Discover Altavilla Milicia
Discover all there is to see and do in Altavilla Milicia. Don't miss the best events, interesting places and curiosities related to the area.
Explore Altavilla Milicia
Ready to immerse yourself in the wonders and beauties of this city? Here's what you can explore.
Not to be missed in Altavilla Milicia
Choose what to do among the events scheduled in Altavilla Milicia. Don't miss the main social activities, the most important patronal festivals and all the festivals in the province of Palermo.
Useful tips for your holidays in Altavilla Milicia
Follow our advice to better enjoy your holiday in Altavilla Milicia. Discover new places, experience the Sicilian typicality that tells the culture of a people rich in traditions.
Altavilla Milicia: how to nourish the body and spirit in Sicily
In Altavilla Milicia, dream beaches, ancient sanctuaries, tasty dishes and religious festivals await you to discover.
Why visit Altavilla Milicia
Those who decide to take a tour of Altavilla Milicia can see before their eyes some characteristic elements of a town overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, dream beaches, ancient sanctuaries and popular and religious traditions that attract numerous visitors every year.
The municipality of Altavilla di Milicia is located in Metropolitan city of Palermo, has just over 8 inhabitants and stands on a hill 73 meters above sea level.
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What to do in Altavilla Milicia
Those who decide to visit Altavilla Milicia can enjoy wonderful surprises. Don't miss the three o'clock watchtowers located along the coast of Palermo. The most famous is the Mandre Tower, also known by the name of Norman Tower.
Another place not to be missed is undoubtedly the Sanctuary of the Madonna della Milicia. The Sanctuary stands at the entrance of the village right where the Belvedere, with a breathtaking panoramic view overlooking the Tyrrhenian coast. Inside the Sanctuary is kept the painting of the Madonna, patron saint of the country, which is celebrated with the patronal feast every year on 8 September. The party attracts many visitors for the characteristic rite of the angels.
Altavilla Milicia is also famous for its typical products, like the olive oil, the flavored sausage, the pasticciotto, a typical sweet, and the dog's bed, ancient and poor dish to which one is reserved every year festival which takes place during the feast of Saint Lucia, on 13 December.
Getting around in Altavilla Milicia
In Altavilla Milicia we don't find many means of public transport, even if there are some buses. In our opinion, the ideal is to move with your own means of transport (car, motorbike, bicycle, etc.). You can always decide to visit the center on foot, to discover the streets of the village, but also the squares and churches. By doing so, you also have the opportunity to taste all the typical dishes of the village directly from the producers of the area and in the inns located in the centre.
How to get to Altavilla Milicia
Altavilla Milicia is located just 24 km from Palermo and can be easily reached by train and by car.
By train, get off at Bagheria station, just 6 km from the centre, continuing the journey by bus or shuttle; in the car, from the A19 Palermo-Catania, take the Altavilla Milicia exit directly.
Useful numbers
Common
091 915411
Tourist Info
091 951737
Municipal police
091 951825
Emergency medical Service
091 991338
Quick Links
Municipality site
www.comune.altavillamilialia.pa.it
