Palazzo Sclafani, Palermo

Name: Palazzo Sclafani
Address: Palermo, Italy

#37 among attractions in Palermo

Gothic architecture, Palace, Architecture

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Palazzo Sclafani is a medieval former aristocratic palace located on Piazza della Vittoria #14, in Palermo, region of Sicily, Italy. Across the Piazza della Vittoria park rises the Palazzo dei Normanni and the street along the park leads in a block to the cathedral. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 38°6'45"N, 13°21'24"E

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Centro Storico (Palazzo Reale-Monte di Pietà)Palermo Italy

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Palazzo Sclafani – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palermo Cathedral, Palazzo dei Normanni, Palazzo Alliata di Villafranca, Cappella Palatina.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palazzo Sclafani?

Nearby attractions include Palazzo Asmundo, Palermo (2 min walk), Piazza della Vittoria, Palermo (3 min walk), Villa Bonanno, Palermo (3 min walk), Palazzo Conte Federico, Palermo (3 min walk).

How to get to Palazzo Sclafani by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palazzo Sclafani:

Bus

Vittorio Emanuele - Villa Bonanno • Lines: Ncs (3 min walk)
Cadorna • Lines: Ncs (5 min walk)

Train

Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans (8 min walk)
Palermo Centrale (16 min walk)

Tram

Stazione Centrale • Lines: L1 (17 min walk)
Ingrassia • Lines: L1 (21 min walk)

Ferry

Palermo (29 min walk)