Museo archeologico del territorio di Populonia, Piombino

Name: Museo archeologico del territorio di Populonia
Address: Piazza Cittadella, 8, Piombino, 57025, Italy
Telephone: +39 0565 226445

#3 among attractions in Piombino

Top attraction, Specialty museum, Museum, Archaeological museum

Museo archeologico del territorio di Populonia

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The Archaeological Museum of Populonia, opened in 2001 in the town of Piombino, Italy, contains artifacts from what was the ancient territory of Populonia during a period ranging from prehistory to late antiquity. The museum contains an active center of experimental archaeology with a focus on the processing of ceramics and stone. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 42°55'24"N, 10°31'20"E

Address

Piazza Cittadella, 8Piombino 57025 Italy

Contact

+39 0565 226445

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Museo archeologico del territorio di Populonia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo archeologico del territorio di Populonia open?

Museo archeologico del territorio di Populonia is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday closed
Friday closed
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museo archeologico del territorio di Populonia?

Nearby attractions include Cappella della Cittadella, Piombino (1 min walk), Church of the Immaculate, Piombino (3 min walk), Porto Antico di Piombino, Piombino (4 min walk), Chiesa di Sant'Antimo sopra i Canali, Piombino (5 min walk).

How to get to Museo archeologico del territorio di Populonia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo archeologico del territorio di Populonia:

Train

Piombino (13 min walk)
Piombino Marittima (31 min walk)

Ferry

Molo 8 (32 min walk)