Trapani Cathedral (San Lorenzo)
Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
A Baroque cathedral on the old town's main street, with a green dome and porch, housing a crucifixion painting in the style of the Van Dyck school.
San Lorenzo Cathedral sits in the middle of the old town's main street. Begun in the 14th century and rebuilt in Baroque style in the 18th century, it has a columned porch on its façade and a striking dome covered in green tiles. The interior is a Latin cross with three naves and holds paintings from the Van Dyck school, including a Crucifixion, as well as fine marble altars. Admission is free, but please keep quiet during Mass. It can be explored on foot together with the nearby Church of the Purgatory and Palazzo Cavarretta.
Opening hours
About 08:00–12:00, 16:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Chiesa del Purgatorio & Misteri di Trapani
- Trapani Old Town (Centro Storico)
- Torre di Ligny
- Saline di Trapani e Paceco
- Sanctuary of Maria Santissima Annunziata
- Museo Regionale Agostino Pepoli
- Erice
- Museo del Sale (Nubia)