Palermo's city hall since 1470: a grand staircase, ceremonial rooms and the best view of San Cataldo.
Distance
Area
Piazza Pretoria
Visit
25 min
Entry
Free entry
The story
Palermo's city hall since the 15th century, it takes its name from the eagles, the city's civic emblem, which decorate the façade. The 1470 building was remodelled several times, most recently between 1874 and 1891 to a design by Giuseppe Damiani Almeyda. Inside you can see the grand staircase, the Sala delle Lapidi, the council chamber and the ceremonial rooms. From the first-floor windows you look over Piazza Bellini.