- Touch the sphynx and make a wish
- Wander the gorgeous Mediterranean garden
- Admire the collection of precious antiques in the villa's museum
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After the Grotta Azzurra, the Museum-House of Villa San Michele is Anacapri's most visited tourist attraction. The villa dates back to the late 19th century, when the Swedish physician, writer and recreational archaeologist, Axel Munthe, adjudicated the site, previously occupied by an ancient roman construction, the perfect place where to build a house in which to display his collection of relics and classical artefacts.
Hours | |
January and February | Closed |
March | 9 am to 4:30 pm |
April | 9 am to 5 pm |
May-September | 9 am to 6 pm |
October | 9 am to 5 pm |
November and December | 9 am to 3:30 pm - Closed on Tuesday - Monday 25 December 9.00-13.30 |
Tickets | |
Full-price ticket | 10 euros |
Youth and students | 6 euros |
Children age 10 and under | Free |
School groups | 4 euros |
Whilst admiring the many fascinating exhibits on display in the museum, visitors are likely to linger longest before the head of the Medusa, the bust of Emperor Tiberius and the magnificent Egyptian sphinx.
Villa San Michele's beautiful Mediterranean gardens are an integral part of the Museum. This is where both the remains of the ancient Roman villa and the little Medieval Chapel, this latter restored by Munthe in person, can be seen. From its position on the north-eastern slopes of Anacapri, some 327 meters above sea level, Villa San Michele boasts a privileged view point, gazing out across the entire Bay of Naples.
Villa San Michele is open year round.
Guest reviews
Wonderful from all aspects
16 October 2023
Close to the centre of Anacapri, this museum is a fascinating and beautiful place to visit. The former residence of the late Axel Munthe, the Swedi... more »
The story of Saint Michele by Axel Munthe comes to life
7 October 2023
I highly recommend reading the book: The story of Saint Michele by Axel Munthe before your visit to Capri. The tour of the villa he painstakingly b... more »
A spectacular museum
25 September 2023
What an amazing museum with beautiful gardens and stunning views! Do not miss seeing the Egyptian & Etruscan sphinxes… just glorious! more »
Beautiful Garden and Stellar Views
24 September 2023
Gorgeous gardens with the best views of Capri. Plus, we learned about the interesting life of the Swedish physician and author Axel Munthe, who bui... more »
Location
Villa San Michele is located just a few meters from Piazza Vittoria, central square of Anacapri, at the end of a characteristic shopping street and enjoying breathtaking cliff edge views over Capri.
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