MAV – Museo Archeologico di Viddalba
Municipal archaeological museum of Viddalba, with finds from the Neolithic to the Middle Ages and the characteristic Roman funerary stelae of the San Leonardo necropolis.
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About the museum
The Archaeological Museum of Viddalba documents the settlement of the municipal territory and of the lower Coghinas valley from the Neolithic to the Middle Ages. It is considered the only scientific cultural centre in this area. The route is accompanied by information panels designed also for non-specialist visitors.
The rooms display ceramic and stone material of the Ozieri culture, Eneolithic finds linked to the Bonnanaro culture, surface finds and material from the Nuragic village of San Leonardo, including a bronze axe of particular importance. For the Roman period, the grave goods of the San Leonardo necropolis, up to the 4th century AD, are on show, with jewellery in gold, silver and glass paste.
The most distinctive part of the collection consists of around eighty stone funerary stelae decorated with palm fronds, placed in the outdoor area beyond the ditch. They are known as “mirror” stelae and bear stylised human figures incised on their main face. The collection is completed by containers from the Imperial and Late Imperial periods, medieval fragments and coins from the Punic, Roman and Renaissance periods. Outdoors there are also millstones, large vessels and reconstructions of enchytrismós tombs.
Highlights
- Around eighty Roman “mirror” funerary stelae
- Grave goods from the Roman necropolis of San Leonardo
- Finds from the Ozieri and Bonnanaro cultures
- Nuragic bronze axe
- Outdoor reconstructions of enchytrismós tombs
Permanent exhibition
- Collezione archeologica permanente – Finds from the Neolithic to the Middle Ages from the Viddalba area, with the Roman funerary stelae of San Leonardo.
- Operated by
- Comune di Viddalba
- Visitors per year
- approx. 1,428
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €3 |
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| Reduced | €2minors aged 10 to 18 |
| Children & teens | €2free up to age 8 · According to the regional listing, admission is free under 9; from 10 to 18 years a reduced ticket applies. |
| Seniors | freeFree admission for over-65s. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freeFree admission for visitors with disabilities. |
Free admission also for drivers accompanying groups.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
According to the Municipality and the regional listing, the museum can be reached on foot or by wheelchair along an asphalt road; facilitated physical accessibility is indicated.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 8 |
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- Family tours & workshops
Workshops and educational games for children and schools, by reservation.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Bookshop and teaching room.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours and educational activities for schools are available, with workshops to be booked in advance; costs are agreed when booking. The museum also hosts cultural events, itineraries and conferences. |
