It might be a bit ironic as Italy is the place where people are said to be constantly eating pasta or pizza, but there’s a unique museum dedicated to this staple part of the country’s cuisine. This is the first museum of its kind that specialises in one food group.
At the ‘Museo Nazionale delle Paste Alimentari’ you will first learn a lot about the history of the famous dish and its production. 8 centuries of pasta history are presented in 11 different rooms. You will also learn about all the different ways of producing pasta, as there is so many different ways of doing so.
Starting with the wheat until you finally get the pasta…you’ll see the evolution from simple ingredients to intricate dishes. Did you know that the history of pasta dates back to the 12th century? So it’s understandable that there’s a lot of information to get! And what exactly is pasta made of? You’ll also get answers to that question.
Even if the more ‘conventional’ museum fails to inspire your young ones, the ‘Museo Nazionale delle Paste Alimentari’ will for sure. Almost every child likes pasta and there is no other place where they can get so much information about their favourite dish. The museum is at Piazza Scanderberg 117, very close to the Trevi fountain where you should also go. You can visit the museum easily by public transport as there are approximately 10 busses going there. (Yep, the Italians really do LOVE their pasta.)
The museum is open every day (even Sundays) from 9.30am until 5.30pm. (Closed on public holidays) If you want to go with a big group, it’s probably best to let them know in advance.
The entrance is 10 euros for adults and 7 euros for children under the age of 18. The price includes a MP3 player which provides you with all of the information in 6 different languages.
The museum will provide you and your family a whole day of fun. It’s almost guaranteed that everyone will love this day trip, because lets face it, everyone loves pasta. If you visit the Italian capital it is recommended to book your accommodation in the centre (Unterkunft Rom) in advance. If you come with your family, you will have more space in an apartment (Ferienwohnung Rom) and it is cheaper than a Hotel Rom.
