Museo del Santuario di Savona
Museum of the Sanctuary of Nostra Signora di Misericordia in Savona, with votive jewels, silverware, vestments and ex-votos in five sections.
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About the museum
The sanctuary museum was opened in 1959 and completely renovated in 1986–1987. It is located in the wing that links the Palazzetto del Duca di Tursi with the Ospizio de’ Poveri; the entrance is on the right side of the sanctuary façade, at the end of the ramp. The current display dates from 2009 and in its essential content keeps that of the 1950s.
The route combines the historic Museo del Tesoro and the Sala Peluzzi, opened in summer 2008, and is organised into five chronological sections: the 16th and 17th centuries, the room of precious objects (cella dei preziosi), the 18th century, the 19th century and the ex-votos. Among the most important pieces are the gold and gemstone crown and the necklace that belonged to Princess Maria Anna of Savoy, the sacred vestments, the silver liturgical service donated by Monsignor Agostino De Mari, and the collection of ex-votos, a sign of gratitude from the faithful to the Madonna of Mercy.
Highlights
- Gold and gemstone crown and necklace of Maria Anna of Savoy
- Silver liturgical service of Monsignor Agostino De Mari
- 18th-century sacred vestments
- Collection of ex-votos
- Sala Peluzzi, opened in 2008
- Founded
- 1959
- Operated by
- A.S.P. Opere Sociali di N.S. di Misericordia
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €4 |
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| Reduced | €2 |
| Guided tour (groups of 10 to 40 people) | €6 |
Prices as listed in a national museum directory (2023); the sanctuary’s website does not list prices.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By public transit
Santuario (davanti alla basilica)
Urban bus line 3 from the centre of Savona (stops Piazza Mameli or Via Gramsci, port area) to the stop in front of the basilica; line 3 also runs from the railway station (Stazione FFSS – Cimavalle), journey time about 30 minutes.
Savona motorway exit (about 10 km away) and Albisola exit (about 13 km away), then follow the signs for Lavagnola and the Santuario. The nearest airport is Genoa (about 55 km).
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Bookshop at the museum (according to a national museum directory).
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Guided tours of the museum and the monumental complex by reservation via email. The textile collection of Palazzo Azzarie can only be seen on a booked guided tour; at present the palace is not open to visitors. |
