Mercato della Vucciria, Palermo

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Mercato della Vucciria (address: Via Mazzini) is a place located in Palermo (Sicily autonomous region) and belongs to the category of square.

It is situated at an altitude of 69 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 38°7'4"N latitude and 13°21'48"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Mercato della Vucciria is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Roma - Vucciria (bus, 1 min walk), Stazione Centrale (tram, 15 min walk), Palermo Centrale (train, 17 min walk), Palermo (ferry, 18 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Teatro Biondo (theater, 2 min walk), Church of Sant'Antonio Abate (church, 2 min walk), Piazza San Domenico (square, 2 min walk).

Coordinates: 38°7'4"N, 13°21'48"E

Address

Via MazziniCentro Storico (Tribunali-Castellammare)Palermo Italy

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Mercato della Vucciria – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quattro Canti, Fontana Pretoria, Church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio, Chiesa di San Cataldo.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mercato della Vucciria?

Nearby attractions include Teatro Biondo, Palermo (2 min walk), Church of Sant'Antonio Abate, Palermo (2 min walk), Piazza San Domenico, Palermo (2 min walk), Church of San Domenico, Palermo (3 min walk).

How to get to Mercato della Vucciria by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mercato della Vucciria:

Bus

Roma - Vucciria • Lines: 102 (1 min walk)
Palermo - Via Roma • Lines: Pc1 (2 min walk)

Tram

Stazione Centrale • Lines: L1 (15 min walk)
Ingrassia • Lines: L1 (19 min walk)

Train

Palermo Centrale (17 min walk)
Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans (21 min walk)

Ferry

Palermo (18 min walk)