• Explore the Cattedrale di Palermo. Part of Palermo’s fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cathedral is an amazing example of the unique Arab-Norman architectural style that has defined the city for centuries. Many ancient royal tombs abound inside this amazing structure.

• Travel to the famous Palazzo dei Normanni. This glorious historic landmark served as the royal residence for the Norman Kings of Sicily from the 10th to the 12th centuries. Today, the Palazzo dei Normanni is the seat of the Sicilian Regional Assembly, and is part of Palermo’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Visit the Castello della Zisa nearby. Constructed by Arab artisans in the 1100s, the Castello della Zisa original served as the summer home for King William I of Sicily. This magnificent castle features incredible Arabic-style architecture, and possesses a number of rare artifacts like Anna’s Tombstone.