Museo del Mare

Museo del Mare is a maritime museum in the Old Port area housing ship models, navigation tools, and documents about the city's seafaring past. The collection spans from fishing traditions to large naval operations, with materials showing the port's role in shaping the region's development.

The museum was founded in 1904 as a fishing collection and grew through donations from nautical institutions over time. Its growth reflects the city's evolution from a small fishing port to a major international trading center.

The collection shows how deeply the city's identity is tied to the sea and maritime trade. Visitors see everyday objects from sailors' lives and understand how the port shaped local traditions and work.

The museum sits within the Old Port area, accessible on foot when walking through the harbor district. Plan your visit for a less crowded time to properly view and read about the exhibits without feeling rushed.

The collection holds a key that Guglielmo Marconi used in 1930 during a radio transmission experiment conducted from a ship at sea. This rare object marks a moment when radio technology and maritime exploration intersected in an unusual demonstration.