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One the most beautiful museum that tell the story of tuna fishery and processing in Sicily . well organized multilingual guided tours trough out the day. beautiful permanent exhibit.impressive

This lovely historic building which was a tuna fish processing factory is now a museum. It is a very attractive building both viewed from the exterior and indeed from within the inner courtyards. We recently visited it because it housed an exhibition of art by Sicilian artists which was truly inspiring. The standard of works on display was generally excellent. The works were very well hung with appropriate information provided. The exhibition was arranged in 4 light, airy rooms of the building and it was an extremely pleasant experience to be there and enjoy it. We intend to return to view the museum.

The huge florio now contains all of the artifacts from the very manual tuna industry of old which is now defunct.

I wasn't particular keen in going to this museum but now that I did I don't regret it. What piece of history and tradition this place still offers. We where lucky to have an ex worker of this establishment "zio beppe" who through traditional language explained some key duties they used to do as well as some traditional songs and rhymes they sang during their tuna catch. Perhaps this place was one of the main tonnaras in the area of Sicily, since it's production was massive. Whilst I think that at their time they did quite some damage to the Tuna population, they do not admit it but again this is history now and visiting the place as a very good knowledge for those like me who have a passion for the sea. Presenters where very well informed and described the different processes really well.

All in Italian so you need to understand enough or take someone who speaks the language but it was fascinating and well worth the trip to do the guided tour

I was in Favignana for six days for a summer school/workshop that took place in this old tuna factory which has been well kept. The hall we used for the lectures has been restored and is well suited for conferences, seminars etc. It is centrally air conditioned and the audio system is excellent!From the building to the materials and the well told stories, one can almost still feel the presence of the fishermen and workers of the factory. I was particularly impressed with the audiovisual materials available at the museum: they are very well presented and preserved.Another plus is that this old factory is next to a lovely beach and a stone's throw away from the city center.

One of the best guided tour ever seen, thanks to narration by Tiziana. A real dive in in the history and tradition of the "mattanza" and tune fishing. The museum is well kept and make you feel and understand every step of the process.Additionally, it is a fantastic idea the narration videos in the Torino room. Shame that it is missing english subtitle.To be improved:Since the museum close at lunch time the morning ticket should allow to come back in the afternoon to complete the visit.Not sure they do have dedicated English speaking tour guide.

recently refurbished and open this is the place where tinned tuna in oil were produced for the first time. Don't miss it, it's really interesting. Strongly recommended the guided tour (it's free, you pay only the entrance fee).

The ex former factory Florio, the famous "tonnara" is picturesque and very suggestive... during the visit you go back in the past, and you can review and relive the moments and stages of tuna fishing. Very very impressive. Moreover the "tonnara" is very well maintained and in excellent condition.A stop not to be missed for those who want to take a dive into the Sicilian history.

This old tuna canning factory is now a mixture of interesting architecture, artistry and history. It's a great place to go and look about. The huge old tuna fishing boats really make you think about the scale of the operations that used to be run from here.

SImply put, this is not to miss. Aside from a great beach or two, this was the highlight of the visit. History, emotion, human interest...it had it all. The staff is fantastic, engaging and well-informed. They brought history to life. Further, something like this, FREE, is unheard of today. Complimenti!

This is in the island of Favignana and you just have to give it a visit - it is absolutely HUGE with different rooms - some containing old tuna boats, photographs, screens showing tuna being caught complete with the cries of the fishermen - all very eery but informative and quite awesome. Children and adults will enjoy it.

A place you must visit, especially if you are at Favignana, since this place is simply the climax of the island. The tour is very interesting and also interactive at times. Entrance is free, even for the tour. Just go, and you can be assured that you would not regret it!!

Well restored, it is an interesting visit. If you like architecture and photography, don't miss it. WIth a guided tour can also be informative.

As this impressive building is overlooking the beach, we were curious and keen to visit it, but it was always closed. We found out by accident that it was open for free guided tours on Wednesdays, so we jumped at the chance. The guided visit was in Italian, which I understand about 50%, but even if you didn't understand a word, it would be worth going along as you get to see inside this fascinating place. One of the tour guides is a guy who worked in the tuna factory since the 1960s - he got a lot of laughs from the Italians on the tour (everyone except us), but I understood the other guide better when she spoke. The guides took us around the old tuna processing plant, viewing the giant tuna cooking pots, tinning tables, tuna hanging posts, etc. There are several tuna fishing boats moored in the buildings, plus a miniature model of the 'mattanza' nets. The building also houses a collection of ancient ceramics and artefacts from Roman, Phoenecian and other eras. If you can manage to find details of this place before you go, bring them with you so you understand what you are viewing. But even if you don't understand a word of Italian, this place is worth a visit, it's beautifully maintained and an integral part of the economic and folk history of the Egadi Islands and Sicily.