The Archaeological Museum of Pella is designed to be in continuous dialogue with the archaeological site that spreads out in front of it, elaborating on first impressions.
The first thing visitors encounter upon entrance is a roof tile marked “Pellis”, which identified the ruins unearthed in the excavation as the ancient Macedonian city of the same name, sparking international interest. As you advance inwards, the marble bust of Alexander the Great welcomes you to his birthplace, a rather modest introduction considering the explosion of treasures to follow.
Just above the ground floor, a balcony offers a panoramic view of the mosaic floors, as well as the reconstruction of a 5-meter wall with coloured plasterwork – all discovered in wealthy houses in Pella. The Museum is divided into five thematic sections, with the grave offerings holding a prominent spot.
Directions
58005, Pella
By intercity bus from Thessaloniki
By city bus from Giannitsa
45–60 minutes from Thessaloniki
10–15 minutes from Giannitsa
Opening hours
April 1 – October 31
Monday: 08:00 – 20:00
Tuesday: 12:00 – 20:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 20:00
Thursday: 08:00 – 20:00
Friday: 08:00 – 20:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 20:00
Sunday: 08:00 – 20:00
November 1 – March 31
Monday: 08:30 – 15:30
Tuesday: closed
Wednesday: 08:30 – 15:30
Thursday: 08:30 – 15:30
Friday: 08:30 – 15:30
Saturday: 08:30 – 15:30
Sunday: 08:30 – 15:30
The site remains closed on the following dates and public holidays: January 1, March 25, May 1, Easter Sunday, December 25 & 26.
Tickets
Full: €10.00
Reduced: €5.00
Amenities
Contact
Archaeological Museum of Pella
T: +30 23820 31160
E: pella.museum@gmail.com
Ephorate of Antiquities of Pella
T: +30 23810 24356
E: efapel@culture.gr