Cattedral de Palermo
A cathedral mixing Norman, Gothic, Baroque and Neoclassical styles, part of the Arab-Norman ensemble listed as a World Heritage site.
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Palermo: airports, things to do and where to stay
Palermo is the capital of Sicily, a city of lively markets, palaces and a blend of Arab, Norman and Baroque cultures. Its historic centre, with cathedrals and mosaic-decorated chapels, is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Palermo airports
From the airport to central Palermo
Palermo Falcone-Borsellino airport is about 25 km from central Palermo.
Trinacria Express
Train between Punta Raisi station, next to the airport, and Palermo Centrale station; the journey takes under an hour.
Prestia e Comandè
Direct bus between the airport and central Palermo, stopping at Teatro Politeama and the Centrale station.
Taxi
Official rank outside the terminal. The ride to central Palermo takes about 40 min.
Palermo
Things to do in Palermo
Teatro Massimo
One of the largest opera houses in Europe, with a broad staircase and an imposing Neoclassical portico.
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Capilla Palatina
The royal chapel of the Norman Palace, famous for its golden Byzantine mosaics and its Arab-style wooden ceiling.
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Quattro Canti
The Baroque crossroads of the historic centre, with four curved façades decorated with fountains and statues.
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Which airport serves Palermo?
Palermo is served by Palermo Falcone-Borsellino (PMO).
How far is the airport from central Palermo?
Palermo Falcone-Borsellino airport is about 25 km from central Palermo.
How do I get from the airport to central Palermo?
From Palermo Falcone-Borsellino airport you can take Trinacria Express (train), Prestia e Comandè (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Palermo?
Highlights of Palermo include Cattedral de Palermo, Teatro Massimo, Capilla Palatina, and Quattro Canti.
Photo credits
- Cattedral de Palermo: Pava, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Teatro Massimo: Vallelerio, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Capilla Palatina: Liilia Moroz, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Quattro Canti: José Luiz, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons