Palermo Ferry Port Information
Palermo is the regional capital of Sicily; its ferry port is on the northwest coast of the island. In the Middle Ages, Palermo was one of the premier cities in Europe, but today it is still recovering from its twentieth-century ruin. With its reputation as a hotbed of both petty and organised crime, Palermo's attractions are often overlooked. There is some beautiful architecture to be found here, and the city has good museums, churches, markets, and restaurants that are well worth a visit.
Palermo's historic centre, Quattro Canti, in the form of a large octagonal square, is the main attraction in the city's old quarter. Many churches, structures, monuments, and other historical sites of interest are located in or near Palermo's Quattro Canti.
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Wednesday, 22 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions About Palermo
Frequently Asked Questions About Palermo
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Sammuzzo Passage
The entrance at Palermo Port will slightly differ based on the operator you have chosen to travel with. The Varco Sammuzzo entrance will lead you to the Liberty Lines embarkment. Check-in will be completed at the entrance to the quay, where passengers will then be directed to the embarkment area of the location. The area is well-signposted upon arrival to provide easy access for passengers. However, port staff are usually available upon arrival to assist further if needed.
Modes of Transport: Foot passenger, Bicycle
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Reviews for Palermo
Reviews for Palermo
Air conditioning closed, very hot,…
Air conditioning closed, very hot, dirty and defrosting boats, 1.5-hour delay
We have been using GNV's…
We have been using GNV's services for 29 years already. - points: 1) Dogs urinate “everywhere” on the ship. In the corridors, on the deck, … I love animals, but they belong in the ship's kennels. 2) The condition of the bathrooms in the cabins is often substandard. The Genoa-Palermo route has recently acquired new ships, and even these suffer from poor maintenance. Having the cleaning staff fill out a checklist is the solution. 3) More and more hospitality staff only speak Spanish, which affects smooth operation. 4) The organization of disembarking could be better. Place clear pictograms in the parking garages, just like in public car parks. Place these in the corridors so that passengers can find their vehicles without stress and chaos. 5) Throughout the entire ship, people and dogs sleep in the corridors, corners, and lounges. Once, I enjoyed the trip from Civitavecchia to Palermo, where camping and sleeping stretched out in the lounges was prohibited. No shoes, etc., on the seats. This felt more pleasant and hygienic. + points: 1) The travel times are almost always very accurate. 2) Almost all crew members are very friendly. 3) It is a bit of a holiday for us. The listed downsides are easy to address if the organization is willing to do so. Suggestion: Years ago, a map showing the ship's location appeared on the TV screens on some ships. That was nice information. Can this be done again?
I was satisfied
I was satisfied