Pietro Griffo Regional Museum
The Pietro Griffo Archaeological Museum is located in Contrada San Nicola, Agrigento, on the ground floor.
The museum, named after archaeologist Pietro Griffo, is housed in a modern building designed by Franco Minissi in 1967, which incorporates the remains of a 14th-century monastery. Here you can discover the rich collections resulting from excavations and acquisitions, displayed in 17 rooms that trace the history of ancient Akrágas and its vast territory.
In the Heart of the Valley of the Temples
We are immersed in the Archaeological and Landscape Park of the Valley of the Temples, one of the largest archaeological sites in the world, covering 1,300 hectares. This place offers an extraordinary combination of history and nature: you can admire ancient temples surrounded by a unique Mediterranean landscape, characterized by extensive almond groves, centuries-old olive groves, and vineyards, creating a setting of rare beauty.
How to get here
Getting to the museum is easy:
By plane
The most convenient airports are Palermo (Falcone-Borsellino - PMO) and Catania (Fontanarossa - CTA). From both, you can continue to Agrigento by train or car.
By Train
Agrigento Centrale station is well connected to the main cities of Sicily. From the station, the Museum is easily accessible by a short taxi ride or local public transport.
By Car
The Museum is located in Contrada San Nicola, Agrigento.
From Palermo: follow the SS121 towards Agrigento.
From Catania: take the A19 towards Palermo, then continue on the SS640 to Agrigento.
From Trapani: follow the SS115 towards Agrigento. Parking is available nearby.
