Palazzo Comitini

Palazzo Comitini is a Baroque palace in the Albergheria district of Palermo with an elaborately designed facade along Via Maqueda. The building features stone columns framing its main entrance and numerous ornamental elements adorning the entire exterior surface.

Construction of the palace began in 1766 under architect Nicolò Palma, commissioned by Michele Gravina Cruillas, Prince of Comitini, and finished in 1781. The project reflects the artistic ambitions of late Baroque Sicily.

The Sala Martorana displays a ceiling fresco by Gioacchino Martorana showing the Triumph of True Love, surrounded by gilded wall decorations and mirrors that fill the room with light. This lavish decor reflects the wealth and taste of the family who commissioned the building.

The palace is located at Via Maqueda 100 and is easily accessible on foot, particularly if you are exploring the nearby Albergheria district. Visitors should be aware that some rooms may not be open at all times, so it is worth checking ahead before planning your visit.

Since 1860, the palace has served as the administrative headquarters of the Metropolitan City of Palermo, originally known as the Province of Palermo, becoming a center of municipal governance for the entire region. This transformation from private aristocratic residence to public administrative building shows how the property's role changed dramatically over time.

Location: Palermo

Inception: 1781

Architectural style: baroque architecture

GPS coordinates: 38.11265,13.36308

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:05