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Sant'Agostino is a church in the historical center of Genoa, located in an Augustinian monastery from the 13th century. The museum displays Italian frescoes, sculptures and relics dating back to 10th century.

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Museo di Sant'Agostino
Piazza di Sarzano 35
16128 Genoa

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Opening hours

SUMMER TIME (March 26 - October 6)
Tuesday to Friday: 9-19
Saturday and Sunday: 10-19.30

WINTER TIME (from 8 October)
Tuesday to Friday: 9-18.30
Saturday and Sunday: 9.30am-6.30pm

Admission

Disabled€3.00
EU Citizen (0-18)Free
EU Citizen (65+)€3.00
Normal rate€5.00

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Piazza di Sarzano 35, Genoa

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Exhibitions

No exhibitions in Museo di Sant'Agostino have been found.

Museo di Sant'Agostino Reviews

Museo di Sant'Agostino has 2 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Museo di Sant'Agostino in Genoa, Italy, is a well-regarded museum housed in a beautifully restored 13th-century monastery. Visitors appreciate the museum's extensive collection of Ligurian sculptures and paintings, spanning from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. The museum's architecture, blending medieval elements with modern design, is often praised for its tasteful renovation.

    Many reviewers highlight the museum's rich collection of medieval stone sculptures, including important works by notable artists such as Giovanni Pisano. The Roman and medieval lapidary sections are also frequently mentioned as impressive. The museum's layout is generally described as well-organized, allowing for a chronological journey through Genoese art history.

    On the positive side, visitors often comment on the peaceful atmosphere and the opportunity to explore at a leisurely pace, as the museum is rarely crowded. The staff is generally noted as helpful and knowledgeable.

    However, some visitors mention that the museum could benefit from more detailed explanations in English, as many descriptions are only in Italian. A few reviewers also note that some sections of the museum can feel a bit sparse or underutilized.

    Overall, the Museo di Sant'Agostino is considered a valuable cultural institution in Genoa, offering a comprehensive look at the city's artistic heritage in a historically significant setting. While it may not be as extensive as some of Italy's more famous museums, it provides a focused and enriching experience for those interested in Ligurian art and history.

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    barry isaac • 26 Jan 2025

    Recently,I visited the Saint Augustine Church Museum located in the historic heart of Genoa.This church originally built in the 13th Century featured a triangular cloister and a plethora of impressive Medieval Italian Period Sculptural works by Unknown Genoese,Pisan, and Lombardy Sculptors,as well as Giovanni Pisano("Funerary Monument of Margaret ").I also relished this museum's fine devotional theme paintings by Nicolo Da Voltri("Polytych of Saint Columbanus")and Barnaba Da Modena. At this museum,I learned about life in Genoa,during the Medieval and Renaissance Periods.

    Visited on 20 Nov 2024

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