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Museum
National Archaeological Museum of Taranto
Archaeological museum in Taranto, Italy
Taranto (TA), Puglia (Apulia)
At a glance
- Type
- Museum
- Protection
- Italian national heritage
- Coordinates
- 40°28′25″ N, 17°14′20″ E
- Address
- Via Conte Camillo Benso di Cavour 10, 74123 Taranto
About
The National Archaeological Museum of Taranto (MArTA) is an Italian museum in Taranto, Italy. It exhibits one of the largest collections of artifacts from the Magna Graecia, including the Gold of Taranto.
The museum is operated by the Ministry for Cultural Heritage and Activities of Italy.
Text from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0. Full article: «National Archaeological Museum of Taranto».
Timeline
- 1887Opened
Events and people from Wikidata (CC0).
Photos
Getting there
TarantoTrain, nearest
1.7 km as the crow flies
National Archaeological Museum of TarantoVia Conte Camillo Benso di Cavour 10, 74123 Taranto
Amat Idrovia per Isola di San Pietro1.2 km
Aeroporto di Taranto-Grottaglie14.3 km
Distances are as the crow flies, not walking or driving.
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Nearby
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- Free 1st Sunday
- UNESCO
- Free 1st Sunday
Frequently asked questions
Where is National Archaeological Museum of Taranto?
National Archaeological Museum of Taranto is in Taranto, in the province of Taranto (Puglia (Apulia)), Italy. Address: Via Conte Camillo Benso di Cavour 10, 74123 Taranto. GPS coordinates: 40.47371, 17.23888.
What are the opening hours of National Archaeological Museum of Taranto?
According to OpenStreetMap the opening hours are: Tuesday to Saturday: 8:30–19:30; Monday: Closed. Always check the official website before your visit.
How much does it cost to visit National Archaeological Museum of Taranto?
There is an admission charge, but entry is free on the first Sunday of the month (Domenica al museo). Up-to-date prices are on the official website.
What else is there to see near National Archaeological Museum of Taranto?
Nearby you’ll find: Palazzo degli Uffici (100 m away), Palazzo Savino Amelio (300 m away), Palazzo del Governo (400 m away).
Sources and licences
Text. Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Data. Wikidata (CC0); opening hours and contacts OpenStreetMap (ODbL).
Photos. Wikimedia Commons, author and licence on every image.
Credits for the 3 photos
- Museo archeologico nazionale di Taranto - MArTA — Fabien Bièvre-Perrin, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Museo archeologico nazionale (Taranto) 01 — FrDr, CC BY-SA 4.0
- TARANTO-ITALIA (11211000586) — LANZATE, CC BY 2.0
Updated 28 October 2026. All sources and licences