Location: Monreale
Top Things to do in Monreale
The 5 Best Budget-friendly Things to do 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. Le Absidi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By SallyF906 - Northampton, United Kingdom
Beautiful architectural detail - definitely worth taking a walk around the back of the cathedral to see this.
3. Chiostro dei Benedettini
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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. 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.
5. Museo Diocesano di Monreale
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 36 reviews
