The Museo della Città occupies the historic Palazzo della Frumentaria in Sassari’s San Sisto district. Inside, the museum and contemporary art gallery bring the building’s history together with modern exhibitions, and there is also a concert hall. Most signs are in Italian, but you can download an English guide. If you plan to visit other sites beyond the city, check whether a combined ticket for Palazzo Ducale and Monte d’Accoddi suits your itinerary.
The Frumentaria building
The museum is housed in the Palazzo della Frumentaria, a historic building in Sassari’s San Sisto district. Its present use combines a museum with a contemporary art gallery, placing modern exhibitions inside a building tied to the city’s past.
Planning your visit
Most of the exhibition signage is in Italian. An English guide is available to download, which can help you follow the displays. The venue also includes a concert hall. If you are visiting other sites outside Sassari, check whether a combined ticket covering Palazzo Ducale and Monte d’Accoddi is available for your plans. Confirm the opening schedule before travelling, since inconsistent hours have disrupted some visits.
FAQ
Where is Museo della Città?
It is at Piazza del Comune, 1, in Sassari, in the historic Palazzo della Frumentaria in the San Sisto district.
Is there an English guide?
Yes. You can download a guide in English; most signage is in Italian.
What can you see at Museo della Città?
The venue includes a museum, a contemporary art gallery in the Frumentaria and a concert hall.
When is Museo della Città open?
The listed hours are Tuesday from 3 to 6 pm, Wednesday from 10 am to 2 pm, Thursday from 3 to 6 pm, and Friday through Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm. It is listed as closed on Monday. Check the schedule before your visit.
