Palazzo dei Normanni
Palermo, Italy
It is one of the oldest royal palaces in Europe, serving as the seat of the Sicilian parliament since the 9th century.
Palazzo dei Normanni, also known as the Royal Palace, is one of the oldest royal palaces in Europe. Its origins date back to the 9th century as an Arab emirate, later expanded by the Normans in the 12th century. It currently houses the Sicilian parliament. The palace is famous for its combination of Arab, Norman, and Byzantine styles. Inside is the Palatine Chapel, one of the greatest masterpieces of medieval art.
- Visit time: 2 h
- Opening hours: Mon–Sat 08:15–17:45 · Sun 08:15–13:00 (from OpenStreetMap — check before you go)
- Website: federicosecondo.org/palazzo-reale-2
How long does it take to visit Palazzo dei Normanni?
Plan about 2 h.
Nearby
- Museo dell'Osservatorio Astronomico — 30 m
- Cappella Palatina — 40 m
- Piazza del Parlamento — 70 m
- Teatro Marmoreo — 100 m
- Porta Nuova — 120 m
- Teatro dei Pupi Kemonia - Franco Cuticchio figlio d'arte — 130 m
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