Palazzo dei Consoli and Museo Civico

Palazzo dei Consoli and Museo Civico

Palazzo dei Consoli and Museo Civico
4.5
Speciality MuseumsArchitectural BuildingsGovernment Buildings
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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This museum is known for its collection of the famous Eugubine Tablets, which are seven bronze sheets that comprise a fundamental epigraphic document of the Umbrian civilization, dating back to the end of the 2nd century BC.
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Keith T
Canberra, Australia91 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023
We did a day trip by bus from Perugia to this picturesque township of Gubbio. After a coffee, the Palazzo Sei Consoli was a must do stop.

The structure itself is most impressive, especially when it was the seat of government of the free commune of Gubbio where the General Assembly of the people sat as the representative body of the people of the commune of Gubbio.

The exhibitions in the original building are of high standard and the captions (in Italian and English) show a hugh amount of work has been done to authenticate the objects as true and fair in what they represent. They provide most useful descriptions of the items and put them in the context of the day.

Of interest was the way the original Umbrian language was constructed (supported by engravings found on site dated back to the 15th century, known as the Iguvine Tables, mapping out the way society in the commune was to work). These tables (engraved on bronze) were probably writetn in the 1st century BC and before the Roman occupation of he area.

In fact, of further interest is the racial/tribal structure of Italy and nearby Slovenia/Croatia as we know it, before the Romans conquered the whole area.

Many displays showed pottery found on site, as well as a large variety of paintings from various epochs that were in the churches in the area. These are enhanced with some of the furniture used by the General Assembly.

The are many steps and I am not sure how those in wheel chairs can get around, but I expect there wil be a way.

The entry fee is most reasonable and very much well worh it.
Written 25 June 2023
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J G
4 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023
Beautiful hidden secret. Was a great find.
Expect to see lots of hikers pass you on their pilgrimage
Written 20 June 2023
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Scott
San Francisco, CA5,325 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022 • Solo
This is a fantastic museum in an amazing structure.

Come here and you will leave much more educated about the history of Umbria.

Iguvine Tables are here, the originals.

Written 9 January 2022
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G.B.
871 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2021
A building from the Gothic style that stands out in a beautiful square. Here they are guarded the important "Tavole eugubine", a very important document of the history of Umbria.
Written 27 September 2021
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Aldo P
Rome, Italy274 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021
The art collection is not that impressive and the only thing worthy of note are the Tables. But the visit is mainly to visit the palace which is quite interesting for its time.
Written 20 June 2021
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Emilio G
Rome, Italy34 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
A wide square with a wonderful view on the valley. On the other side there is the green mountain. But the best is the "Palazzo dei Consoli". The building was a example of medieval architectural with a lot of stairs and some secret passages, The Museum exhibition has a lot of paintings from 15° and 16° century. Furthermore there are seven rare tables (Tavole eugubine) written in part with an old language more ancient than latin and part with "Etruscan language" engraved one century b.C.
Written 16 January 2020
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ERIC W
Knoxville, TN4,215 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2019 • Couples
We paid 7 Euros a person to see an art/medieval exhibit and it was absolutely incredible. I’d pay 7 Euros just to walk through the place. Lots of stairs but breathtaking. Don’t miss this Incredible city views from the top of the tower
Written 27 September 2019
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Sam W
22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019 • Friends
It's not hugely expensive to get in, you get some wonderful views from the balcony. There are some lovely pieces of artwork and ceramics and the beautiful Iguvine Tablets
Written 4 June 2019
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Alicia A
Port Charlotte, FL35 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019 • Couples
An amazing museum. Houses Umbrian writings on copper tablets dating back 2000 years, describing agricultural rituals. Also pottery and methods describing the composition of the dyes used for decorating it, a variety of frescos and artifacts. Warning: be prepared to CLIMB STAIRS. Lots of stairs. At the top you will have an amazing view of the Piazza Grande and surroundings.
Written 30 March 2019
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FTMDave
Adria, Italy6,794 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019 • Friends
Gorgeous medieval building which dominates Palazzo Grande. The view of Gubbio and the surrounding countryside is fantastic. Only later from below did I realise what an incredible feat of construction the building is, as it extends deep below the level of the square.
Written 19 March 2019
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