Villa Malfitano Whitaker, Palermo

Name: Villa Malfitano Whitaker
Address: Via Dante 167, Palermo, Italy

#83 among attractions in Palermo

Museum, Vernacular architecture, Neo-renaissance architecture

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Villa Malfitano Whitaker is a 19th-century rural palace located in Via Dante, in the quarter of Politeama of Palermo, Sicily. It is presently a museum displaying Whitaker's natural history and archaeological collections, as well as his artwork. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 38°7'24"N, 13°20'29"E

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Via Dante 167V Circoscrizione (Noce)Palermo Italy

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Villa Malfitano Whitaker – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palermo Cathedral, Catacombe dei Cappuccini, Porta Nuova, Teatro Politeama Garibaldi.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Villa Malfitano Whitaker?

Nearby attractions include Villino Florio, Palermo (8 min walk), Church of the Holy Trinity, Palermo (11 min walk), Zisa, Palermo (12 min walk), museo dell'Islam, Palermo (12 min walk).

How to get to Villa Malfitano Whitaker by public transport?

The nearest stations to Villa Malfitano Whitaker:

Bus

Serradifalco - Crispi • Lines: 110 (3 min walk)
Parlatore - Adria • Lines: 110 (5 min walk)

Train

Palermo Lolli (7 min walk)
Palermo Notarbartolo (17 min walk)

Tram

Respighi/Piazza Ziino • Lines: L2, L3, L4 (14 min walk)
Galilei/Pacinotti • Lines: L2, L3, L4 (15 min walk)