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Ranked #1 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Brilliant,” 06/04/2013
- “Perfect end to holiday” 06/04/2013
Category: Specialty Museums
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The museum is open year round for a visit but you must book your visit by email or phone. For reservations just call a few...
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The museum is open year round for a visit but you must book your visit by email or phone. For reservations just call a few hours before the appointment and agree to the tour. The visits are carried out only in Italian.
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Ranked #2 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Culture at last!” 06/17/2013
- “Beautiful chapel” 06/16/2013
Category: Castles; Historic Sites; Religious Sites; Gardens; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
This Norman Castle was completed by William II during the 12th century, and is considered one of the most magnificent Arab-Norman structures in the world. The Capella Palatina is... more »
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Ranked #3 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Triumph of allegory” 06/10/2013
- “Amazing” 05/29/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
The great fresco was originally in the courtyard of Palazzo Sclafani. Palazzo Sclafani was built in 1330 to excel the luxurious splendour of the mansion of Manfredi Chiaromonte... more »
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Ranked #4 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Baroque finery” 06/11/2013
- “Radiant” 05/22/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #5 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Get off the beaten track” 06/11/2013
- “La Santuzza (The little Saint)” 05/07/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Religious Sites
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Ranked #6 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Definately go to ustica!” 06/09/2013
- “Far from the maddening crowd” 04/16/2013
Category: Islands
The ancients called the little volcanic island off the coast of Palermo Ustica (fromUstum = burned). However for the Greeks the name was Osteodes = "ossuary or bone island" from... more »
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Ranked #7 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Incredibly well preserved large scale...” 06/11/2013
- “Very Cool to see how long tiles last” 05/21/2013
Category: Neighborhoods; Historic Sites
This small town features the elaborate Villa Romana del Casale, the former home of a Roman Emperor.
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Ranked #8 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Bus” 05/19/2013
- “Best place in Palermo” 03/03/2013
Category: Scenic Drives; Lookouts
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Ranked #9 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Excellent view” 06/11/2013
- “great views of Palermo” 06/03/2013
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Attached to the church stands a slender quadrangular building with well-squared blocks: the 12th century civic tower is part...
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Attached to the church stands a slender quadrangular building with well-squared blocks: the 12th century civic tower is part of the old system communication; built by the University of Palermo to defend the “Cassaro Walls", it was not part of the structures of the church and as you can see was released and isolated.
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Ranked #10 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “A rich Byzantine mosiac of styles.” 06/11/2013
- “Great mosaics” 05/20/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
This chapel is known for its superb gold Byzantium mosaics.
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Ranked #11 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Best chapel in the city.” 06/10/2013
- “Wonderful place!!!” 05/20/2013
Category: Religious Sites
This small church of San Cataldo was built in 1160, during the Norman occupation of Palermo.
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Ranked #12 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Monumental monument” 06/10/2013
- “Very sad” 03/07/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #13 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Shooed out!” 03/19/2013
- “church” 11/04/2012
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #14 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Catholic decadence” 06/10/2013
- “We almost missed this hidden Gem in Pa...” 05/07/2012
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #15 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Well worth a visit” 06/14/2013
- “Opera in Palermo” 06/13/2013
Category: Theaters
The Massimo Theater designed by Basile opened its doors to the public on the evening of May 16 1897. The large volume of trade and industry meant that Palermo had developed... more »
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Ranked #16 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Gorgeous workmanship.” 06/11/2013
- “located in one of the four corners” 10/16/2012
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
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Ranked #17 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Gorgeous inside and out” 06/12/2013
- “Fabulous exterior” 06/11/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
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This cathedral was started in 1184 to replace the Muslim mosque with a Christian church, which contains the Royal and...
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This cathedral was started in 1184 to replace the Muslim mosque with a Christian church, which contains the Royal and Imperial tombs of the patron Saint of Palermo, plus a treasury of precious Royal objects, holy vestments and chalices.
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Ranked #18 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “A beautiful hidden cove round the corn...” 06/08/2013
- “Beautifull” 04/20/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #19 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “A gem of traditional music&dance” 09/28/2011
- “"Una bella serata"” 04/14/2013
Category: Theaters
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Ranked #20 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Family matter” 06/11/2013
- “An extensive museum” 06/07/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #21 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Shame” 06/10/2013
- “Stunning” 05/27/2013
Category: Fountains
Take a peak at this "shameful" fountain, one of Palermo's revealing attractions.
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Ranked #22 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Fun morning stroll” 06/13/2013
- “I love places like this!” 06/09/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #23 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Damaged but beautiful” 06/11/2013
- “Beautiful despite the damage” 03/20/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #24 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Grounds for diverse” 06/11/2013
- “Green oasis” 05/25/2013
Category: Gardens
Orto Botannico The Botanical Gardens are part of the University of Palermo. They constitutes the most significant scientific and educational facility housed within the Department... more »
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Ranked #25 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Fascinating” 03/23/2013
- “Worth a visit” 07/23/2012
Category: Castles
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Ranked #26 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Nice beach for sunbathing and small ch...” 06/14/2013
- “Great beach” 05/16/2013
Category: Resort Communities; Beaches
Mondello is a great afternoon trip from Palermo. Very short drive in the off season. Nice walk along the beach-front. Fresh seafood can be found here. Don't miss Santuario... more »
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Ranked #27 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “A really attractive square giving a fe...” 10/17/2012
- “One of the main sights in central Pale...” 09/03/2012
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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This grand square features a splendid fountain, erected during the heyday of the Spanish Inquisition, which features sixteen...
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This grand square features a splendid fountain, erected during the heyday of the Spanish Inquisition, which features sixteen statues that are nudes of nymphs, humans, mermaids and satyrs; truly a surprise that this type of art was permitted during that dark time in history.
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Ranked #28 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Disgusting. Not quiet the family daytr...” 06/14/2013
- “Exceptional!” 06/10/2013
Category: Cemeteries; Historic Sites
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Visit, if you dare, this web of spooky subterranean passages where 8,000 of Palermo's mummified dead will greet you; some...
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Visit, if you dare, this web of spooky subterranean passages where 8,000 of Palermo's mummified dead will greet you; some dating back over 500 years and still dressed in their absolute best.
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Ranked #29 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Classic Gothic Art” 06/11/2013
- “Art Lovers' Delight” 03/28/2013
Category: Art Galleries
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This neo-Gothic castle dating from 1488 houses the Regional gallery of Sicily, the largest museum in Palermo exclusively...
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This neo-Gothic castle dating from 1488 houses the Regional gallery of Sicily, the largest museum in Palermo exclusively devoted to art, whose majority of work dates from the medieval and Renaissance periods through the eighteenth century.
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Ranked #30 of 107 attractions in Palermo
- “Bellissimo monumento dimenticato” 05/14/2013
- “bella la palazzina,peccato il personal...” 05/09/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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