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.
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).
Relief map, tactile model or audio device description available at the reception
Rates
From 1 April 2026 to 29 June 2027
From 1 April 2026 to 29 June 2027
AdultAdmission: €4 / Guided tour: €4 in addition to admission / Workshop: €5
From €4.00 to €9.00
Reduced priceFree admission for tour guides and cardholders: Students, Education Pass, ICOM, Press, CMI.
Guided tour: €4
Workshop: €5
€4.00
ChildAdmission and guided tour: free, upon presentation of valid ID, for visitors under 18 (accompanied by an adult) / Workshops: €5
€5.00
Group adultsFor groups of 10 or more paying guests
Admission plus the guided tour for organized groups is €7 per person (€3 for admission + €4 for the guided tour)