Visit the Piceno Malacological Museum: The World of Shells

Experience Details

Discover the world's largest museum dedicated to shells! Located in Cupra Marittima, the Piceno Malacological Museum hosts an extraordinary collection of over 12 million specimens, with about one million shells on display. A true center for malacological studies, the museum also offers educational rooms, laboratories, a specialized library, and multimedia rooms for a complete and engaging experience.

What We’ll Do:
During the visit, we’ll explore the main thematic sections of the museum, including:

• Mother of pearl and malacopalentology
• Themed ceramic tiles
• Collections of corals and madrepores
• Sharks and ethnology: masks and objects from around the world
• Mother-of-pearl fans: a collection ranging from the 1700s to the present

Duration of the Experience:
Average visit time: 90 - 120 minutes.

Cost of the Experience:

• Adults: €10,00
• Students (6-18 years): €5,00
• Groups (minimum 30 people): €7,50 per person
• Over 65 years: €7,50
• Children up to 5 years: Free when accompanied by parents

Schedule and Opening Hours:

• June - July - August: 16:00 - 20:00 (Every day, including holidays)
• April - May - September: 15:30 - 19:00 (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday)
• October to March: 15:00 - 18:30 (Thursday, Saturday, Sunday)

Last entry: one hour before closing.

For groups, different hours are available upon booking.

How to Book:

• No reservation required on open days.
• Call: +39 347 370 4310
• Email: malacologia@fastnet.it