At the Shadow of Porta Nuova, there is a cozy apartment located just a short walk from Piazza Indipendenza, in a particularly advantageous spot for exploring Palermo on foot. From here, it’s easy to immerse oneself in the city’s most authentic atmosphere, enjoying typical flavors such as the famous spleen sandwich, panelle, and crocchè, or taking a break with a delicious gelato. Close by is the historic pastry shop Cappello, known for its seven layers cake and a rich selection of artisanal sweets.

By strolling along the nearby Corso Vittorio Emanuele, you can easily reach some iconic sites of Palermo's cultural heritage, including the Royal Palace, the Cathedral, museums, libraries, and historically and artistically significant churches like SS. Salvatore. The area is lively and well-equipped, featuring sandwich shops, restaurants, pubs, souvenir shops, boutiques, and supermarkets. Important institutional locations such as the Palazzo della Regione Siciliana, the XXII Battalion of the Sicilian Region, the Academy of Fine Arts, and the military district are also within a short distance. Everything is conveniently accessible without the need for transportation.