Palermo Cathedral (Cattedrale di Palermo) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Palermo Cathedral in 2026?

Visiting the Palermo Cathedral is free, but you’ll need to buy a ticket to see other areas of the church beyond the nave. There are a few different options—prices range from €5–€15 for access to the roof, royal tombs, crypts, treasury, and Diocesan Museum of Palermo.

Q: Are guided tours available at the Palermo Cathedral?

Yes, guided tours are a great way to learn about the cathedral’s hundreds of years of history and complex blend of architectural styles. Hire a private guide to show you highlights, from the royal tombs to the precious imperial crown of Queen Constance of Aragon. Or, book a Palermo walking tour that stops at the cathedral.

Q: Can I climb to the roof of the Palermo Cathedral?

Yes, you can climb to the roof of the Palermo Cathedral by purchasing a ticket. A staircase leads to the top, which consists of a narrow railed catwalk with panoramic views of the city. The roof has more limited hours than the cathedral itself, so plan your visit accordingly.

Q: What are the opening hours of the Palermo Cathedral?

Palermo Cathedral is open daily from early in the morning until 7pm, though it closes from 1pm–4pm on Sundays. Ticketed areas of the cathedral, such as the roof and treasury, are also open daily but have more limited hours; check the website before planning your visit.

Q: What are the highlights inside the Palermo Cathedral?

Aside from Palermo Cathedral’s unique, UNESCO-recognized Arab-Norman architectural elements, it is known for its royal tombs housing the remains of past Sicilian rulers such as Frederick II and Roger II. The treasury is another highlight, as its jewel collection includes Constance of Aragon’s ornate 13th-century crown.

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Barbara_P, May 2026

Great experience

The guide was local, very easy to understand, knowledgeable and friendly. Very easy to hear the guide with microphone and earphones.

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Janine_D, May 2026

Good but long. Not for kiddos.

Great guide! The tour was a bit long. We stopped at a stall with the option to buy drinks but I didn’t understand how this worked into the tour. We had to pay our own. Signs said 2 euro but then they charged 5. Apparently just juice was 2 euro. A spritz was 5. It would’ve been better to have included gelato at the end of the tour as part of the price at a No Malfia business since there was a business two doors down from the end of the tour.

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Star_S, May 2026

Great & Informative

Easy to find meeting spot, very informative and answered all questions. This guide is a pioneer and has contributed to the success of not just Palermo but all of Italy. What a wonderful thing he's done, doing & sharing.

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Joseph_J, May 2026

Great Introto Palermo

Renada was a great guide! She provided a good intro to the city and was historically knowledgeable. She was easy to understand (English tour) and provided good suggestions for things to see and do.

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Great overview of Palermo!

This was a very good, informative tour to get you started on your trip to Palermo. It covered many of the key sights and provides a lot of good information about Palermo that we used during our remaining day and a half to maximize our experience. Renata was a great guide and her passion for Palermo made it a great three hours together!

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Book this tour or don’t come to Palermo

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