museo dell'Islam, Palermo

Name: museo dell'Islam
Address: Palermo, Italy

#90 among attractions in Palermo

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The Palermo Museum of Islamic Art is a museum institution located in the Arab-Norman castle of Zisa, west of the historic center. It collects Islamic art objects from Sicily and the Mediterranean area, produced between the 9th and 12th centuries.

The museum was opened in 1991 and is managed by the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 38°6'60"N, 13°20'28"E

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V Circoscrizione (Zisa)Palermo Italy

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museo dell'Islam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to museo dell'Islam?

Nearby attractions include Zisa, Palermo (1 min walk), Church of the Holy Trinity, Palermo (2 min walk), Villino Florio, Palermo (7 min walk), Catacombe dei Cappuccini, Palermo (9 min walk).

How to get to museo dell'Islam by public transport?

The nearest stations to museo dell'Islam:

Bus

Camporeale - Gili • Lines: 110, 442 (6 min walk)
Finocchiaro Aprile - Amato • Lines: 110 (6 min walk)

Train

Palermo Lolli (15 min walk)
Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans (23 min walk)

Tram

Emiri Est • Lines: L4 (17 min walk)
Portello/Zisa • Lines: L4 (17 min walk)