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Vergina – The Royal Tombs

Join us for a half-day tour to Vergina, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and burial place of Alexander the Great. Explore the royal tombs and the modern museum showcasing exceptional Macedonian treasures

Vergina, identified with ancient Aigai and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the first capital of ancient Macedonia. It was there that Philip II, father of Alexander the Great, was assassinated, and where Alexander was proclaimed king.

The small village of Vergina became world-famous following the discovery by Greek archaeologist Manolis Andronikos of the Royal Tombs, especially the tomb attributed to Philip II, believed to be the burial place of the Macedonian kings.

The underground museum, which displays Philip’s tomb in situ together with its remarkable contents, offers a unique combination of archaeological site and museum. Truly fit for a king, it is considered one of the most remarkable archaeological displays in Europe and one of the most important archaeological sites of Classical Greece.

Located approximately one hour from Thessaloniki, this remarkable archaeological site reveals the splendour of the Macedonian kings and the excellence of ancient Greek art. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire exceptional treasures dating back to the 4th century B.C., including golden wreaths, silver vessels, miniature sculptures, paintings, metalwork, and other masterpieces of ancient Greek craftsmanship.

The tour will also include a visit to the new museum, which presents a modern museological approach. Exhibits include parts of the magnificent palace, offerings from the sanctuary of Eukleia, remains from the palace complex, coins, and many more important findings.