Palermo · Quattro Canti and the theatre
Teatro Massimo
The opera house of Palermo. The guided visit takes in the main hall, the royal box salon and the foyers.
- 1 h 15
- €14
- Booking: not needed
- Quattro Canti and the theatre
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The theatre was designed by Giovanni Battista Basile and stands on Piazza Verdi. The guided visit covers the main hall, the salon next to the royal box, the Pompeian room, the Room of Coats of Arms and the foyer. Along the route there are 3D models of the rooms and tactile maps. A visit behind the scenes is possible every day at a time agreed with the theatre.
What to look for
- The main hall
- Salon of the royal box
- Pompeian room
- Foyer
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:30 am–7:00 pm | last entry 6:20 pm |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–7:00 pm | last entry 6:20 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–7:00 pm | last entry 6:20 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–7:00 pm | last entry 6:20 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am–7:00 pm | last entry 6:20 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–7:00 pm | last entry 6:20 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am–7:00 pm | last entry 6:20 pm |
Open for visits every day from 09:30 to 19:00, with the last visit at 18:20. The theatre may suspend visits on some days and posts notice on its news page.
Source: Fondazione Teatro Massimo, checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket €14. The full ticket is 14 euros, 7 euros under 26, 4 euros for residents of Palermo, and free under 6. A combined ticket with Palazzo Butera is 19 euros. The backstage visit adds 5 euros.
Getting there
Tip
The visit fits well between the Quattro Canti and a lunch break. Choose a morning slot online if you want a fixed time.