Sit for a Unique Portrait
In an era marked by selfies and snapshots stored in the cloud, choose an authentic portrait experience designed to capture the real you. Alessio Falzone brings Unique Portrait to Villa Igiea. A project inspired by the dawn of photography and the nostalgia of family sittings. Return home from Palermo with a truly bespoke souvenir of your stay - a printed portrait of you and your loved ones, immortalised like a painting, in a perfect moment of connection.
Discover Teatro Massimo Opera House
With its grand dome, Grecian columns, and impressive staircase flanked by bronze lions, Teatro Massimo has been Palermo’s star attraction since 1897. Europe’s third-largest opera house offers guided tours revealing its golden stuccoes, the majestic Royal Box, and the ornate Royal Sitting Room. Marvel at the acoustics of the Pompeian Room and enjoy stunning city views while admiring the frescoes in the Coat of Arms Hall.
Teatro Massimo Scenography Workshops
Villa Igiea, in partnership with Teatro Massimo, invites you to uncover the secrets of the opera house with a captivating behind-the-scenes scenography tour. This unique experience evolves with the artistic seasons, reflecting the dynamic nature of theatre.
Discover Bagheria
Enjoy a private excursion to two cultural treasures in historic Bagheria, guided by visual artist Francesco Domilici, whose acclaimed work is featured at both sites. Begin at Villa Palagonia, renowned for its grotesque statues, earning it the nickname "Villa of Monsters." Next, visit Villa Cattolica, an 18th-century palace housing the Guttuso Museum.