Villa Tasca is a sophisticated old world mansion. The interiors boast 18th century frescoes and breathtaking decoration, including a fantastic and very precious majolica tiled floor from early 1900. Each room differs in color, type, view and style of furnishings.

The villa has 4 very spacious and elegant bedrooms, all with en suite private bathrooms. The property is fully staffed by 8 people and an assistant who is on hand to make reservations or arrange tours and local visits.

Located very close to the historical centre of Palermo, the villa occupies a 24-acre park that features winding paths, an enchanted pond with swans, a neoclassical gazebo and a wide variety of exotic plants. It represents a remarkable and unique blend of Sicilian history; many famous people have sojourned here during the centuries, including Wagner, who completed his opera Parsifal here. Villa Tasca and its surrounding grounds are the perfect location for the sophisticated traveler who wishes to experience an old-world atmosphere that revels in a glorious past.

What to do in the Palermo area of Sicily
There's no other Italian city quite like it. Palermo is an urban paradox. Life in this unique city can be challenging, though most Palermitans seem to have adapted well. However, Palermo remains a jewel of the Mediterranean. No visit to Sicily is ever complete without a visit to Palermo, a city that permits one not just to know the island but also to begin to understand it. Considered one of the most conquered cities, you will find the most interesting juxtapositions - a baroque church in the street market, aristocratic palazzos that withstood WWII bombings, and architectural heritage of Norman, Arabic, and Byzantine influences.

Beside the most important artistic sites spread throughout Palermo, you have to experience the gastronomic Sicilian traditions of the excellent pastry shops and "bars" that serve ice cream, pastries and granita (flavoured ices). If you want to sample these tempting delights in a leisurely setting, we suggest the charming outdoor cafés on Via Principe di Belmonte, which runs from Via Maqueda to Via Roma near the Politeama Theatre. Located in the city's best shopping district, Via Belmonte is closed to traffic, making it Palermo's answer to Rome's Piazza di Spagna or Via Condotti. The city doesn't only offer great cuisine and fascinating history. Palermo also has some very good shopping, and many of the better shops are conveniently located in the city centre near Via Maqueda and Via Libertà, especially on the side streets, where you'll find shops that sell everything from antiques to Sicilian-made specialty goods like ceramic items and original jewellery.

For a different nightlife experience, you may want to check Kursaal Kalhesa, located in the heart of the city and at the same time in front of the sea. This place is more than a night life spot with a great interior design and vibrant atmosphere, in fact it offers also great quality services: a library, a restaurant, wine bar, internet point, a concert site and also a information tourist office. Not to be missed.

Mondello is the most famous public beach and it offers plenty of excellent seafood restaurants. Except for parking problems once you get there, it's convenient to drive to Mondello, though there is also public bus service from Palermo. With its freestanding houses and tree lined streets, Mondello is the part of Palermo that most resembles the residential areas of medium-sized North American and Northern European cities and towns. There is little of historical interest here except for several round medieval watchtowers. Mondello is particularly crowded on weekends, especially during the warmer months, and especially in July and August, when Sferracavallo, a few miles away, might be a better choice for dining.