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Serpotta’s Masterpieces: A 3 Hour Morning Tour

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Overview

Immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of three different but equally enchanting masterpiece works by the great Palermitano Baroque stucco sculptor Giacomo Serpotta. Hailed as "one of the greatest European sculptors of the 18th century," and "a meteor in the Sicilian sky." His delightful artistry has been beloved for centuries and is still awing viewers today.

On this tour, we will explore why Serpotta isn’t as well-known as Michelangelo. We will delve into the meanings of the tableaux in his signature teatrini (little theaters), his artistic techniques and innovations, and the mysteries surrounding him.
Our tour guides specialize in storytelling, bringing Serpotta’s masterpieces to life with captivating tales and expert commentary, including the ongoing mystery of the heist of the Caravaggio Nativity from the Oratory of San Lorenzo, and the recent almost miraculous replacement of that missing masterpiece.

What's Included
  1. Guided walk through La Vucciria
  2. Entry tickets to all 3 Oratories
  3. Guides and languages: In-person: English
  1. Refreshments at Cafè.
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10:00 AM

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Our tour ends at the Oratorio di San Lorenzo, the site of one of the art world's greatest ongoing mysteries- the theft of its Nativity by Caravaggio.

What To Expect
Oratorio del Santissimo Rosario in San Domenico

This is the first of the three major oratorios of which the acclaimed art historian Rudolph Wittkower declared, "The three small oratories in Palermo which he [Serpotta] decorated prove him to be the greatest stuccoist that ever lived."

25 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Oratorio di Santa Cita

In this beautiful oratorio we will discuss the context in which Serpotta lived and how that was reflected in his art, such as his teatrino (little theater) sculpture of the Battle of Lepanto. Seating is provided in this oratorio.

25 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included

La Vucciria

A guided walk through the famous la Vucciria neighborhood.

20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Our chance to stop for refreshments and use the restroom.

20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oratorio di San Lorenzo

Our final stop. Please note this location has a few unavoidable steps to climb.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info
  1. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  2. Service animals allowed
  3. Public transportation options are available nearby
  1. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  2. Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operated by Gobo Tours Italy

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  1. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
  2. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  3. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  4. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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