Museo Cerio

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Jun 08, 2025 - Jun 09, 2025
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Museo Cerio: A Treasure of Natural History

Located on the enchanting island of Capri, Museo Cerio is a testament to the island’s rich natural and cultural heritage.

Founded in the mid-19th century by Doctor Ignazio Cerio, the museum became public in 1949. It features four distinct rooms dedicated to geology, palaeontology, zoology, botany, and archaeology, exhibiting over 20,000 items collected locally.

Must-See Wonders

🦖 Fossils from extinct species
🌿 Rare minerals from Capri
🏺 Archaeological artifacts that tell the island's history

Accessibility to the museum is excellent, attracting tourists, families, and historians alike, with entry typically free of charge.

Interesting Facts about Natural History MuseumMuseo Cerio

Late 19th Century Origin

Museo Cerio was initiated in the mid-1800s by local physician Ignazio Cerio.

Public Establishment

Officially established as a public museum in 1949.

Diverse Collections

Hosts over 20,000 artifacts, including fossilized remains and archaeological treasures.

Four Thematic Rooms

Contains dedicated spaces for geology, palaeontology, zoology, and archaeology.

Location

Piazzetta Ignazio Cerio 5

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