Explore the captivating Capuchin Catacombs and the magnificent Monreale Cathedral on a 4-hour tour in Palermo. Discover the mummified bodies and rich history of the Catacombs, then marvel at the Arab-Norman architecture and Byzantine elements of the Monreale Cathedral.
Explore the captivating Capuchin Catacombs and the magnificent Monreale Cathedral on a 4-hour tour in Palermo. Discover the mummified bodies and rich history of the Catacombs, then marvel at the Arab-Norman architecture and Byzantine elements of the Monreale Cathedral.
- Catacombe dei Cappuccini - Arrived in Piazza dei Cappuccini, you can go to the ticket office and start the tour which includes 4 corridors: that of the Friars, Men, Women and Professors. Among all, a body will strike you because it is still perfectly intact: that of Rosalia Lombardo.
- Duomo di Monreale - The Cathedral of Monreale is one of the…
- Catacombe dei Cappuccini - Arrived in Piazza dei Cappuccini, you can go to the ticket office and start the tour which includes 4 corridors: that of the Friars, Men, Women and Professors. Among all, a body will strike you because it is still perfectly intact: that of Rosalia Lombardo.
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Duomo di Monreale - The Cathedral of Monreale is one of the most precious examples of Arab-Norman art, a UNESCO heritage site.
There is a fee to enter the cathedral. You will be able to admire the vastness, the harmony of the architectural elements and the splendor of the mosaics of Christ Pantocrator.
The cloister, in front of the Church, is part of the same architectural complex and is full of religious decorations from the Old and New Testaments.
Crossing Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, where the famous cathedral and the town hall stand, you reach the Belvedere, a terraced park, which overlooks the Conca d’Oro and the city of Palermo with a wonderful view.
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Bilingual Italian-English driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Bilingual Italian-English driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- tour guide (bookable on request)
- Admission to the Capuchin Catacombs €3.00 per person
- Entrance to Monreale Cathedral €6.00 per person
- tour guide (bookable on request)
- Admission to the Capuchin Catacombs €3.00 per person
- Entrance to Monreale Cathedral €6.00 per person
Join us on a journey to one of the most intriguing locations on earth! At Palermo’s Capuchin monastery, you can explore the Catacombs. Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, notable Sicilian personalities, in return for generous donations, tasked the Friars with mummifying their departed using natural methods. Beyond its startling nature, the Catacombs…
Join us on a journey to one of the most intriguing locations on earth! At Palermo’s Capuchin monastery, you can explore the Catacombs. Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, notable Sicilian personalities, in return for generous donations, tasked the Friars with mummifying their departed using natural methods. Beyond its startling nature, the Catacombs represent a significant historical snapshot of a Palermo bursting with allure and enigma.
The tour’s second phase takes you to the city of Monreale, nestled on the flank of Monte Caputo. Established by the Arabs, it offers one of the most substantial examples of the dynamic union of two cultures: Arab-Norman. Standing tall and majestic, the renowned Duomo, a World Heritage Site, towers over the city. You will be spellbound by the elegance of the Byzantine components and the enormity of the Christ Pantocrator.
- Note: Our driver is not a specialized guide, he only provides background information about the tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
