1. HomepageHomepage
  2. Europe
  3. Italy
  4. Lucca
  5. Current: National Museum of Villa Guinigi
  Manage this page
4.41 rating
  Save museum

National Museum of Villa Guinigi and its collection

National Museum of Villa Guinigi
Source

The Museo Nazionale di Villa Guinigi is housed in a villa, one of the oldest and most prestigious buildings in the city. This villa was commissioned by Paolo Guinigi, who was the lord of Lucca from 1400 to 1430. The construction began in 1413 by craftsmen from northern Italy, and the villa was intended to be Guinigi's 'residence of delights'.

The Museum's Collections

The collections at the Museo Nazionale di Villa Guinigi are diverse and fascinating. They include an interesting archaeological collection with Etruscan, Ligurian and Roman artifacts. The museum also presents collections that trace the historical-artistic path of Lucca. In particular, it houses works by artists from Lucca or foreigners who worked in Lucca from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. These collections include paintings, sculptures, and sacred furnishings of both secular and religious origin.

Read more…

ITMuseo Nazionale di Villa Guinigi
FRMusée de la villa Guinigi de Lucques
EN The Villa Guinigi National Museum
ITGuinigi Villa

History & Anthropology History & Anthropology Art & Design Art & Design Archaeology Historic house Medieval art & Early Renaissance art Renaissance art & Early modern art Religion Religious building

#4 Art & Design in Lucca #3 History & Anthropology in Lucca #1 Archaeology museums in Lucca #5 Historic houses in Lucca #2 Medieval art & Early Renaissance art museums in Lucca #2 Religion museums in Lucca #56 Art & Design in Italy #67 History & Anthropology in Italy #16 Archaeology museums in Italy #35 Historic houses in Italy #17 Medieval art & Early Renaissance art museums in Italy #19 Religion museums in Italy #12 Religious buildings in Italy #16 Renaissance art & Early modern art museums in Italy #96 Archaeology museums in Europe #85 Medieval art & Early Renaissance art museums in Europe #134 Religion museums in Europe #90 Religious buildings in Europe #77 Renaissance art & Early modern art museums in Europe

#4 Art & Design in Lucca #3 History & Anthropology in Lucca #1 Archaeology museums in Lucca #5 Historic houses in Lucca #2 Medieval art & Early Renaissance art museums in Lucca #2 Religion museums in Lucca #56 Art & Design in Italy #67 History & Anthropology in Italy #16 Archaeology museums in Italy #35 Historic houses in Italy #17 Medieval art & Early Renaissance art museums in Italy #19 Religion museums in Italy #12 Religious buildings in Italy #16 Renaissance art & Early modern art museums in Italy #96 Archaeology museums in Europe #85 Medieval art & Early Renaissance art museums in Europe #134 Religion museums in Europe #90 Religious buildings in Europe #77 Renaissance art & Early modern art museums in Europe

More…

National Museum of Villa Guinigi
Via della Quarquonia 4
55100 Lucca

Images of National Museum of Villa Guinigi

Visitor information National Museum of Villa Guinigi

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
12:00 – 19:30
Wednesday
12:00 – 19:30
Thursday
12:00 – 19:30
Friday
12:00 – 19:30
Saturday
12:00 – 19:30
Sunday Closed
More opening hours

Admission

0 – 17Free
Normal rate€4.00
More ticket prices

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Via della Quarquonia 4, Lucca

Discover all museums in Lucca

Exhibitions

No exhibitions in National Museum of Villa Guinigi have been found.

National Museum of Villa Guinigi Reviews

National Museum of Villa Guinigi has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The National Museum of Villa Guinigi, located in Lucca, Italy, offers visitors a comprehensive look at the city's art and history. Housed in a 15th-century palace, the museum's architecture is itself a point of interest. The collection spans from Etruscan artifacts to medieval and Renaissance art, providing a broad overview of the region's cultural heritage.

    Visitors often appreciate the well-curated exhibits, which include notable works by local artists such as Fra Bartolomeo and Pompeo Batoni. The museum's collection of Lucchese paintings and sculptures from the 14th to 18th centuries is particularly praised. Many reviewers highlight the impressive display of ancient Roman artifacts and medieval religious art.

    However, some visitors note that the museum can feel a bit dated in terms of presentation and lack interactive elements. The information provided is sometimes considered limited, especially for non-Italian speakers. A few reviewers mention that the lighting in some areas could be improved to better showcase the artworks.

    Despite these minor drawbacks, the museum is generally regarded as a worthwhile visit for those interested in art history and local culture. The intimate setting allows for a close-up view of the artworks, and the reasonable entry fee is often mentioned as good value for the experience offered.

    In summary, the National Museum of Villa Guinigi provides a solid overview of Lucca's artistic heritage in a historical setting, though it may benefit from some modernization in its presentation and visitor amenities.

    Read more…

  • Aggregated rating

    This rating is based on the rating of this museum on several other platforms.

Write a review

Your review helps other people learn about great and less great museums. If you've visited National Museum of Villa Guinigi, you can write your review below! Please pay attention to our content guidelines before you post your review.

Nearby and in or around Lucca

Discover museums near National Museum of Villa Guinigi in or around Lucca.

Discover all museums in Lucca