🎨🏛️ Timeless Elegance at the Museo Correale di Terranova (Sorrento) ✨

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Nestled on Via Correale 50 in the heart of Sorrento, the Museo Correale di Terranova is housed in an elegant 18th-century villa (Villa alla Rota), once the summer residence of the noble Correale family of Terranova. The villa, surrounded by a citrus garden and overlooking the Gulf of Naples, opened as a museum in May 1924. 

Inside, you’ll find 24 exhibition rooms spread across several floors, showcasing a refined collection that spans from archaeology to decorative arts. Highlights include archaeological finds from the Sorrento peninsula, 15th–19th-century Neapolitan paintings (including the School of Posillipo and Flemish works), a rich collection of European and oriental porcelain, aristocratic furniture, and Sorrento’s traditional wooden inlay (tarsia) craftsmanship. 

Whether your interest lies in art history, decorative treasures, or simply admiring a villa-museum with a sea-view terrace, the Museo Correale di Terranova offers a refined and accessible stop. The villa’s gardens and terrace afford excellent views, and the atmosphere is peaceful compared with busier tourist sites. Plan on about 1–1.5 hours for a visit, and note that the museum is closed on Mondays. 

Post by Pingging | Oct 30, 2025