PM and taking the bus from the airport to the central station. This will put me there about 6:30-7PM. Is it safe to walk from the station to the Ambasciatori Hotel?
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Washington DC Region, USA
7054 posts
It's a straight shot (roughly 10 minutes, 550 meters) on one, busy street "Via Roma". I think the scariest part will be just crossing the street from the rail station due to the whizzing traffic. What will be helpful (I believe) is if you go on Google Streetview (using the hotel name) and trace the walk yourself so that you are familiar with the surrounding area, all the buildings and what they look like (including the train station and front of hotel), and you can get comfortable with doing the walk even without a map.
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Carmel, CA, USA
2456 posts
Yup, it's just as Agnes said. Enjoy wonderful Sicily!
Posted by
Arcadia, CA
584 posts
I am a solo female traveler and took the Sicily tour a year ago. As previously noted, crossing that street in front of the station was scarier than walking to the hotel (well, not really scary - just kinda fun with all the crazy drivers:) Don't be concerned - just map it out first. Have a wonderful time!
Posted by
franktown, colorado
2252 posts
Agree with what's already been said. Just wanted to add, be sure to go up to the rooftop terrace of your hotel and enjoy the glorious view and maybe treat yourself to a "welcome to Sicily" glass of wine? I loved this tour-both times!
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Sapulpa, OK, USA
6527 posts
It is absolutely safe! And I seem to remember the bus from the airport not taking that long.
It's a great tour, and the hotel is one of our favorites. The rooftop terrace is where you'll have breakfast, and it's open later as a bar and restaurant.
Buon viaggio!
Posted by
New York
142 posts
It's an easy walk from the station to the hotel. Two things: watch for scooters zooming down the street, and follow Rick's advice and wear your money belt. Be city smart and you'll be great.
When you get there, enjoy that roof deck, the gorgeous sunsets, and the Sicilian blood orange juice they serve every morning. Have fun.
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Sapulpa, OK, USA
6527 posts
Sally, the last time we were at the Ambasciatori (2015), they offered a short cooking class. DH and I were the only takers, and we had a great time. Learned a few useful tips, and enjoyed a great lunch. I recommend it, if you have time.
Posted by
Pleasant Hill, Ca
255 posts
Thank you for asking this. We are going on this tour in April (starting April 9 if anyone out there). Am getting excited about this. Have a great time