the apartment is very comfortable and suits 2 people very well. within 5 minutes is mercato capo, cathedral and a very good choice of places to eat and enjoy a drink. Palermo is a city full of history, some stunning architecture and fabulous food. yes it's a little run down in places but embrace it and enjoy all it has to see. Silvio is an excellent host who communicates well and quickly. His apartment is an excellent choice to be based in this great City - we arrived early and our check in was not a problem