Bagheria won the 2024 edition of “Le Vie dei Tesori”! The city of Villas and Taste has confirmed itself as one of the most sought-after destinations on the island, placing third among the most visited cities after Palermo and Catania.
With over 8,412 visitors and an average of 2,804 presences per weekend, Bagheria has proven an irresistible attraction for tourists and curious people from all over Italy. Not only record numbers, but also a significant economic impact: according to OTIE data, the average expenditure in Bagheria was 252,360 euros.

Mayor Filippo Maria Tripoli expressed great satisfaction: “We are proud of this result. Bagheria is a city rich in history and culture, and ‘Le Vie dei Tesori’ allows us to make it known to an increasingly wider audience and to discover places that are not known even to many residents. This success is the result of constant commitment and a fruitful collaboration between institutions, associations and citizens”.

The Councilor for Culture Daniele Vella underlined the importance of events such as “Le Vie dei Tesori” for the development of the territory: “Events of this type not only promote our artistic and cultural heritage, but also represent a driving force for the local economy. We are certain that this success will give us the push to organize even more ambitious initiatives in the future.”

The municipal administration thanks the entire team of the Le vie dei treasures Foundation and all those, owners and managers of historical places, artisans, artists and stakeholders who collaborated on the 2024 edition of the festival and welcomed visitors with arms open.
Among the most visited places in the city, the Villa dei Mostri, Villa Palagonia, continues to dominate, an undisputed icon that continues to fascinate adults and children alike. But Bagheria has a rich and varied artistic and cultural heritage: churches, noble palaces, historic gardens have been visited, there is something for all tastes. Le Vie dei Tesori was a unique opportunity to discover the beauties of Bagheria and to appreciate the richness of our heritage.