Founded by the Greeks around 325 BC, the fortified city of Olbia, which means "the blessed", was a sea stop. Many Greek and Roman remains have been uncovered: baths, shops and houses.
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Located on a slight promontory by the sea, Olbia is the only witness, preserved in the entirety of its plan, a network of colonies-fortresses greek, founded by Marseille from the IVth century. BC.
Citizens of Marseille, the first Olbians were soldiers-settlers, fishermen, farmers and had as main mission to secure the maritime trade.
The excavated remains allow visitors to understand the urban evolution of an ancient city over 1000 years. There are fortifications, streets equipped with sewers and sidewalks, collective wells, blocks of houses, shops, baths, shrines, etc.
The remains of a medieval abbey, Saint-Pierre de l'Almanarre, have also been discovered on the site.
Open seasonally from April to October / all year round by appointment for groups (minimum 10 people).
Citizens of Marseille, the first Olbians were soldiers-settlers, fishermen, farmers and had as main mission to secure the maritime trade.
The excavated remains allow visitors to understand the urban evolution of an ancient city over 1000 years. There are fortifications, streets equipped with sewers and sidewalks, collective wells, blocks of houses, shops, baths, shrines, etc.
The remains of a medieval abbey, Saint-Pierre de l'Almanarre, have also been discovered on the site.
Open seasonally from April to October / all year round by appointment for groups (minimum 10 people).
Located on a slight promontory by the sea, Olbia is the only witness, preserved in the entirety of its plan, a network of colonies-fortresses greek, founded by Marseille from the IVth century. BC.
Citizens of Marseille, the first Olbians were soldiers-settlers, fishermen, farmers and had as main mission to secure the maritime trade.
The excavated remains allow visitors to understand the urban evolution of an ancient city over 1000 years. There are fortifications, streets equipped with...
Citizens of Marseille, the first Olbians were soldiers-settlers, fishermen, farmers and had as main mission to secure the maritime trade.
The excavated remains allow visitors to understand the urban evolution of an ancient city over 1000 years. There are fortifications, streets equipped with...
Rates
Rates
Rates 2025
Rates 2025
AdultAdmission €4 / Guided tour €4 / Workshop €5
From 4€ to 9€
Reduced priceFree admission for guides and holders of : Students, Education Pass, ICOM, Press, CMI.
Guided tour €4
Workshop €5
Guided tour €4
Workshop €5
4€
ChildAdmission and guided tour: free for under-18s (accompanied by an adult) on presentation of proof of age /Workshops: €5
5€
Group adultsadmission + guided tour for groups is €7 per person (i.e. €3 admission + €4 guided tour)
7€
Audioguide: €2 extra.
Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods
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Bank/credit cardOpenings
Openings
From 8 March 2025 until 31 October 2025 - Open everyday
Medias
Medias
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Location
Location
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Environment
Environment
- Close to a public transportation
Access
Access
- Free parking - parking Biancotto / rond-point de l'Almanarre
