Open visit | Olbia archaeological site

Founded by the Greeks around 325 BC, the fortified town of Olbia, which means ‘the blessed’, was once a maritime port of call. Numerous Greek and Roman remains have been unearthed, including thermal baths, shops and settlements.

Self-guided tour: walk through the archaeological park at your own pace, armed with your tour guide, and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of the site.

Situated on a slight promontory on the seafront, Olbia is the only surviving example, preserved in its entirety, of a network of ancient roads.
of a network of Greek fortress-colonies founded by Marseilles from the 4th century BC onwards.
The remains that have come to light provide an insight into the urban development of an ancient city over a period of 1,000 years.
There are fortifications, streets with sewers and pavements, a communal well, blocks of dwellings divided into houses, shops, thermal baths and a number of other features.
shops, thermal baths, sanctuaries, etc.
The remains of a medieval abbey have also been discovered on the site.

Practical information :

•     Duration: approx. 1 hour
•     Bring closed shoes and sun protection (hat, cap, etc.), mosquito repellent
•     Free admission for under-18s (accompanied by an adult), guides and holders of student, education, ICOM,       press and disability passes, on presentation of proof of age.
•     Open from April to November
•     Independently wheelchair accessible
•     Reserved place for PRM
•     WC + grab bar + circulation space
•     Possibility of dropping someone off in front of the site
•     Walk punctuated by stations.
•     Last access to the remains 1 hour before the site closes