Step into a tropical greenhouse in the heart of Palermo and walk among hundreds of free-flying butterflies from rainforests all over the world. From 14 February 2027 La Casa delle Farfalle opens in the park of Villa Trabia.
An experience for all ages
Children, families, couples, photographers and nature lovers: everyone slows down, looks up and is amazed. Watch butterflies feed on fruit, rest on flowers and emerge from their chrysalises in our nursery. Meet the iridescent Blue Morpho, the Monarch and the giant Atlas moth, with a wingspan of up to 30 cm.
Visitor information
- WhereVilla Trabia, via Antonino Salinas 3, 90141 Palermo, Sicily
- OpeningSunday 14 February 2027
- HoursMonday–Friday 9:00–18:00 · Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 10:00–19:00
- Getting thereAMAT buses 101, 118 and 704, stop «Salinas – Villa Trabia»; about 15 minutes on foot from Piazza Politeama
- Contacts327 136 9233 · 392 769 1183 · info@lacasadellefarfalle.com
Tips for your visit
- It’s warm and humid inside, like the tropics: wear layers.
- Please don’t touch the butterflies: if one lands on you, let it fly away by itself.
- Walk slowly and watch your step: butterflies sometimes rest on the ground.
Our story
Born in Modica in 2011, La Casa delle Farfalle has travelled across Sicily – Siracusa, Palermo, Marsala, Ragusa, Messina and Gela – welcoming thousands of visitors and school groups. See all our editions (in Italian).