Audio Guide of Faggiano Museum

Faggiano Museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and on Sundays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. It is located at 13 Via D'Aruba, Lecce; you can easily reach it on foot from the historic center or by bus. For more details, visit the TripAdvisor page or call +39 0832 300729.

Admission is €6 for adults and €4 for children and students, while entry is free for children under 6. It is recommended to buy tickets on site, as no reservation is required, but check official sources for updates and possible promotions.

It is recommended to allow between 45 minutes and one hour to explore the museum fully, as it includes several rooms with underground excavations. If you go with a guide, the experience may last a little longer so you can take in all the historical details.

The museum began by accident in 1993 when the Faggiano family was digging to renovate their house in Lecce and discovered archaeological layers from Etruscan, Roman, and Norman periods dating back more than 2,000 years. It is a unique site showing the overlap of civilizations in Apulia and stands as a testament to how history can be revealed in everyday life, preserved by the family as a private museum.

Spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November) are ideal for avoiding Lecce’s intense summer heat; go early in the morning for a cooler, less crowded atmosphere. Avoid midday in July and August if you do not tolerate the sun well.

Access is limited because of the steep stairs and narrow underground passageways in this historic house-museum; there are no elevators or full ramps. It is advisable to contact the museum in advance at +39 0832 300729 to assess options or limited assistance, and it is not recommended for wheelchairs.

In Lecce, just a few minutes away on foot, you can visit the Roman Amphitheatre and the Basilica of Saint Oronzo in the historic center. Charles V Castle is also nearby; to plan your visit, see the official Italy tourism website for walking routes.

Wear comfortable shoes for the underground areas and consider joining a guided tour led by the Faggiano family for fascinating anecdotes; photography is allowed without flash. Arrive with a little extra time, as the museum is small but impressive, and combine your visit with a walk around Lecce to make the most of the day.