National Archaeological Museum of Abruzzo
Museo archeologico nazionale d'Abruzzo
An archaeological museum in the Villa Frigerj in Chieti, whose highlight is the 6th-century BC 'Warrior of Capestrano' statue.
The museum occupies a neoclassical villa in Chieti's city park. Its collection includes artefacts from across Abruzzo, such as objects from the ancient Italic peoples, Roman sculptures and coins. The most famous piece is the 'Warrior of Capestrano', a limestone statue more than 2 metres tall of a warrior wearing a wide-brimmed helmet. It is regarded as a symbol of Abruzzo and is displayed alone in a dark gallery. Admission is about 4 to 8 euros, and the museum is closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 08:30–19:30
Nearby sights
- Chieti Old Town
- Birthplace of Gabriele D'Annunzio
- Museo delle Genti d'Abruzzo
- Corso Manthonè Old Town
- Pineta Dannunziana
- Ponte del Mare
- Pescara Lungomare & Beaches
- Guardiagrele