MarTa Archaeological Museum Taranto tour: very impressive great gold artifacts

4.5(41)2 hFree cancellationBy ITALYGONIA TRAVEL

About this activity

Step into history as your guide leads you through the National MarTa Archaeological Museum of Taranto, home to extraordinary collections of ancient art. The rooms host monumental tombs, soft stone carvings, necropolis pottery, and dazzling gold artifacts, showcasing the richness of past civilizations.

Begin the tour in galleries dedicated to marble sculptures from the Hellenistic period. Continue to sections with sculptures, mosaics, and inscriptions from public & private buildings. Admire the Carparo stone heads of the Roman era. Explore the pottery exhibit, featuring works from the Necropolis—pink clay vases with black figures depicting mythological and athletic scenes.

The highlight of the museum is the Ori of Taranto (Golds of Taranto) room, containing Greek-crafted gold objects, including the diadem & silver case of Princess Opaka Sabaleidas from Canosa. Conclude your tour with Roman mosaics, terracotta tools, and the numismatic collection, a true treasure of ancient artistry.

What's included

✓Discover the marble sculptures and mosaics
✓Discover the numismatic collection
✓Admire the Carparo stone heads from the Roman era.
✓Private walking tour of MarTa Archaeological Museum Taranto with licensed tour guide
✓Marvel at the Golds of Taranto, the diadem, and the silver case of Princess Opaka Sabaleidas.

Not included

✕Ticket to the MarTa Archaeological Museum Taranto

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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