Altofonte, Palermo

Name: Altofonte
Address: Palermo, Italy

#57 among attractions in Palermo

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Altofonte is a comune in the Metropolitan City of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily, located about 9 kilometres southwest of Palermo. ()

Alternative names: Area: 13.68 mi²Coordinates: 38°2'60"N, 13°18'0"E

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Altofonte – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palazzo dei Normanni, Cappella Palatina, Catacombe dei Cappuccini, Piana degli Albanesi Cathedral.

5.1 miNE
Ornate 9th century palace and museum
Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo
131 min walk • The Palazzo dei Normanni, or the Norman Palace, is a testament to the rich historical tapestry of Palermo, the capital city of the Italian island of Sicily. Originally built in the 9th century as an Arab fortress, it was expanded and transformed by the Normans who...
5.1 miNE
Church famous for its mosaic works
Cappella Palatina, Palermo
131 min walk • The Cappella Palatina, a jewel of Norman architecture, stands proudly within the Palace of the Normans in the heart of Palermo, Italy. This 12th-century chapel, commissioned by Roger II of Sicily, is renowned for its captivating blend of Byzantine, Islamic,...
4.8 miNE
Burial chamber with mummies and skeletons
Catacombe dei Cappuccini, Palermo
122 min walk • Nestled beneath the bustling streets of Palermo, Italy, lies the eerie yet fascinating Catacombe dei Cappuccini. This subterranean necropolis, known for its extensive network of catacombs, offers a unique glimpse into the past and an intimate encounter with history.
3.8 miS
Church
Piana degli Albanesi Cathedral
97 min walk • The Piana degli Albanesi Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of San Demetrio Megalomartire, is a remarkable church that stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of Sicily, Italy. Nestled in the small town of Piana degli Albanesi, the cathedral is not only...
5.1 miNE
Medieval church with striking red domes
San Giovanni degli Eremiti, Palermo
130 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Palermo, San Giovanni degli Eremiti is a church that stands as a testament to the city's rich and diverse cultural history. With its distinctive red domes and serene cloisters, this church is a striking example of the Arab-Norman architecture...
4.6 miNE
12th-century pavilion and necropolis
Cuba Palace, Palermo
118 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Palermo, Italy, the Cuba Palace stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural heritage. This grand edifice, often simply referred to as 'La Cuba,' was built in the 12th century under the reign of William II of Sicily.
5.1 miNE
Restored remains of a Moorish palace
Zisa, Palermo
131 min walk • The Zisa is alternatively listed as either a castle or palace, and located in the western area of Palemo, region of Sicily, Italy.
2.2 miN
Town
Monreale
57 min walk • Monreale is a town and comune in the Metropolitan City of Palermo, in Sicily, southern Italy. It is located on the slope of Monte Caputo, overlooking the very fertile valley called "La Conca d'oro", a production area of orange, olive and almond trees, the produce of which is exported in large quantities.
4.5 miE
Area
Belmonte Mezzagno, Palermo
116 min walk • Belmonte Mezzagno is a comune in the Metropolitan City of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily, located about 15 kilometres south of Palermo.
5.1 miNE
Church,
Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Churches of Cefalù and Monreale, Palermo
130 min walk • Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Churches of Cefalù and Monreale is a series of nine religious and civic structures located on the northern coast of Sicily dating from the era of the Norman Kingdom of Sicily : two palaces, three churches, a cathedral, and a bridge in Palermo, as well as the cathedrals of Cefalù and Monreale.
4.8 miNE
Romanesque architecture, Church
Santo Spirito, Palermo
124 min walk • The church of the Holy Spirit is a Norman church in Palermo, Sicily, southern Italy. The church is located within the boundaries of Sant'Orsola cemetery.

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Del Fante - Piano Maglio • Lines: 230 (13 min walk)