Via Maqueda, Palermo

Name: Via Maqueda
Address: Via Maqueda, Palermo, Italy

#85 among attractions in Palermo

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Via Maqueda, also known as "Strada Nuova", is an important street of Palermo. Together with the Cassaro, it represents the main axis of the historic centre and provides access to a number of important sights, including Teatro Massimo and Fontana Pretoria. The street is named after the Viceroy of Sicily Bernardino de Cárdenas y Portugal, Duque de Maqueda. ()

Alternative names: Length: 4921 ftCoordinates: 38°7'7"N, 13°21'35"E

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Via MaquedaCentro Storico (Tribunali-Castellammare)Palermo Italy

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Via Maqueda – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quattro Canti, Fontana Pretoria, Palazzo Alliata di Villafranca, Regional Archeological Museum Antonio Salinas.

~1150 ftSE
Grand square with symmetrical fountains
Quattro Canti, Palermo
6 min walk • Nestled at the heart of Palermo, Italy, Quattro Canti, or the Four Corners, is a baroque square that marks the intersection of the city's two main streets, Via Maqueda and Corso Vittorio Emanuele. This architectural gem, also known as Piazza Vigliena, is a testament...
~1290 ftSE
Baroque architecture, Vernacular architecture, Monuments and statues
Fontana Pretoria, Palermo
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Palermo, Italy, the Fontana Pretoria stands as a monumental testament to Renaissance artistry and the city's rich cultural heritage. Often referred to as the “Fountain of Shame” due to the nude figures that adorn it, this grandiose fountain...
~1350 ftS
Museum
Palazzo Alliata di Villafranca, Palermo
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Palermo, Italy, the Palazzo Alliata di Villafranca stands as a testament to Sicilian aristocracy and history. This grandiose palace is not only a private residence but also a museum that opens its doors to the public, offering a glimpse into the...
~930 ftN
Phoenician and ancient Greek art exhibits
Regional Archeological Museum Antonio Salinas, Palermo
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Palermo, Italy, the Regional Archaeological Museum Antonio Salinas stands as a bastion of ancient history and culture. Named after the esteemed archaeologist Antonio Salinas, the museum is renowned for its extensive collection of artifacts that...
~1370 ftSE
Church, Baroque architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Santa Caterina, Palermo
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Palermo, the Church of Santa Caterina stands as an exquisite testament to the city's rich religious and artistic heritage. This architectural gem, located in the bustling Piazza Bellini, offers a serene escape from the vibrant streets of the...
~970 ftNW
Opera house known for its acoustics
Teatro Massimo, Palermo
5 min walk • The Teatro Massimo in Palermo stands as a grand testament to Italy's love affair with the arts, particularly opera. As the largest theatre in Italy and one of the biggest in Europe, the Teatro Massimo is a neoclassical marvel that has been an integral part of the...
~1280 ftSE
Grand Sicilian Baroque Catholic church
San Giuseppe dei Teatini, Palermo
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Palermo, Italy, the Church of San Giuseppe dei Teatini stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and baroque architecture. This majestic church, located near the iconic Quattro Canti, beckons visitors with its ornate facade...
~1290 ftSE
Square, Historical place
Piazza Pretoria, Palermo
7 min walk • Piazza Pretoria, often referred to as the "Square of Shame" due to the nude statues that adorn its central fountain, is a grand square located in the heart of Palermo, Italy. The square is dominated by the Fontana Pretoria, a monumental fountain that dates back to the...
~1210 ftS
Contemporary art museum in a palazzo
Palazzo Riso, Palermo
6 min walk • The Palazzo Riso, or RISO, Museo d’Arte Contemporanea della Sicilia, is a regional contemporary art museum located in the ancient Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Palermo, Italy.
~1140 ftE
Church, Baroque architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Church of San Domenico, Palermo
6 min walk • San Domenico is a Baroque-style Roman Catholic church, located on Piazza San Domenico, and located in the ancient quarter of La Loggia, in central Palermo, region of Sicily, Italy.
~730 ftS
Church, Baroque architecture, Historical place
Santa Ninfa dei Crociferi, Palermo
4 min walk • The Church of Saint Nympha is a Baroque-Mannerist church of Palermo. The facade rises on Via Maqueda, a block north of the central intersection known as the Quattro Canti, in the quarter of Seralcadi, within the historic centre of Palermo.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Via Maqueda?

Nearby attractions include Sant'Eulalia dei Catalani, Palermo (3 min walk), St. Augustine Church, Palermo (4 min walk), Santa Ninfa dei Crociferi, Palermo (4 min walk), Via Roma, Palermo (4 min walk).

How to get to Via Maqueda by public transport?

The nearest stations to Via Maqueda:

Bus

Donizzetti • Lines: Ncs (4 min walk)
Roma - Bandiera • Lines: 102 (4 min walk)

Ferry

Palermo (18 min walk)

Train

Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans (19 min walk)
Palermo Centrale (20 min walk)

Tram

Stazione Centrale • Lines: L1 (19 min walk)
Ingrassia • Lines: L1 (23 min walk)