Palatino

Serif designed by Hermann Zapf and first released in 1949.

Designed by
Hermann Zapf
Foundry
Linotype
Category
serif
Styles
2 weights

Free alternatives to Palatino

No free font copies Palatino exactly, but Domine, Spectral and Cardo share its calligraphic, open feel.

  1. Domine (Similar feel) A sturdy serif with weights from 400 to 700, drawn for body text on screens.
  2. Spectral (Similar feel) An elegant, light serif with weights from 200 to 800 and italics.
  3. Cardo (Similar feel) A Renaissance book serif based on the Aldine type of 1495. Regular, bold and italic.
See all 5 free alternatives to Palatino

Palatino FAQ

Is Palatino free for commercial use?

Palatino is a commercial typeface from Linotype. A paid license is required for commercial projects — you can purchase it from the foundry directly.

Is Palatino on Google Fonts?

Palatino isn't part of the Google Fonts library. It's distributed by Linotype.

How do I download Palatino?

Palatino is a commercial font — you'll need to purchase a license from the foundry to download the font files.

What fonts pair well with Palatino?

Palatino pairs beautifully with a contrasting typeface — pair a display or heading font with a neutral body font for the strongest hierarchy. Scroll down to the "Font Pairings" section on this page for curated, ready-to-use combinations that work well with Palatino, or open any pair in the Fontpair Playground to preview it live with your own copy.

What is Palatino best used for?

Palatino is a serif typeface. It works well for editorial layouts, long-form reading, and elegant brand systems.