3 May 2026: free entry to state archaeological sites and museums in

Free entry to state archaeological sites and museums - 3 May 2026

Date: 3 May 2026 — free admission for the whole day.

On Sunday 3 May 2026 the Ministry of Culture offers free access to state museums and archaeological parks as part of the first-Sunday-of-the-month initiative. In Campania this allows visitors to explore major excavations, ancient villas and local museums without an admission fee.

Selected sites open in Campania

• Province of Naples
  • Archaeological Park of Pompeii (area and Antiquarium of Boscoreale)
  • Archaeological Park of Herculaneum
  • Phlegraean Fields Archaeological Park (Flavian Amphitheatre, Baia Castle, Baths of Baia, Cuma Park)
  • National Archaeological Museum of Naples
  • Royal Park of Capodimonte, Royal Palace, Crypta Neapolitana
  • Villa Floridiana, Villa Damecuta (Anacapri), Blue Grotto (Anacapri)
• Province of Caserta
  • Royal Palace of Caserta (Palace and Royal Park)
  • Campanian Amphitheatre of Santa Maria Capua Vetere
  • Archaeological museums of Capua, Calatia and Teanum Sidicinum
• Province of Salerno
  • Archaeological parks of Paestum and Velia (areas and museum)
  • National Archaeological Museum of Pontecagnano
  • Urban archaeological park of ancient Volcei and Picentia, Roman theatre of Sarno
• Avellino and Benevento
  • Aeclanum Archaeological Park
  • Archaeological area of the Italic Temple of Casalbore, Conza area
  • Roman theatre of Benevento and civic museums with archaeological collections

Practical information

• Opening hours: access follows each site's regular opening hours; check the official site for updates before visiting.
• Reservations: some sites require mandatory reservation even for free entry. It is recommended to book in advance through official channels or the dedicated app.
• Visitor tips: arrive early to avoid queues, carry an identity document if requested, wear comfortable shoes and follow staff instructions to protect cultural heritage.

This initiative is a great chance to rediscover Campania's archaeological heritage: before leaving, consult the official pages of the sites you plan to visit for details on schedules, suggested routes and access procedures.