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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Tuscania: Echoes of Etruscan Splendor

Unearth Etruscan and Roman treasures at Tuscania's National Archaeological Museum, a captivating journey through ancient civilizations.

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The Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Tuscania, housed in a former Franciscan convent, showcases a remarkable collection of Etruscan and Roman artifacts unearthed in the Tuscania area. Explore sarcophagi, pottery, sculptures, and jewelry that reveal the rich history and cultural practices of these ancient civilizations.

A brief summary to Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Tuscania

  • 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

  • Check the museum's website for updated opening hours and any special exhibitions.
  • Combine your visit with a stroll through Tuscania's charming historic center.
  • Consider a guided tour of the Colle San Pietro Archaeological Park, adjacent to the Basilica di San Pietro, to explore Etruscan, Roman, and medieval remnants.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the center of Tuscania, the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Tuscania is a pleasant walk. Head east, following signs for Largo Mario Moretti. The museum is located at number 1, adjacent to the Church of Santa Maria del Riposo. The walk is approximately 5-10 minutes from the main square.

  • Public Transport

    If arriving by bus, the nearest stop is Tuscania | Ponte Marta, about a 7-minute walk from the museum. From the bus stop, walk north towards the town center, then follow signs to Largo Mario Moretti. Bus tickets can be purchased at local newsstands or tobacconists for approximately €1-3 depending on the distance.

  • Parking

    If arriving by car, paid parking is available in front of the museum. Free parking can also be found nearby. Parking rates typically range from €0.50-€1.00 per hour.

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Housed in the evocative former Franciscan convent of Santa Maria del Riposo, the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Tuscania offers a captivating journey into the region's Etruscan and Roman past. Founded in 1247, the convent itself features elegant Renaissance architecture with a central cloister adorned with colonnades and richly decorated capitals. The museum's collection comprises a wealth of archaeological finds from the surrounding area, providing insights into the lives and customs of the Etruscan and Roman people who once thrived here. The ground floor exhibits feature Hellenistic-era funerary complexes (4th-1st centuries BC), including remarkable artifacts from the Curunas family tombs. Admire the nenfro sarcophagi with lids depicting the deceased, alongside Faliscan, Ceretan, Vulcentian/Tarquinian, Chiusine, and local ceramics. Bronze items related to banquets and women's lives are also on display. Upstairs, discover artifacts from Etruscan tombs dating back to the 7th century BC, including sculptures in nenfro and terracotta. Highlights include the box stone of Pian di Mola, which once marked a cremation burial, and the terracotta sarcophagi from the Treptie tomb. The museum also recounts the history of the Campanari family, whose excavations significantly contributed to Etruscan studies in the 19th century. With its blend of historical artifacts and architectural charm, the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Tuscania offers a compelling glimpse into the ancient heart of Tuscia.

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