Parco archeologico di Sepino
Archaeological area of the ancient Roman town of Saepinum, with forum, basilica, theatre and four gates, in Molise.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
Saepinum was a small Roman town linked to transhumance and wool production. It took its present form in the Augustan age, developing on an earlier Samnite settlement of the 4th century BC; its walls have four gates.
Only about a quarter of the town has been excavated. Visible structures include the forum, the basilica, public and private buildings, and places of entertainment. The theatre is one of the best-known elements: in the 18th century rural houses were built on its tiers, using the ancient structures as foundations, and today the museum is housed there.
The site also preserves medieval remains and 18th-century peasant houses. The Parco archeologico di Sepino was established by the Ministero della Cultura in 2021 and comprises the archaeological area and the Museo della città e del territorio.
Highlights
- Roman forum and basilica
- Theatre with 18th-century rural houses
- The town’s four gates
- Route outside the walls between Porta Terravecchia and Porta Bojano
- Museo della città e del territorio
- Operated by
- Ministero della Cultura – Parco archeologico di Sepino
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €10 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €2young people aged 18 to 25 |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 17 · Free admission from 0 to 18 years. |
The combined ticket (€10) covers the Altilia-Saepinum archaeological area and the Museo della città e del territorio; it can be bought online through the portal or the Musei Italiani app, or on site. A news item on the website dated 2 March 2026 states that admission has been temporarily free since 1 March 2026 because of PNRR works, with no end date given. Fidelity Card €20 (valid for one year), available at the information desk.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The ongoing PNRR works aim to remove architectural barriers and improve physical and cognitive accessibility. Visitors with disabilities are asked to contact the park by phone or email; assistance for disabled visitors is listed among the services.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
The site is about 20 km south of Campobasso, on the SS87 towards Benevento.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| Audio guide | yes |
| Good to know | Services listed include audio guides, guided tours, marked routes, multimedia points, guides and catalogues. A digital tour with an online map, digital content and themed routes is also available via the Musei Italiani app. |
