Musée Vesunna, Archaeological museum in Périgueux, France
The Vesunna museum features a glass structure designed by Jean Nouvel that protects the remains of a first-century Roman domus with painted walls.
Archaeological excavations between 1959 and 1995 revealed a complete Roman townhouse with reception rooms, kitchen areas, wells, and a colonnaded peristyle.
The permanent exhibition presents limestone blocks, mosaics, temple models, and artifacts illustrating the daily life of Petrocorii people in Gallo-Roman times.
The museum opens Tuesday through Friday from September to June, with extended hours in July and August, offering guided tours and audio guides for visitors.
The modern glass building stands directly above ancient Roman ruins, allowing visitors to observe archaeological remains from elevated walkways throughout the structure.
Location: Périgueux
Inception: July 12, 2003
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Phone: +33553530092
Website: http://perigueux-vesunna.fr/a-city-under-the-city
GPS coordinates: 45.17990,0.71276
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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Église Saint-Étienne-de-la-Cité
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Vesunna
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Périgueux amphitheatre
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Château Barrière
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Tour Mataguerre
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Citadelle gallo-romaine de Vésone
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Piscine Bertran-de-Born
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Hôtel de ville de Périgueux
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Couvent Sainte-Marthe
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Pont Saint-Georges
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Maladrerie de Coulounieix-Chamiers
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Jardin du Thouin
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Couvent des Dames de la Foi
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Couvent des Cordeliers de Périgueux
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Hôtel de Sallegourde
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Ensemble urbain de Périgueux
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Maison de Saint-Astier
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Jardin des Arènes de Périgueux
323 m
Grotte de Campniac
788 m
Villa gallo-romaine dite « des Bouquets »
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Chapelle Saint-Jean-Baptiste
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Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-l'Immaculée-Conception
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