Visit one of the oldest royal residences in Europe and see an incredible display of Arabic-Norman art on this tour around the Royal Palace of the Normans and Palatine Chapel!
Royal Palace + Palatine Chapel Tour
Meet us at the Piazza del Parlamento to start our guided tour of the Royal Palace of the Normans and the Palatine Chapel of Palermo. Let's get to know all of its secrets!
Our first stop is a visit to the Palazzo dei Normanni, a building that dates back to the 12th century and served as the official residence for the kings of Sicily. During the visit, we'll discuss the different monarchs who have passed through here and discover the reforms made to this monument in the times of Spanish rule.
As we walk through the elegant halls of the Royal Palace, we'll share with you many fascinating facts about this site. Afterwards, the most anticipated moment of the tour arrives: entering the Palatine Chapel! This temple, belonging to this royal residence, has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You're sure to see why!
The Palatine Chapel is an authentic jewel of Arab-Norman art. The interior of this sanctuary stands out for its numerous golden mosaics, which cover the walls and ceilings, creating different religious scenes and figures. Don't forget your camera, as you're sure to snap lots of pictures along our tour.
After 1.5 hours, we'll return to the starting point, bringing our tour to a close.
Important
This tour focuses on the visit to the Palatine Chapel, located inside the Palazzo dei Normanni. The second part of the tour takes place in the rest of the Palace, which changes its visitable areas according to the ordinary and extraordinary activity of the Sicilian Parliament, depending exclusively on its tourist agenda.
