Locri Archeology Museum and Site

Locri has a very long history, going back to a thriving Greek colony whose long-lasting remains can still be seen. The ancient Greek city of Locri Epizephiri was founded in the 8th century BC and extended along the seacoast as well as into the hills.

Today you can see the remains of the Ionic temple in the area called Marasa', along with a sanctuary of Persephone, an impressive Greco-Roman theater, and a necropolis. The area known as "centocamere" (a hundred rooms) was the artisan quarter. Once-opulent Roman villas remain, too, with their incredible mosaic floors and archways. Most of ancient Locri Epizefiri is still underground, however, its mysteries and culture still hidden below the surface waiting to be excavated.

The adjacent museum contains the many artifacts from the site to admire the incredible handiwork and advanced culture of Magna Grecia.

Hours: From 9:00 AM til 8:00 PM daily; closed Mondays.