Domus Romana Lucca – Casa del Fanciullo sul Delfino
Archaeological site and museum in the centre of Lucca: a 1st-century BC Roman domus with structures from the Lombard period to the Renaissance.
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About the museum
The Domus Romana Lucca, known as the “Casa del Fanciullo sul Delfino”, is an archaeological site in the historic centre of Lucca, discovered in 2010 beneath a historic palace owned by the Bulleri family. The excavations were directed by the Soprintendenza ai Beni Archeologici della Toscana (the regional heritage authority), which judged the remains to be of fundamental importance for the historical reconstruction of the city. In 2015 the structures were recognised as cultural heritage of the State.
The site is presented as the first and only one in Europe to have been uncovered, made into a museum and opened to the public using exclusively private funds. In a single room, visitors can observe the evolution of building techniques over two thousand years of the city's history: walls and Roman finds dating from the 1st century BC, and structures from the Lombard, medieval and Renaissance periods, with original friezes and objects.
The guided visit includes a short film on the origins of Lucca and of the site, and the viewing of the finds, some of which can be touched. The museum also has a permanent display of Roman coins and offers themed routes, activities for schools and visits for families.
Highlights
- 1st-century BC Roman domus in the centre of Lucca
- Roman, Lombard, medieval and Renaissance walls in the same room
- Introductory film on the origins of Lucca
- Permanent display of Roman coins
- Themed routes for families and schools
Permanent exhibitions
- Domus Romana «Casa del Fanciullo sul Delfino» – Musealised archaeological site with structures from the 1st century BC to the Renaissance.
- Esposizione permanente di monete romane – Roman coins displayed in the museum and visitable every day.
- Founded
- 2012
- Operated by
- Famiglia Bulleri (iniziativa privata)
- Visitors per year
- approx. 8,915
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
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| Children & teens | freefree up to age 9 · Children up to 9 years free. |
| Classica Calix: visit, film, a drink and a libum (60 minutes, minimum 8 people) | €10Per person. |
| Classica Merenda: visit, film and an ancient snack (2 hours, minimum 8 people) | €25Per person. |
The price of €5 per person refers to the guided “Classica Domus” visit of about 40 minutes; booking required at least 2 days in advance.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 9 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
The “Ludus Familia” visit for families and workshops for schools; during the visit some of the finds can be touched. Free admission up to 9 years.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Corporate events
The Domus can be booked as a venue for corporate events.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 40 min |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided visit “Classica Domus” with an 8-minute film; booking required at least 2 days in advance using the form sent to info@domusromanalucca.it or by phoning +39 0583 050 060. Themed visits (Lvcca Romana, Maior Domus, Ludus Familia, Gustatio Historiae) and workshops for schools are available. |
