Church of Saint John of the Hermits

Church of Saint John of the Hermits

One of the finest examples of Medieval architecture in Palermo, the church of Saint John of the Hermits (Chiesa di San Giovanni degli Eremiti) is famous for its red domes and architectural design that was greatly influenced by the Arabs during the 12th century. This was originally a mosque that was later converted into a Christian church dedicated to Sicily's hermit monks. Walk along the pretty garden of regional plants and the ruins of the cloister.

Useful Information

• Address: Via dei Benedettini, 16, Palermo
• Phone: +39 091 651 5019
• Address: Mon–Sat 9am–6:30pm, Sun 9am–1pm
• More Info: Last admission 30 minutes before closing time