Tommaso Natale - Cardillo

Tommaso Natale - Cardillo is a residential neighborhood along the western coast of Palermo with views toward Monte Gallo and Monte Billiemi mountains. The area contains various housing developments and streets that form a structured district connected to the wider city.

The district was formally established as an administrative area in 1976 and transformed agricultural lands into residential neighborhoods. Its creation was part of Palermo's urban expansion that reshaped the western zone of the city.

The neighborhood takes its name from two local figures whose legacy remains part of the community's identity. Residents and visitors can sense how the place reflects this historical naming through local traditions and gathering spaces.

A highway junction provides direct access to central Palermo, and regular public transportation serves the neighborhood and connects it to other parts of the city. Walking is pleasant in the early morning or evening hours when temperatures are lower.

Villa Boscogrande within the neighborhood served as a filming location for Luchino Visconti's celebrated 1962 film 'Il Gattopardo', a detail many visitors overlook. This connection to Italian cinema history adds an unexpected layer to exploring the residential streets.

Location: Palermo

Inception: December 21, 1976

Shares border with: Sferracavallo, Partanna - Mondello, San Filippo Neri, San Lorenzo

GPS coordinates: 38.19330,13.28638

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03