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Things to see in Marche: historic places

In Marche the atlas lists 1,493 historic places: 416 museums, 253 historic villas and palaces and 220 fortresses and towers and more.

The richest areas are the province of Macerata (432), the province of Ancona (384) and the province of Pesaro e Urbino (351).

By date of construction, the most common period is the Modern era (40% of dated places) and the Middle Ages (37% of dated places).

Of these, 43 list opening hours, 10 have free entry and 8 are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • 764with photo
  • 797with description
  • 43with opening hours
  • 19free entry
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What to see in Marche: frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Marche?

Among the best-documented historic places in Marche are Galleria nazionale delle Marche (Urbino), National Archaeological Museum of the Marches (Ancona), Rocca Roveresca (Senigallia), Archaeological Park of Urbs Salvia (Urbisaglia) and Teatro Ventidio Basso (Ascoli Piceno).

How many historic places are there in Marche?

The atlas lists 1,493 historic places in Marche: 416 museums, 253 historic villas and palaces, 220 fortresses and towers, 184 castles, 161 abbeys and monasteries, 148 archaeological sites, 71 historic theatres, 31 historic villages and 9 lighthouses.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Sites are there in Marche?

The places we list belong to: The system of Italian-style condominio theatres of the 18th and 19th centuries in Central Italy.

Which historic places in Marche can you visit for free?

Free entry (always, or on the first Sunday of the month) at Galleria nazionale delle Marche (Urbino), National Archaeological Museum of the Marches (Ancona), Rocca Roveresca (Senigallia), Museo Tattile Statale Omero (Ancona) and Archaeological Park of Urbs Salvia (Urbisaglia) and 14 more. Check the conditions on the official website.