Location: Monreale
Top Things to do in Monreale
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Monreale, Sicily
Monreale (Sicilian: Murriali) is a town and comune in the province of Palermo, in Sicily, Italy. It is located on the slope of Monte Caputo, overlooking the very fertile valley called "La Conca d'oro" (the Golden Shell), famed for its orange, olive and almond trees, the produce of which is exported in large quantities. The town, which has a population of approximately 30,000, is about 15 kilometres (9 miles) inland (south) of Palermo, the capital of the island.
Restaurants in Monreale
1. Duomo di Monreale
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5,096 reviews
Reviewed By AnnaliseE4 - Bristol, United Kingdom
Caught the bus from Palermo - the fountains on the way up - the views - the Cathedral - views from the roof - the abbey - it is a half day to day trip (they close mid day for a couple of hours) well worth taking
2. Terrazze Della Cattedrale Di Monreale
3. Chiostro dei Benedettini
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 226 reviews
Reviewed By MarcusHurley - Bristol, United Kingdom
We returned to the cathedral and asked how we got to the cloisters, which turned out to be via a building in the square behind the cathedral. We decided to head there before the rain actually hit so went straight inside and started the circuit of the cloisters. They were beautiful, a mix of arabic and christian designs with gorgeous elegance and simplicity. Some of the detailing on the columns was just stunning and the little fountain in one corner was lovely. They were also fairly empty of visitors. We had a peaceful 15 mins or so doing a circuit before we headed outside and into the drizzle.
4. Ciambr'Art
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Ciambr'art, as an open-air gallery, aggregation space and sharing, between art, design, architecture and crafts. Inside the Ciambra neighborhood, behind the cathedral of Monreale, in one of the most suggestive sites of UNESCO, inside the historic Arab-Norman route that links Palermo and Monreale.
5. The Benedictine Cloister
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Z7667UWmichaelc
A large cloister next to the Duomo. A generally peaceful space with finely carved pillars and interesting mosaic patterns with Arabic influences. The carvings on the capitals are charming..
6. Piazza Vittorio Emanuele
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By Steveage - Rexburg, United States
I love people watching. Ok,now match that with the magnificent surrounding buildings and an incredible fountain, that's Piazza Vittorio Emanuele. I even enjoy the tourist trap kiosks, what a glorious spot. The entrancing fountain featuring Triton, was sculpted in 1881 by Mario Rutelli. Word of warning, if you follow your GPS to Monreale Cathedral, you will be funneled into a rip-off garage. There is a better, easier access, parking lot closer than the parking lot on street Via Palermo. Drive to "Monreale Parking Torres Centro Storico." From there it's an easier 7 minute walk to the piazza and duomo.
7. Santuario del Santissimo Crocifisso alla Collegiata
8. Santuario di Maria Santissima Addolorata al Calvario delle Croci
9. Chiesa Parrocchiale dei Santi Vito e Francesco
10. Fontana del Tritone
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Perkadventures - Banning, United States
Central Piazza in front of Church with this very nice detailed Fountain Statue. Relax on the benched provide or just wander around to see the Piazza or stores nearby. Taxi stand nearby
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