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Museo Paleontologico Territoriale dell'Astigiano is a museum in Asti in Italy.

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Museo Paleontologico Territoriale dell'Astigiano
Michelerio palace, Corso Vittorio Alfieri 381
14100 Asti

Visitor information Museo Paleontologico Territoriale dell'Astigiano

Opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 17:00
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday
11:00 – 17:00
Thursday
11:00 – 17:00
Friday
11:00 – 17:00
Saturday
11:00 – 18:00
Sunday
11:00 – 18:00

Admission

Normal rate€7.00

Facilities

We don't have information about the facilities of Museo Paleontologico Territoriale dell'Astigiano.

Location & Map

Michelerio palace, Corso Vittorio Alfieri 381, Asti

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Exhibitions

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Museo Paleontologico Territoriale dell'Astigiano Reviews

Museo Paleontologico Territoriale dell'Astigiano has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Museo Paleontologico Territoriale dell'Astigiano in Asti, Italy, offers visitors an educational journey through the prehistoric past of the region. The museum houses a collection of fossils and paleontological finds, primarily focusing on the local area's rich geological history. Visitors appreciate the well-organized exhibits that showcase various marine and land animals that once inhabited the Piedmont region millions of years ago.

    The museum's strength lies in its informative displays and the quality of its fossil specimens, particularly the well-preserved whale skeletons that serve as centerpieces. Many visitors find the chronological layout helpful in understanding the evolutionary timeline. The museum also receives praise for its efforts to make the content accessible to children through interactive elements and simplified explanations.

    However, some visitors note that the museum is relatively small and can be explored thoroughly in about an hour. Additionally, while the information provided is generally good, some international visitors mention that not all exhibits have English translations, which can limit the experience for non-Italian speakers.

    The museum's location in a historic building adds charm to the visit, but a few reviewers mention that the facility could benefit from modernization in terms of presentation techniques and interactive technologies to enhance the overall experience.

    Despite these minor drawbacks, the Museo Paleontologico Territoriale dell'Astigiano is generally regarded as a worthwhile stop for those interested in paleontology and local natural history, offering a solid introduction to the prehistoric life that once thrived in the Asti area.

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