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6 Days in Palermo: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

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22 Dec 2023

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Embark on a captivating journey through Palermo's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover awe-inspiring cathedrals, majestic palaces, and hidden treasures. Immerse yourself in the charm of this Sicilian gem and indulge in authentic cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Palermo

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Day 1Palermo Cathedral & Palazzo Chiaramonte Steri

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$25

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$ 4

Palermo

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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Palermo Cathedral

4 bell towers top this architecturally diverse church dating from the 1100s & housing royal tombs.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

12 - 15 min

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Palazzo Chiaramonte Steri

1307 palace, now university building, home to medieval Hall of the Barons & the Philippine Prisons.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

Day 2Botanical Wonders, Admirable Churches & Quattro Canti

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$13

Palermo

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Orto Botanico di Palermo

Sprawling botanical garden opened in 1795, with Mediterranean plants, a herbarium & statues.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$8

13 - 20 min

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Church of St. Mary of the Admiral

Domed Norman-era church with ornate baroque remodelling known for its landmark Byzantine mosaics.

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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$5

5 - 8 min

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Quattro Canti

Baroque, octagonal public plaza featuring 4 fountains topped by ornate statues in niches.

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 3The Grand Teatro Massimo & Palazzo Abatellis

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$43

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$ 4

Palermo

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Teatro Massimo

This lavish auditorium was built in 1897 & remains Italy's largest with a seated capacity of 1,387.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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Palazzo Abatellis

1400s Catalan Gothic–style palace housing an art museum with woodwork & Renaissance paintings.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$18

Day 4Crypts of the Capuchin Monks & Norman Palace

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$45

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$ 10

Palermo

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Catacombe dei Cappuccini

Home to 8000 corpses dating from the 16th century to 1920, dressed & divided into categories.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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Norman Palace

Grand 9th century palace with a neo-classical facade, historic chapel & ornate royal apartments.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

Day 5Monreale Cathedral: A Divine Masterpiece

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$13

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$ 7

Palermo

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Cattedrale di Monreale

Landmark Norman cathedral known for its ornate cloisters & bright gold mosaics of biblical stories.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

Day 6Basilica of Saint Francis & Royal Palace

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$28

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$ 10

Palermo

Depart from your stay 🏨

716 - 860 min

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Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi

Landmark hillside Gothic church & site of Christian pilgrimage, decorated with noted medieval art.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$8

725 - 870 min

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Royal Palace and Palatine Chapel

Ancient chapel in the Palazzo dei Normanni known for its elaborate Byzantine mosaics & paintings.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $197 In total

Activities & Food:$165

Transport:$32