Santuario di Santa Rosalia, Palermo

Name: Santuario di Santa Rosalia
Address: Via Bonanno Pietro, Palermo, 90142, Italy
Telephone: +39 339 870 6117

#138 among attractions in Palermo

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Facts and practical information

The sanctuary of Santa Rosalia is a shrine in Palermo built around the 17th century on the basis of earlier religious buildings in honor of the city's new patron saint. The site of the shrine is now a destination for religious and nature tourism in the city of Palermo, as a few steps away is a lookout with a unique panorama of the city.

Inside the shrine there is also a museum part, opened in 2018, and called the treasure rooms, where historical, artistic and religious objects are collected.

The shrine rises 429 meters above sea level on Mount Pellegrino, and is accessed via a long flight of steps.

Coordinates: 38°10'6"N, 13°21'7"E

Address

Via Bonanno PietroVIII Circoscrizione (Monte Pellegrino)Palermo 90142 Italy

Contact

+39 339 870 6117

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Santuario di Santa Rosalia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Santuario di Santa Rosalia open?

Santuario di Santa Rosalia is open:

Monday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Wednesday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Thursday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Friday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Saturday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Sunday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Santuario di Santa Rosalia?

Nearby attractions include Mount Pellegrino, Palermo (5 min walk), Parco della Favorita, Palermo (20 min walk), Fontana di Ercole, Palermo (24 min walk).

How to get to Santuario di Santa Rosalia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Santuario di Santa Rosalia:

Bus

Cristoforo Colombo - Vergine Maria • Lines: 603 (20 min walk)