Palermo, Monreale and Cefalù in 3 days

The Arab-Norman capital, the golden cathedral of Monreale and a day between the sea at Cefalù and the Madonie mountains.

1. D1

   Palermo

   The Norman Palace and Palatine Chapel, the cathedral, the Ballarò market and the evening in the Kalsa.

   Palermo
2. D2

   Monreale

   Morning at Monreale cathedral and cloister, afternoon back in Palermo between the Vucciria and the Foro Italico seafront.

   Monreale Cathedral
3. D3

   Sea and mountains

   Cefalù, the cathedral and the medieval wash-house, then up into the Madonie to Castelbuono for dinner.

   CefalùCastelbuono

Tip. Morning is the best time for Palermo's markets; many monuments close in mid-afternoon, so check opening hours.

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See the itinerary on the interactive map