Fontana di Ercole, Palermo

Name: Fontana di Ercole
Address: Palermo, Italy

#146 among attractions in Palermo

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Facts and practical information

The Fountain of Hercules is a fountain in Palermo dating back to the 19th century.

Located at the end of the avenue of the same name, which parallels the Avenue of Diana through the Favorita Park, the fountain is in pure neoclassical style. In the center is a Doric column surmounted by a statue depicting the mythological hero, a copy of the Farnese Hercules preserved at the National Archaeological Museum in Naples.

The decoration of the pool is embellished with four sphinxes and features a powerful water play consisting of more than 170 jets and four sprays from marble-carved masks.

Coordinates: 38°10'7"N, 13°20'6"E

Address

VII Circoscrizione (Pallavicino)Palermo Italy

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Day trips

Fontana di Ercole – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadio Renzo Barbera, Palazzina Cinese, Mount Pellegrino, Parco della Favorita.

1.2 miS
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Park
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fontana di Ercole?

Nearby attractions include Sicilian Ethnographic Museum Giuseppe Pitrè, Palermo (7 min walk), Villa Niscemi, Palermo (7 min walk), Palazzina Cinese, Palermo (8 min walk), Parco della Favorita, Palermo (14 min walk).

How to get to Fontana di Ercole by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fontana di Ercole:

Bus

Mater Dolorosa - Barbadoro • Lines: 544 (11 min walk)
Duca Degli Abruzzi - Barbadoro • Lines: 544 (11 min walk)

Train

Palermo San Lorenzo Colli (28 min walk)
Palermo Francia (30 min walk)