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The mosaic-filled Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale) is both one of Italy’s most impressive masterpieces of medieval architecture and one of Sicily’s finest examples of Norman design. The triumph of Norman, Arab, Byzantine and classical elements was built by William II in 1184, and continues to dazzle visitors almost 1,000 years later.
Piazza Guglielmo II, 1, Monreale, Palermo, Sicily, 90046
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Palermo and Monreale
Hotel pick up. Half day reserved for the visit of the Norman Palace (where inside you can visit the wonderful Palatine Chapel). Free time to visit the Cathedral of Palermo, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Proceed in the direction of Monreale, to visit the Cathedral, considered one of the most beautiful churches in the world (where inside you can admire its magnificent mosaics, the very famous Christ Pantocrator and its imposing monumental pipe organ. Free time for the visit to the cloister and the gardens of the municipal Villa.
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$199.32
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$199.32
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Monreale Tour and Catacombs
the tour was organized to admire the beauty of the wonderful Cathedral of Monreale Unesco World Heritage Arab Norman itinerary, then continuation for the visit of the famous Catacombs of the Capuchins
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$135.20
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$135.20
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Palermo Catacombs and Monreale Half-day Tour
Discover two of Palermo’s most distinctive landmarks on this immersive, private tour. Set off from your accommodation—hotel pickup and drop-off are included—and venture first to the Capuchin Catacombs: a macabre destination home to thousands of mummified bodies, many of them priests. Next, discover the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Monreale, famous for its fusion of Norman and Arabic architecture. A break for Sicilian coffee and nibbles is also included.
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$110.62
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$110.62
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Full day tour of Palermo, Monreale and Mondello
The tour was organized to admire the beauty of the Arab Norman itinerary of Palermo and its markets and historic alleys (Cathedral, Palatine Chapel, Piazza Pretoria, Quattro Canti, Martorana Church, Teatro Massimo, Mercato Ballaro '), visit of Monreale with its extraordinary Duomo and finally stop in the wonderful seaside resort of Mondello with its famous beach and Liberty style villas
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$190.50
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$190.50
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Full Day City Tour in Palermo , Monreale and Mondello, from Palermo
Maximize your time in Palermo with this sightseeing tour, which showcases the best of the city and the surrounding region. Visit the hillside town of Monreale, known for its Norman cathedral and 12th-century mosaics, and explore Palermo’s historic center. Enjoy beach time at the seaside resort of Mondello and venture up Monte Pellegrino to view the 17th-century Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia cave shrine.
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$245.81
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$245.81
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Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Palermo and Monreale Tour
Spend a day exploring the best of Palermo and the glories of Monreale with this combination day trip. See the top attractions in the old town of the Sicilian capital of Palermo, including the Teatro Massimo, Cathedral, and Politeama Theater. Next, travel up to the hilltop town of Monreale to tour the famous Duomo. Marvel at the golden mosaics covering the Duomo's interior.
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$66.44
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$66.44

Tour Monreale and Cefalù
the tour was organized to make a particular day a visit to an important tourist attraction (Monreale) and one of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily, which also houses the cathedral and old wash houses (Cefalù).
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$221.23
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$221.23
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Monreale Tour & Chiesa Monastero Santa Caterina
the tour was organized to admire the beauties of the Cathedral of Monreale and the Cloister of the Benedictines, a UNESCO heritage site, and there will also be time to also visit the Church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, a jewel of the Palermitan Baroque with an adjoining monastery, also inside the ancient secret pastry shop of the nuns The Secrets of the Cloister
or the ancient recipes of the cloistered nuns confectionery wisdom taken up and proposed at the Monastery of Santa Caterina in Palermo
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$159.78
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$159.78
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Monreale And Cefalù Half Day Excursion
Spend time exploring the glorious Duomo of Monreale, Cathedral and Cloister and the Medieval town of Cefalù during this half-day trip from Palermo. Travel to Monreale for a 1-hour Duomo tour. Next, travel to charming Cefalù for a tour that includes the Duomo, Medieval lavatory, Mandralisca Museum and more.
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$79.73
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$79.73

5-days Sicily tour: food & culture traveling off the beaten paths
Discover the magic of Sicily on this 5-day tour. Walk the streets of Palermo, stopping at markets and bars to taste delicious wine and street food. Escape the city to admire hilltop views from Erice, tour the Greek Theater in Segesta, and learn how sea salt is collected in Trapani. Hop into a vintage Piaggio Ape and travel to Monreale to see the golden mosaics of the town’s cathedral.
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$1,033.91
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$1,033.91
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

3-Days Tour to discover Western Sicily: Culture, Colors & Flavors, from Palermo
This tour aims to offer a complete experience for both your eyes and your palate. You will visit some of the most beautiful places, cities, villages in Western Sicily: rich in history, culture and art. Palermo, Monreale, Mondello, Erice, Segesta, Trapani, Cefalù, Castelbuono, The Saline with Their different colors. You will taste the typical Cannoli, the Marsala, the Almond sweets in Erice, the cheeses and the artisanal Salami in Castelbuono, the street food in Palermo, fish dishes in Trapani and the foods that made us famous in the world.
This is a private and exclusive tour, you will only be in the group, there will be no other people. We will be out of the normal tourist circuits, we will visit isolated, peaceful and safe places.
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$862.80
$95.86 savings
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$862.80
$95.86 savings
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Private Tour Unusual Sicily 3 days
3-day western Sicily minitour to explore an alternative Sicily with new routes
Tour included hostess escort in Italian or English
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$859.11
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$859.11
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Private Monreale, Cefalù & Castelbuono Tour, from Palermo area
On this full-day tour from Palermo, you’ll be driven to three of Sicily’s most stunning and history-packed destinations. Enjoy free time to explore the castle town of Castelbuono, the hillside town of Monreale, and the originally Greek seaside hub of Cefalu. Discover the region’s Arab-Norman roots with optional visits to the opulent Cappella Palatina and 14th-century Castelbuono.
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$224.56
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$224.56
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Full Day Excursion Monreale & Cefalù From Palermo
On this two-for-one, full-day private tour, you’ll discover top historical sights in both Monreale—famous for its mosaic-filled 12th-century cathedral—and stunning, seaside Cefalù. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned minivan, with bottled water and hotel transfers included. You’ll also enjoy free time to browse local boutiques.
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$248.88
$27.66 savings
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$248.88
$27.66 savings
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Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Western Sicily Tour 4 days from Palermo - Sicily Tours
Tour of western Sicily to admire the beauties of Sicily beaches, archaeological sites, monuments and the Arab-Norman UNESCO heritage itinerary
Tour included hostess escort in Italian or English for the duration of the tour departing from Palermo center or Palermo Airport Punta Raisi Falcone Borsellino
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$1,216.77
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$1,216.77
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Tour Monreale and Mondello half day
tour reso unico dal fascino dei bellissimi mosaici di Monreale ed i particolari colori del mare caraibico di Mondello
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$147.49
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$147.49
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Private Palermo & Monreale Historical Tour
Palermo is rich in historic and cultural treasures, but getting around the city and nearby Monreale with public transportation can be stressful and time consuming. Save hours by exploring with a private driver, skipping the hassle of crowded buses and trains and taking in highlights like the Norman palace, Zisa Castle, and Ballarò and Vucciria markets in just hours. Afterwards, set off to nearby Monreale to admire its magnificent cathedral.
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$191.01
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$191.01
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Sicily Private Tour from Palermo: Monreale, Etna, Taormina, Agrigento (3 days)
3 days to discover all faces of Sicily:
The color of Palermo's market, the history of Agrigento, the heritage of the Etna Volcano and much more.
Always escorted by a professional driver and an english or french speaking tour guide.
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$1,182.14
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$1,182.14
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Private tour Palermo and Monreale
A fascinating tour that will allow you to admire artistic masterpieces of rare beauty. We will go up to Monreale, by car or minivan, to visit the Cathedral of Monreale, a UNESCO site, with its splendid Byzantine mosaics that extend over an area of 6000 square meters. Then we will move to Palermo to admire another UNESCO site: the Palazzo dei Normanni, an Arab-Norman jewel embellished by the beautiful Palatine Chapel, the Capuchin catacombs and the historic Cape market.
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$368.72
per group
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$368.72
per group
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Exclusive CEFALU' and MONREALE Tour - with Local Guide - starts from Palermo
Cefalù and Monreale are the jewels in the crown of northern Sicily, with beautiful architecture and rich Arab, Byzantine, and Norman history to explore. When your cruise ship docks in Palermo, spin through the Madonie Regional Natural Park by air-conditioned minivan and reach both sites in one day. Discover top attractions including the Norman-style Cefalù Cathedral and Monreal’s UNESCO–listed Norman-Byzantine cathedral, and see the best of Sicily with ease—with round-trip travel from the port in Palermo included.
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$307.26
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$307.26
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Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Cefalù and Monreale, full-day between Arab and Norman.
Our professionalism and experience. The tickets price also included travel insurance and nice coffe break. You will spend your time in one amazing tour.
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$137.40
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$137.40
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Multi-days trip in Sicily: all the highlights of the island - private tour
This multi-days trip, you will be absolutely thrilled by the highlights of Sicily island totally in private, for max 8 people.
You will live an extraordinary adventure that will take you to the Unesco world heritage sites of Agrigento and Syracuse and will make your bias go crazy with tasty food and wine savors and cooking courses. You will experience the Sicilian folklore with the privilege of vip admission tickets, transportation by luxury vehicles and reliable professional guides at your complete disposal.
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$4,074.32
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$4,074.32
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Best of Palermo shore excursion: Palermo, Monreale and Cefalù private tour
When your cruise ship docks in Palermo, maximize your day at port on a private shore excursion that shows you the best of Sicily with none of the hassle. After exploring the markets and monuments of Palermo, venture uphill to the Byzantine Monastery of Monreale, known for its dazzling golden mosaics. Finish with a visit to the medieval coastal town of Cefalù, perched above the Tyrrhenian Sea
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$240.83
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$240.83
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Exclusive MONREALE and SEGESTA Tour - with Local Guide - starts from Palermo
• Exclusive Private Tour with licensed LOCAL GUIDE
• Comfortable Transport from your hotel by Luxury Mercedes Minivan
• Great introduction to Sicily for first time visitors
• Visit two among the greatest sights of Italy
Relax on a scenic drive through the Sicilian countryside to reach SEGESTA. The well preserved temple and the greek theater were built in the late 5th century BC. A visit to Segesta, which has inspired generations of travelers and artists, is an experience you cannot miss. The Monastery of MONREALE commissioned by William II (1154-89), the Norman ruler of Sicily. The highlight of the Cathedral is its interior, incandescent with the gold of the mosaics, covering the walls of the nave, aisles, transept and apse.
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$313.91
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$313.91
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Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Should I book Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale) tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale) can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 36 Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale) tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale) 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale) costs USD 66.44. Guided Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale) tours start around USD 66.44 per person. See all 36 Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale) tickets and tours on Viator.
What's the best way to experience Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale)?
The best ways to experience Monreale Cathedral (Duomo di Monreale) are:
- Palermo and Monreale
- Monreale Tour and Catacombs
- Palermo Catacombs and Monreale Half-day Tour
- Full day tour of Palermo, Monreale and Mondello
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