Self-Guided Day Trip to Monreale from Palermo - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Self-Guided Day Trip to Monreale
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 44.84 USD
Rating: 6.9 (47 reviews)

The driver dropped us off 350 meters from the cathedral. Excellent driving! Then it started raining, and he brought us b...

Claudia Lucrecia

If you are in Palermo, you can't miss a visit to the great Norman jewel of Sicily on this self-guided day trip to Monreale. Combine art and history all in one day!

Details

Duration

4 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with an audioguide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Included

Transport by bus or minibus
Audio guide in English aboard the bus

Not included

Admission to the Cathedral and Benedictine Cloisters: 10EUR per person

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Piazza Giuseppe Verdi, 59

Reviews of our customers

6.9

Good 406 Travelers·47 reviews

October 7, 2026
Claudia Lucrecia Huarte
Argentina
The driver dropped us off 350 meters from the cathedral. Excellent driving! Then it started raining, and he brought us back to the hotel. He should ha...
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November 6, 2025
Marina Elsa De Zen
Torino, Italy
Excellent service, just a little expensive given that you can get there by bus.
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October 6, 2025
Rafael
Spain
The departure was punctual, he was already waiting for us which made our arrival in Monreale perfect, perfect driving and enough time for the visit to...
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May 19, 2025
Anonimo
Italy
Modern and comfortable vehicle, punctual and impeccable service; but the real added value was Rosario, a truly professional guy who was able to tell u...
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October 11, 2025
Stéphane
France
Perfect on time, great driver
Traveling solo
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August 27, 2025
Bruna
Treviso, Italy
Cultured, knowledgeable, kind people who love their land and know how to convey sensations and inspire and engage the listener.
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May 14, 2025
Joaquin Manresa
Barcelona, Spain
Rosario was attentive and picked us up punctually.
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May 9, 2025
Jorge Eduardo Maffeis
Córdoba, Argentina
The place was excellent, its interior was marvelous. We were only taken from the center of Palermo, near the Teatro Massimo, to Monreale. Once there, ...
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April 9, 2025
Roberta Rita Pavesi
Italy
Punctual transfer. Very nice excursion.
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March 8, 2025
Jesus Cuevas
Benalmadena, Malaga, Spain
Great. The car was all to myself, and the driver was very punctual and pleasant.
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If you are in Palermo, you can't miss a visit to the great Norman jewel of Sicily on this self-guided day trip to Monreale. Combine art and history all in one day!

Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll meet at Piazza Giuseppe Verdi to hop onto a vehicle that will take us to Monreale from Palermo, a mere 30 minutes from the Sicilian capital. Ready to start exploring?

For the first 15 minutes of the journey, you'll get to listen to an audio guide in English aboard the bus to learn some interesting facts.

Once we arrive at Monreale, we'll drop you off in the heart of the historical centre, where 2 of the city's treasures await you: the Cathedral and the Benedictine Cloister. Here, you'll get to spend 1 hour exploring the Cathedral, an authentic gem of Norman art.

Its simple exterior contrasts with the interior, adorned with impressive Byzantine mosaics which represent biblical scenes. Did you know that this is the largest mosaic decoration in Italy? There are over 6,000 square metres (64,583 square feet) of ornamentation in glass and stone tesserae! The famous Christ Pantocrator features among them in the central apse.

Next, you can visit the Benedictine Cloister, right next to the Cathedral. This space combines Norman architecture with Arabic and Romanesque influences. Its over 200 carved columns, each one with unique designs, are a masterpiece of medieval sculpting. This is, without a doubt, a one-of-a-kind building! Here, you'll get to spend 45 minutes exploring the cloister at your own pace.

After visiting these monuments, you'll have 15 minutes to explore the centre of Monreale. Its narrow streets are filled with charm, small artisanal shops, and cafés where you can try a real local treat like cannoli.

Lastly, we'll begin our journey back to Palermo, where we'll arrive after a total of 4 hours.

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If you are in Palermo, you can't miss a visit to the great Norman jewel of Sicily on this self-guided day trip to Monreale. Combine art and history all in one day!

Day Trip Details

For the first 15 minutes of the journey, you'll get to listen to an audio guide in English aboard the bus to learn some interesting facts.

Lastly, we'll begin our journey back to Palermo, where we'll arrive after a total of 4 hours.

Self-Guided Day Trip to Monreale