It's the view from the kitchen balcony that sells this one and you will not be disappointed.. but there's more: We were first time visitors to Palermo, and for a short sightseeing visit, the central location just could not have been better. The Teatro Massimo is practically on the doorstep - a great place to start your day with coffee and pastries in front of the theatre. The apartment is within walking distance of almost everything you could with to see in this incredible city, including the three main markets and literally countless antiquities, churches, bars and restaurants. Now the bad news: The apartment is on the third floor and it's a tall building so there's at least five flights of steep steps to negotiate: no problem if you're fit and healthy, but I would think twice if you're not and have heavy suitcases. Communication with Frederica was a little slow at times, but everything worked out in the end. The apartment was clean, comfortable and we could not have been happier - it's a little gem and worth the climb up the steps!