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Get InspiredEuropeItalySicilyPalermoOrto Botanico di Palermo

Orto Botanico di Palermo

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Botanical Garden·Peaceful, Timeless, Natural
Orto Botanico di Palermo
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Orto Botanico di Palermo
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Orto Botanico di Palermo
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Orto Botanico di Palermo
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Orto Botanico di Palermo
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Orto Botanico di Palermo
Photo by Orto Botanico di Palermo from Google Places
Orto Botanico di Palermo
Photo by Ryszard Magiera from Google Places
Orto Botanico di Palermo
Photo by Luca Sportelli from Google Places
Orto Botanico di Palermo
Photo by Rita Vémolová from Google Places
Orto Botanico di Palermo
Photo by Aaron Ross from Google Places

Orto Botanico di Palermo, established in 1795, is a sprawling botanical garden in the heart of Palermo, Sicilia. It offers a tranquil escape with its diverse collection of Mediterranean plants, historic trees, and serene walkways. Visitors can explore the peaceful corners and enjoy the unique exhibitions, making it a perfect spot for nature enthusiasts. The garden also features a charming gift shop with local items. Despite some areas showing signs of wear, the garden's timeless beauty and rich botanical variety make it a beloved attraction.

Orto Botanico di Palermo, established in 1795, is a sprawling botanical garden in the heart of Palermo, Sicilia. It offers a tranquil escape with its diverse collection of Mediterranean plants, historic trees, and serene walkways. Visitors can explore the peaceful corners and enjoy the unique exhibitions, making it a perfect spot for nature enthusiasts. The garden also features a charming gift shop with local items. Despite some areas showing signs of wear, the garden's timeless beauty and rich botanical variety make it a beloved attraction.

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Address
Via Lincoln,2, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy
Websiteortobotanico.unipa.it
Phone091 2389 1236
Hours
Closed
Mon
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tue
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wed
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thu
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fri
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sun
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Highlights

  • Stunning variety of Mediterranean plants.

  • Historic ficus ginseng tree from 1845.

  • Peaceful walkways and quiet corners.

  • Unique exhibitions and statues.

  • Charming gift shop with local items.

Best For

Nature enthusiasts and peaceful city escapes.

Occasion Tags

Tourists, Locals, Nature Lovers, Families

Reviews

4.3
Great9,1 K reviews

Orto Botanico di Palermo is a highly regarded attraction in Palermo, celebrated for its vast collection of Mediterranean plants and serene atmosphere. With a solid 4.3-star rating from over 9,000 reviews, visitors appreciate the garden's peaceful walkways and the historic ficus ginseng tree planted in 1845. While some reviews mention areas of neglect and the presence of mosquitoes, many find the garden's natural and slightly untamed state charming. The garden also offers unique exhibitions and a quaint gift shop, making it a favorite for both tourists and locals seeking a tranquil escape in the city.

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Location

Palermo, Sicilia, Italy
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