Palermo · Piazza Bellini and Casa Professa
Chiesa del Gesù (Casa Professa)
A Jesuit church with a richly decorated baroque interior, at the head of the Ballarò market.
- 40 min
- €2
- Booking: not needed
- Piazza Bellini and Casa Professa
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The church stands on Piazza Casa Professa and is known for the marble inlay and stucco that cover its walls, vaults and chapels. The decoration is dense and takes some time to look at properly. A museum linked to the church is available with a combined ticket.
What to look for
- Marble inlay on the walls
- Stucco and frescoed vaults
- Side chapels
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:30 am–4:30 pm | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–4:30 pm | |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–4:30 pm | |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–4:30 pm | |
| Friday | 9:30 am–4:30 pm | |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–4:30 pm | |
| Sunday | Closed |
Monday to Saturday 09:30 to 18:30 in summer and until 16:30 in winter. On Sundays the church is open only for Mass.
Source: Comune di Palermo, Ufficio Turismo (orari al 12 novembre 2025), checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket €2. The church ticket is 2 euros, and 6 euros with the museum.
Getting there
Tip
Pair it with the Ballarò market, which begins at the church square.