Discover the rich royal history of Palermo with a guided tour of Palazzo dei Normanni and Cappella Palatina. Explore the oldest royal residence in Europe and marvel at the stunning Palatine Chapel. Don’t miss this cultural experience!
Discover the rich royal history of Palermo with a guided tour of Palazzo dei Normanni and Cappella Palatina. Explore the oldest royal residence in Europe and marvel at the stunning Palatine Chapel. Don’t miss this cultural experience!
- Norman Palace - The Norman Palace. Construction on 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. Now, it’s the home of the Sicilian Regional assembly. You’ll get exclusive entrance into the palace and its gardens. Though not as well…
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Norman Palace - The Norman Palace. Construction on 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. Now, it’s the home of the Sicilian Regional assembly. You’ll get exclusive entrance into the palace and its gardens. 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, on the second-floor of the palace, 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.
See 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 explore the gardens too with your expert guide - Royal Palace and Palatine Chapel - The Palatine Chapel (Italian: Cappella Palatina) is the royal chapel of the Norman Palace in Palermo, Sicily. This building is a mixture of Byzantine, Norman and Fatimid architectural styles, showing the tricultural state of Sicily during the 12th century after Roger I and Robert Guiscard conquered the island.
- See the remains of a melting pot of eastern and western history in the Cappella Palatina
- Tickets and guided visit of Palace, Gardens and Cappella Palatina
- Be ready to visit one of the most ancient palaces in Europe
- Marvel at the Byzantine mosaics on the walls
- Licensed English or Spanish Speaking Guide
- See the remains of a melting pot of eastern and western history in the Cappella Palatina
- Tickets and guided visit of Palace, Gardens and Cappella Palatina
- Be ready to visit one of the most ancient palaces in Europe
- Marvel at the Byzantine mosaics on the walls
- Licensed English or Spanish Speaking Guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Embark on a guided journey to two of Palermo’s must-see landmarks: the Palazzo dei Normanni and the Cappella Palatina. This includes admittance tickets, providing an excellent opportunity for history enthusiasts. Out of the numerous breathtaking sites in Palermo, the Palazzo dei Normanni should undoubtedly feature on your travel list. It served as the…
Embark on a guided journey to two of Palermo’s must-see landmarks: the Palazzo dei Normanni and the Cappella Palatina. This includes admittance tickets, providing an excellent opportunity for history enthusiasts. Out of the numerous breathtaking sites in Palermo, the Palazzo dei Normanni should undoubtedly feature on your travel list. It served as the royal residence for the King of Sicily and holds the record as Europe’s earliest royal abode. Here, you can delve into the past of the many ruling dynasties that resided there, and revel in the exquisite architecture.
Entrance into the palace and its beautiful gardens is exclusively provided.
Whilst it may not have the renown of Rome’s Sistine Chapel or Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, the Cappella Palatina, or Palatine Chapel, is surely among Italy’s most stunning spectacles.
Your tickets not only ensure access to the palace and chapel but also allow you to tour the gardens under the guidance of an experienced guide!
- Please note: Palazzo dei Normani is a government venue. In case of official events or meeting the tour could be subject to cancellation
- The tour runs rain or shine
- We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
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.