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Torture Museum (San Marino)
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The Torture Museum in Borgo Maggiore presents a sobering array of instruments used for punishment and execution throughout history. Visitors can examine devices like the rack, the iron maiden, thumbscrews, and guillotines, each accompanied by descriptions of their use. The museum offers a stark look at humanity's darker side, making it a thought-provoking experience for those interested in history and criminology. It's a compact but intense visit that leaves a lasting impression.
Don't miss
- View the infamous iron maiden, a spiked sarcophagus used in medieval Europe.
- See a genuine guillotine blade from the French Revolution era.
- Learn about the 'pear of anguish,' a device used to silence victims.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Torture Museum (San Marino)
You can visit Torture Museum (San Marino) on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSan Marino: A Self Guided Audio Tour4.6★ · 16 travelers~1 hourFrom$7 per personSee dates →
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Private & flexiblePrivate San Marino Walking Tour5★ · 11 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$349 per personSee dates →More attractions in Borgo Maggiore