A Story That Began...
350,000 Years Ago

Chiostri di Santa Caterina 17024
Finale Ligure Borgo (SV), Italy

+39 019.690020
+39 351.7306191
info@museoarcheofinale.it

Full Ticket: €5.00
Reduced / Students / Over 65: €3.00

Groups: €3.00
Schools: €3.00 per student

Discover the Story of the Finale Area

The Finale Archaeological Museum tells the story of the local area through objects and archaeological discoveries that bring us closer to the people who lived here thousands of years ago.

The museum also offers a rich programme of events and experiences, inviting visitors to explore the region through archaeology, nature, and culture.

Visitor Route

Discover the museum step by step with our visitor map.
Each gallery takes you on a journey through different
periods, places, and stories from the Finale area.

Highlights of the Collection

Among the thousands of artefacts preserved at the
museum, some hold a special place in telling the story of
the region and its people.
Discover a selection of the museum’s 13 iconic objects—
unique treasures spanning thousands of years of human
history, creativity, and innovation.

The New MAF Audio Guide

Enjoy a richer museum experience with our audio guide on

amuseapp. Discover stories, fascinating facts, and in-
depth commentary as you explore the museum directly

from your smartphone.
Five different tours are available:
• Standard
• Children’s Tour
• Smart Tour
• Accessible Tour
• Arene Candide Cave Tour
All tours, except the Accessible Tour, are available in all
supported languages.

Play, Discover, Learn Through Archaeology

The museum’s Education Department offers engaging
activities designed to introduce visitors of all ages to the fascinating world of archaeology.

Throughout the year, we welcome schools of every level with experimental archaeology workshops, guided tours, and themed educational programmes.

During the summer, the museum opens its doors to families with hands-on activities, games, and experiences that turn the discovery of the past into a shared adventure.

Publications

Through an active publishing programme, the museum promotes the history and archaeology of the Finale area by producing research publications, catalogues, and scholarly studies.

This body of knowledge is the direct result of the museum’s fieldwork, enriched by ongoing collaboration with researchers and local institutions.

The Medieval Church of San Lorenzo in Varigotti, Thirty Years After Restoration (1995–2025)

Enrico Caviglia (1862–1945). Travel, Culture, Memory

Early Modern Period

Early Middle Ages and Middle Ages

MUDIF – The Finale Open-Air Museum

From Aycardi Theatre to Arene Candide Cave, from Castel Gavone to the Varigotti Promontory, discover the remarkable sites that make up the Museo Diffuso del Finale and experience archaeology beyond the museum walls.