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National Archaeological Museum of Umbria: A Journey Through Time

Discover Umbria's ancient past at Perugia's National Archaeological Museum, featuring Etruscan treasures and Roman relics.

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Housed in a former Dominican monastery, the National Archaeological Museum of Umbria in Perugia showcases a vast collection of artifacts from the Paleolithic era to the Roman period. Explore the rich history of Umbria through Etruscan and Roman relics, including funerary urns, bronze artifacts, and the famous Cippo Perugino.

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  • Tuesday 8:30 am-7:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am-7:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am-7:30 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am-7:30 pm
  • Saturday 8:30 am-7:30 pm
  • Sunday 8:30 am-7:30 pm

Local tips

  • Allocate at least 2 hours to fully explore the museum's extensive collection.
  • Visit the former cloister to see Hellenistic funerary urns without needing a ticket.
  • Consider using a translation app to understand the Italian descriptions.
  • Check out the museum's website for temporary exhibitions and themed guided tours.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Piazza IV Novembre, walk east along Corso Vannucci, then turn right onto Via Bonazzi. Continue onto Piazza Giordano Bruno. The museum will be on your right, in Piazza Giordano Bruno, 10. This is approximately a 5-minute walk.

  • Public Transport

    Several bus lines stop near the National Archaeological Museum of Umbria. From the Perugia train station, take bus line A, BUS, or G to the C. Cavour stop, which is a 3-minute walk to the museum. A single ticket costs €1.50 and is valid for 70 minutes.

  • Parking

    Several parking options are available near the museum. The closest parking to the old center is Mercato Coperto Parking, but it has limited spaces. Other options include Piazza Partigiani Parking and Piazzale Europa Parking, which are connected to the city center by escalators and lifts. Hourly parking rates range from €1.40 to €2.40.

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The National Archaeological Museum of Umbria (Museo Archeologico Nazionale dell'Umbria), also known as MANU, invites visitors on a captivating journey through the region's ancient past. Located in the historic complex of San Domenico, a former Dominican monastery founded in 1233, the museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts unearthed from settlements, caves, and burial sites across central Italy. The museum's exhibits span from the Paleolithic and Bronze Ages to the Roman era, providing insights into the lives of the Umbrians, Etruscans, and Romans who once inhabited this land. Highlights include the Cippo Perugino, the longest Etruscan inscription ever discovered, and the Cai Cutu tomb reconstruction, showcasing a typical Etruscan family burial. Explore the museum's various sections, including those dedicated to prehistory, Etruscan-Roman artifacts, and the Bellucci Amulets Collection. Admire the craftsmanship of ancient artisans through displays of bronze tools, pottery, glassware, and jewelry. The museum also features Roman sculptures and epigraphs that illustrate Perugia's rebirth after its conflict with Octavian in 41 B.C. While some descriptions are in Italian, the museum's rich collection and historical significance make it a worthwhile visit for anyone interested in archaeology and the history of central Italy.

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