Church of Santa Chiara, Palermo

Name: Church of Santa Chiara
Address: Piazza Santa Chiara 11, Palermo, 90134, Italy
Telephone: +39 091 331141

#113 among attractions in Palermo

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The church of Santa Chiara all'Albergaria is a house of worship located in the historic center of Palermo. The monumental complex of the church, monastery and other ancient institutions is located in Piazza Santa Chiara, in the Palazzo Reale or Albergaria mandment a short distance from the Ballarò market.

Local name: Chiesa di Santa Chiara Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 38°6'47"N, 13°21'36"E

Address

Piazza Santa Chiara 11Centro Storico (Palazzo Reale-Monte di Pietà)Palermo 90134 Italy

Contact

+39 091 331141

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Church of Santa Chiara?

Nearby attractions include Chiesa del Gesù, Palermo (3 min walk), Palazzo Natoli, Palermo (3 min walk), Palazzo Conte Federico, Palermo (3 min walk), Church of the Santissimo Salvatore, Palermo (3 min walk).

How to get to Church of Santa Chiara by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of Santa Chiara:

Bus

Piazza Pretoria • Lines: Ncs (5 min walk)
Vittorio Emanuale - Quattro Canti • Lines: Ncs (7 min walk)

Train

Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans (11 min walk)
Palermo Centrale (13 min walk)

Tram

Stazione Centrale • Lines: L1 (13 min walk)
Ingrassia • Lines: L1 (17 min walk)

Ferry

Palermo (27 min walk)