All open air museums to visit in Italy

Experience history come to life at open-air museums in Italy. These museums feature historical buildings, reenactments, and interactive exhibits in an outdoor setting.

Are you interested in experiencing history firsthand? These are the best open air museums in Italy:

  1. Museo Archeologico al Teatro Romano1

    Museo Archeologico al Teatro Romano

     Verona
    Come and see what remained of a Roman theater which foundation dates back to the 1st century BC. It is also a great place to get some panoramic views of the city. In summer, the theater serves as an open venue for concerts and other shows. There is also an archeological museum here, offering its vi
  2. Fuseum2

    Fuseum

     Perugia
    The Fuseum is a unique house museum located in the picturesque city of Perugia, on the hill of Montemalbe. It is dedicated to the works of the artist Brajo Fuso. The museum is a personal project of the artist, realized with the encouragement of his wife Bettina (Elisabetta Rampielli). The name 'Fuseum' is a fusion of the Latin word 'museum' and the surname 'Fuso'.
  3. Arte Sella3

    Arte Sella

     Borgo Valsugana
    Arte Sella is an international contemporary art exhibition that was initiated in 1986. It is held outdoors in the meadows and forests of Val di Sella, located in the municipality of Borgo Valsugana in the province of Trento. This unique setting allows visitors to experience art in a natural environment, providing a distinctive blend of culture and nature.
  4. Baratti and Populonia Archaeological Park4

    Baratti and Populonia Archaeological Park

     Piombino
    The Baratti and Populonia Archaeological Park is situated in the municipality of Piombino. It spans approximately 80 hectares, stretching from the slopes of the Piombino promontory to the coast on the Gulf of Baratti. This expansive park offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance, making it an ideal destination for those interested in both nature and archaeology.
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    Opera Bosco Museo di Arte nella Natura

     Calcata Vecchia
    Opera Bosco Museo di Arte nella Natura is an experimental open-air contemporary art museum. It was founded by artist Anne Demijttenaere in collaboration with Costantino Morosin. This unique museum offers a different perspective on art, where the natural environment becomes an integral part of the artwork.
  6. MAB - Museo all'Aperto Bilotti6

    MAB - Museo all'Aperto Bilotti

     Cosenza
    The Museo all'Aperto Bilotti (MAB) in Cosenza is a project that was born out of the artworks donated by Carlo Bilotti to the municipality of Cosenza. This open-air museum is a testament to Bilotti's generosity and his desire to make 20th-century art accessible to the public. The museum is located along Corso Mazzini, a pedestrian area in the city, making it an ideal setting for showcasing these precious works of art.
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    Open Air Museum Italo Bolano

     Portoferraio
    Walk across the valley and admire the artworks of a great Elba sculptor Italo Bolano. Visit his museum of contemporary art, too.