About
Cefalù Cathedral, also known as the Cattedrale di Cefalù or the Cathedral of the Transfiguration, stands on Piazza del Duomo in the seaside town of Cefalù, on the northern coast of Sicily, Italy.
A Norman church
Work on the cathedral began in 1131 under Roger II of Sicily, and it is one of the clearest expressions of the Norman period on the island. Its two imposing towers rise above the piazza and mark the building from afar as you approach the old town.
The mosaics
The interior is known for its 12th-century Byzantine mosaics, which give the church its particular character. Visitors who take time over them will see how the building brings together Norman, Byzantine and local traditions in one place.
The cathedral forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage inscription known as the Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Churches of Cefalù and Monreale, so a visit fits naturally into a wider tour of Sicily's medieval monuments.
Planning your visit
- Address: Piazza del Duomo, 90015 Cefalù PA, Italy
- Telephone: +39 0921 922 021
- Setting: the cathedral sits in the heart of Cefalù, so the surrounding old town and the seafront are an easy walk away.
Because the cathedral is in a small seaside town, many visitors combine it with a stroll through the historic streets and a visit to the beach. Check opening arrangements by phone before you travel.