Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae)

Here is the magnificent tomb of Philip II as well as the famous golden urn and other valuable personal belongings of the great King of the Macedonians. The unique frescoes like the vivid representation of the Abduction of Persephone, reveal the achievements in the arts and painting during the years of reign of the glorious Macedonian Kingdom.

Stunning place, recreated in the same underground tomb where it was discovered. Extraordinary, detailed recreation of a myriad pieces found. Perhaps the best designed museum in Greece.

One of the best museums we ever visited! And we visited a lot! Presentation, location, historical significance, atmosphere! And artefacts!! Just WOW! The whole story... It's like it's all just a myth! But it's real!! And unfolding in front of your eyes - in such a unbelievable beauty, preserved like it's untouched... One of these things needed to be seen to be believed - and when you see it, it's almost unbelievable :D

I visited the site of the Royal Tombs of Aigai in Vergina and the nearby museum, which is located about one kilometer away: I started from the underground complex, where I spent an hour and a half among burial chambers adorned with frescoes and grave goods such as jewelry, ceremonial weapons, and pottery, which showcase the craftsmanship and religiosity of the Macedonians in conceiving the passage to the afterlife and a short introductory video that contextualizes the archaeological discoveries. Afterwards, I reached the separate Museum, dedicating about an hour to its exploration: the spaces are organized with essential captions and 3D reconstructions. For Italians over 18, the ticket costs 20 euros per person, while those under eighteen enter for free; the price may seem high, but it includes access to all rooms and enriches the visit with multimedia insights. Also included in the price is a museum detached from the tomb structure, located roughly 1 km away. I appreciated the cleanliness and the calibrated lighting that highlights the details of the artifacts, even though at first it may seem a bit excessive (the rooms are completely dark except for the area where the artifacts are to be admired), without causing discomfort to the eyes, and the accessible path with multilingual panels (English, Greek). I recommend inquiring privately for a guide, if you want one, because the facility does not provide it. Overall, it is a vivid and engaging

The tombs were such a welcomed surprise with amazing underground museum, where the archaeologists had found the tombs, their discoveries were breathtaking. I think the images speak for themselves.

The museum was magnificent and so worthy of recognition. The displayed items were unlike anything I have ever seen in any museum before. Fantastic collection of exquisite artefacts accompanied by decent descriptions. A proper explanation is given of burial practices in ancient Greece/Macedonia. Staff were super friendly too. There is a small but sufficiently stocked coffee shop & clean restrooms. The €20 ticket price includes entry to the just as fabulous Polycentric Museum of Aigai.

An impressive museum build into a burial mound with a well designed series of displays that uncover the treasures and tomb of Phillip II (Alexander the Greats Father) and other notable Macedonian royalty. The museum has beautiful displays of the treasures from the tombs.

The museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai is one of the more remarkable museums anywhere in the world. In situ, beautifully done, remarkable treasures on display. We visited on a weekday and there was hardly anyone there. For a while on our approach I thought we were in the wrong place so few people seemed to be around. Cost of entry is 20 which includes this museum and the Polycentric Museum of Aigai which is a 4 minute drive away. The Royal Tombs include Alexander The Great's father, Philip II of Macedon. There are numerous treasures on display including gold funeral masks, weaponry, ceremonial armor, and wall paintings. This is Macedonian art and culture from the 4th century BCE. What a delight to be able to see such treasures. NOTE: The tomb of Philip II of Macedon was discovered intact in 1977 by archaeologist Manolis Andronikos and his team.