Museo Mandralisca

This is a quirky little museum with a lot to see. It's the collection of one man(I think) Art, coins, archeology stuff and some more recent acquisitions. All interesting. Its near the cathedral. When you arrive you are not allowed to take a backpack so you have to leave it in a locker, we didn't have ID so had to leave the hotel key card, not a problem but worth knowing in advance.

Great experience in Cefalu, Sicily This has the famous "unknown sailor" painting. This also houses a great collection of Greek and Roman pottery, coins and other amazing art.

Great museum on about 3 floors that looks like it might be quite little bit is actually fairly extensive. Some very interesting pieces inclusing the famous painting of a smug bloke who knows something you don't...

A quaint little museum. There is plenty to see and peruse for a couple of hours. The only downside particularly was the lack of translations to other languages, making some exhibits difficult to understand the significance. Not bad value for money at €8 per person.

Small, and worth more than my flying visit to see the famous painting: worth it! & beautifully displayed in a darkened room. What I had time to note in my rush through were informative labels in English as well as Italian and well-displayed items. Wish I’d had more time here!

Family collection which was given to the city in the 1800's. Has an intesting mix of art works, coins, shells and objects of historical interest. My favorite is Antonella di Messina's enigmatic painting of an unknown man - said to be a male version of a Mona Lisa.

A small but hearty museum you should definitely visit. It won’t take too long but you’ll be glad you went there.

Museo Mandralisca in Cefalù, Sicily is a cozy provincial museum that offers a little bit of everything for its visitors. From paintings and sculpture to furniture, shells, and even taxidermy animals, this museum has a diverse collection that is sure to pique the interest of any art enthusiast. While this museum may not have the same level of fame as larger institutions like the Met, Prado, or Louvre, it does have a hidden gem in its collection - a portrait of an unknown man painted by the renowned artist Antonello da Messina. This piece alone makes a visit to Museo Mandralisca worthwhile. Overall, Museo Mandralisca offers a charming and eclectic mix of art and artifacts that provides a unique glimpse into Sicilian culture and history. It may not be the most well-known museum, but it certainly has its own special charm that is worth exploring.