Palermo · Kalsa and the sea side
Palazzo Abatellis
A Gothic-Catalan palace that houses the Regional Gallery of Sicily, with medieval and Renaissance art.
- 2 h
- €10
- Booking: not needed
- Kalsa and the sea side
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The palace was built in the late 15th century and restored after the war by Carlo Scarpa. Its collection includes sculpture, painting and decorative arts from Sicily. Two works draw most visitors: the fresco of the Triumph of Death and the Annunciata by Antonello da Messina. The route is on two floors around a courtyard.
What to look for
- Triumph of Death fresco
- Annunciata by Antonello da Messina
- Bust of Eleonora of Aragon by Francesco Laurana
- The courtyard
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Thursday | 9:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Friday | 9:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Saturday | 9:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Sunday | 9:00 am–1:30 pm |
Tuesday to Saturday 09:00 to 19:00, Sunday and holidays 09:00 to 13:30. Closed on Mondays. Free entry on the first Sunday of the month.
Source: Comune di Palermo, Ufficio Turismo (orari al 12 novembre 2025), checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket €10. The ticket is 10 euros and it is free on the first Sunday of the month.
Getting there
Tip
Visit on a Tuesday to Saturday if you want to see the whole collection.