Museo del Confetto Giovanni Mucci – the sweetest museum of South Italy

Italy's culinary culture is known and appreciated worldwide. The typical dishes and traditional recipes are a big part of their cultural identity. In the southern-Italian region of Apulia, there is a special place that combines history, passion, quality, and taste like no other: Museo del Confetto Giovanni Mucci. It is located in Andria, where the sweet dragées and chocolate creations where initially created in 1894. 

Confetteria e Museo Mucci Giovanni

Via Museo del Confetto, 12, 76123 Andria, Italy

A walk through the historical manufactory will set you back in time and introduce you to the world of one of the most traditional candies in Italy. The guides explain how the unique textures, shapes, and flavors are achieved and how the Mucci family created it back then. Many of the inventive and unique tools that were used for the sweet production over a century ago are displayed there. Next to extensive historical knowledge and interesting insights, you obviously also have the chance to try various of the delicious creations. The museum tours are offered in English, Italian, Spanish, and French, and the entrance is 5 Euro. The Museo del Confetto Giovanni Mucci combines tasting, history, and shopping in one place. A visit there is also the perfect opportunity to create your mix of tasty treats for your friends and family back home. A unique, typical, and delicious souvenir from your stay in south Italy.

The traditional sweets of Giovanni Mucci are a popular gift for festive occasions in Apulia. Often guests bring delicious creations to weddings, first communion, or as small presents for celebrating milestones like a new apartment or job.  

A tour in the old manufactory can perfectly be combined with a visit to Castel del Monte. The famous Castel of the 13th century, which is the symbol of the Italian 1 Cent coin, is just a 20-minute drive from the Museum. 

Castel del Monte

76123 Andria, Barletta-Andria-Trani, Italie

If you have a sweet tooth but also always want to learn about local delicacies and traditions while you are traveling, the museum of Giovanni Mucci is the perfect place for you.