Palermo Guided Tour of MuST23, the Anti-Mafia Museum

Embark on a guided exploration of MuST23, known as Palermo’s Anti-Mafia Museum, where you will uncover the impactful narrative of Judge Giovanni Falcone, a victim of the Sicilian mafia's violence in 1992.

Tour Overview

Nestled within the historical Capaci railway station, situated on the outskirts of Palermo, MuST23 (Museo Stazione 23 Maggio) stands as an interactive tribute to the legacy of Giovanni Falcone.

This courageous judge dedicated his life to combatting the Sicilian mafia, ultimately falling prey to a tragic bombing orchestrated by Cosa Nostra on May 23, 1992, along the Capaci highway. This horrific event also claimed the lives of his wife Francesca Morvillo and his bodyguards Antonio Montinaro, Vito Schifani, and Rocco Dicillo.

During this immersive tour of the Anti-Mafia Museum, participants will virtually experience the events surrounding the attack that resulted in the loss of the judge and his team, utilizing cutting-edge virtual reality technology. You will delve into the historical backdrop of 1992, a pivotal year in the battle against mafia power, enhanced by the latest VR headsets.

Witness firsthand the accounts of survivors through audio recordings from that time. This journey will also reveal the grassroots movement that arose post-attack, inspiring many young individuals to take a stand against criminality, advocating for legal integrity and active citizenship.

This guided museum tour has a duration of approximately 1 hour.