A Fascinating Cultural and Historical Tour in Palazzo dei Normanni and Cappella Palatina

Product Code: 683676

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Highlights

    Duration 3 Hours #Visit two absolute must-sees in the Sicilian capital with this guided tour of the Palazzo dei Normanni and Cappella Palatina, including entrance tickets!
Tour Code
683676
Duration
1.5 day
Departure City
Palermo
End City
Palermo
Tour Type
Unassigned
Language
English
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Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

With more than 800 years of history, it’s perfect for culture vultures! Of all the incredible attractions in Palermo, the Palazzo dei Normanni is the Royal Palace of Palermo and one that you can’t miss off your itinerary. Once the seat of the King of Sicily, it is the oldest royal residence in Europe and you can learn the history of all the dynasties who had their thrones here - as well as visiting a stunning and sublime channel. Palermo is decorated in history and there are few buildings that offer a window into the past quite as clear as the Palazzo dei Normanni (or Norman Palace for English speakers). Construction of the palace started in the 9th century when Sicily was under Islamic rule, though it was renovated by the Normans in 1072 when their empire spread across Europe. Nowadays, it’s the home of the Sicilian Parliament. On the second floor of the Palace, you will then find the most fascinating jem of the tour: though not as well known as Rome’s Sistine Chapel or Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, the Cappella Palatina (or Palatine Chapel) is one of the most spectacular in all of Italy. The chapel was built in 1140 and gives an insight into the arts, science and philosophy of the dominant Western and Middle Eastern cultures at that time. Admire with your guide the traditional Islamic designs, Byzantine mosaics, and golden decorations in one of the best examples of the Arab - Norman - Byzantine style. Not only do your tickets allow you entrance to the palace and chapel, but you can also access the little gardens too with your expert guide. And as the tour is 1.5 hours long, there’s enough time for you to appreciate the stunning historic building and then spend the rest of the day wandering through Palermo’s historic centre.

Tips:

Please note: Palazzo dei Normani is a government venue.
In case of official events or meetings the tour might be closed. On some days visit of the Royal Apartments will also be included.

Meeting Point

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Meet our tour leader in Piazza del Parlamento, in Palermo, at the main entrance of Normanni Palace. * Please arrive at the meeting point 5-10 minutes in advance.

Piazza del Parlamento, 4-1, 90134 Palermo PA, Italy

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Licensed guide
    • Palazzo dei Normanni complex entrance ticket
    • Cappella Palatina entrance ticket





     

Package Excludes

    • Any personal expenses 

Special Notes

    Clients will receive a full refund or credit when they cancel their activity at least 48 hours in advance.
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