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City Museum of Rimini

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Jun 16, 2025 - Jun 17, 2025
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City Museum of Rimini: A Tapestry of History

Located in a former Jesuit convent on Via Luigi Tonini, the City Museum of Rimini showcases the city's rich history.

Founded in 1990, the museum is nestled adjacent to Chiesa and houses significant archaeological finds, most notably from nearby Roman villas. It features an impressive collection of Roman surgical instruments, exquisite mosaics, and a unique glass fish artifact. Additionally, it includes Federico Fellini's imaginative doodles as part of ongoing exhibitions.

Unforgettable Highlights

  • 🏛️ Roman Surgical Instruments: Explore the world's largest collection of surgical tools from antiquity.
  • 🎨 Fellini's Art: View the whimsical doodles from the legendary filmmaker's sketchbook.
  • 🖼️ Mosaics: Admire beautiful floor mosaics from excavated Roman homes in the adjacent Domus del Chirurgo.

    • Admission is relatively inexpensive, and the museum caters to tourists, families, and anyone interested in history and culture.

    Interesting Facts about Natural History MuseumCity Museum of Rimini

    Former Jesuit Convent

    The museum is housed in what was once a Jesuit convent, adding historical layers to its architecture.

    Roman Villa Artifacts

    It features numerous artifacts from excavated Roman villas, providing insights into ancient life.

    Fellini's Impact

    Federico Fellini's works are celebrated here until the opening of a dedicated museum in 2020.

    Location

    47921 Rimini Emilia-Romagna

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