National Archaeological Museum of Crotone

The National Archaeological Museum of Crotone is housed within a building situated on a sixteenth-century fortification near Charles V Castle, occupying two floors of exhibition space. The collection contains more than 800 objects recovered from the ancient city of Kroton and neighboring settlements scattered across the surrounding territory.

The museum opened in 1968 to preserve artifacts from the ancient Greek city of Kroton, which was founded in the eighth century BC. The collections trace the settlement patterns and cultural development of this coastal region over several centuries of inhabitation.

The displays feature objects from the ancient Greek settlement of Kroton and surrounding communities, revealing how people lived and practiced their beliefs in this region. The items on view reflect local crafts, trade connections, and the daily routines of inhabitants who occupied this coastal area.

The museum is accessible to visitors with mobility needs and allows for comfortable viewing of the exhibits on both floors. A restoration laboratory on the premises offers insight into how archaeological objects are carefully conserved and cleaned.

The collection includes a rare Nuragic bronze boat and a golden diadem discovered at the sanctuary of Hera Lacinia at Cape Colonna, pieces that offer a glimpse into less-known aspects of local craftsmanship. These two treasures come from different periods and illustrate the range of cultural production found throughout the region.

Location: Crotone

Official opening: May 1968

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Phone: +39096223082390962905625

Email: pm-cal.crotone@beniculturali.it

Website: https://musei.calabria.beniculturali.it/musei?mid=82&nome=museo-archeologico-nazionale-di-crotone

GPS coordinates: 39.08020,17.13111

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58