Orto Botanico

The guide was updated: 2020-05-11

Founded in 1781, the Botanical Gardens in Palermo are considered to be a prestigious open-air botanical museum that has enabled in-depth studies on fascinating plants for about 200 years. Walk down the shaded pathways lined with subtropical plants, fig-trees, Mediterranean herb gardens and local cacti and hibiscus but don't forget to also check out the beautiful historical buildings where this restful paradise is set in.

Useful Information

Address: Via Lincoln 2, Palermo
Opening hours: The Botanical Gardens open at 09:00 daily, the closing time varies depending on the season but it's generally between 17 and 20
Website: www.ortobotanico.unipa.it/eng
Phone: +39 091 238 912 36
Email: ortobotanico@unipa.it

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