All the information you need to plan your visit to the Archaeological Parks of Maremma: find out what to see, opening hours, itineraries, available services, and tips for enjoying a unique experience among the ancient Etruscan and Roman cities of Cosa, Vetulonia, and Roselle.
The Archaeological Park of Cosa preserves the 273 BC Roman colony and its cyclopean walls, featuring a museum at Porta Fiorentina and a route through ancient houses, baths, and the Forum that leads up the Via Sacra to the Arce for views of Argentario and Orbetello.
The National Archaeological Museum of Cosa is closed from January 7, 2026, until next spring for renovation work. The Archaeological Park is open during its usual hours (Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., last admission at 4:30 p.m.).
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing time
Notes
The Archaeological Park of Cosa remains closed to the public in the event of a red/orange weather alert.
Archaeological Park of Cosa
Via delle Ginestre – 58015 Orbetello (GR)
Please note that during orange/red weather alerts, parks, gardens, and outdoor archaeological sites will be closed to the public to ensure safety conditions. During yellow weather alerts, parks and gardens may be closed.
Educational activities for adults and children are organized on special holidays and occasions. For information on procedures and costs, and for reservations:
00 39 0564 881421 | 335 1471086
pa-maremma@cultura.gov.it
Available free of charge at the ticket office
Admission possible by contacting staff.
Staff can be reached at the following contact details:
pa-maremma@cultura.gov.it
0039 0564 881421 | 335 1471086
Inaugurated in 1981 through a collaboration between Italy and the American Academy in Rome, the expanded National Archaeological Museum of Cosa displays finds ranging from the port to the necropolis, including notable temple decorations and a unique skeleton of a young woman with celiac disease.
The National Archaeological Museum of Cosa is closed from January 7, 2026, until next spring for renovation work. The Archaeological Park is open during its usual hours (Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., last admission at 4:30 p.m.).
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing time
Ticket office closes: 30 minutes before closing time
Notes
Closed to the public in the event of an orange/red weather alert.
National Archaeological Museum of Cosa
Via delle Ginestre 35 – 58015 Orbetello (GR)
Guided tours available upon reservation
PEO pa-maremma@cultura.gov.it
TEL 0039 0564 881421 | 335 1471086
Maps available free of charge at the ticket office
Free parking for visitors
Located ten kilometers from Grosseto near the Ombrone River, the Roselle Archaeological Park tells the story of an Etruscan city founded in the 7th century BC that evolved into a Roman center with walls, a forum, and an amphitheater before its eventual abandonment in 1138.
Please note that in the event of a weather alert (yellow/orange/red), the archaeological site may be closed to the public.
pa-maremma@cultura.gov.it
https://cultura.gov.it/agevolazioni
Last admission: 45 minutes before closing time
Ticket office closing time: 45 minutes before closing time
Roselle Archaeological Park
Strada dei Ruderi – 58040 Grosseto (GR)
Perched at 340 meters above the ancient Lake Prile, the Vetulonia Archaeological Park features Etruscan settlements and monumental tombs along a route through Scavi Città, Costia de’ Lippi, and Costa Murata, concluding at the Via dei Sepolcri with the famous Belvedere, Diavolino II, and Pietrera tombs.
The Tomb of Diavolino II is temporarily closed. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Please note that in the event of an orange/red weather alert, the parks, gardens, and outdoor archaeological sites managed by the Regional Directorate of Museums of Tuscany will be closed to the public to ensure safety conditions. In the event of a yellow weather alert, parks and gardens may be closed.
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing time
Vetulonia Archaeological Park
Via case di Siena – 58043 Castiglione della Pescaia (GR)
Free admission
pa-maremma@cultura.gov.it
0039 3316216340
Maps available at the entrance
Admission possible by contacting staff
Staff can be contacted at the following addresses:
pa-maremma@cultura.gov.it
0039 331 6216340