Top Things to do in Pella
Countries
The 9 Best Things to do in Pella, Central Macedonia
Discover the best top things to do in Pella, Greece including Mount Paiko Cycle Routes, Mount Paiko, Archaeological Museum of Pella, Archaeological Site at Pella, Byzantine Castle of Chryssi, Mount Paiko Trails, Polythalamos Tafos, Chiesa degli Apostoli Pietro e Paolo, Agios Athanasios Church.
1. Mount Paiko Cycle Routes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. Mount Paiko
3. Archaeological Museum of Pella
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 228 reviews
Reviewed By Velouria101 - East Sussex, United Kingdom
We visited the site at Pella first to avoid being outdoors in the hottest part of the afternoon (it was 38 degrees) and didn't feel that was a disadvantage. This lovely museum brings the site into vivid life, packed with superb artefacts that are incredibly well-preserved (we loved the little figurines that still had their pigment after millennia in the ground) and very intimate - you get a real sense of life for the ordinary citizen, as well as the rich (who are of course well-represented with splendid and exquisite gold burial wreaths and jewellery. ). The standard of craftsmanship on even the most everyday objects is truly incredible. Sadly due to COVID having effectively killed off Greece's whole tourist season, we had the whole museum to ourselves, which though an incredible privilege also felt wrong. This place should be buzzing with visitors, and I'm sure that under normal circumstances it would be. A special mention to the lovely friendly lady in the museum cafeteria, who on top of our much-needed toasted sarnies, presented us with a delicious free plate of peaches and fresh figs, which were absolutely delicious. Thank you so much.
4. Archaeological Site at Pella
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By 190nancyv
Pay a visit to the museum first, to get to know more about the history of Pella as capital of the ancient Macedonian Kingdom, about Philip the II and Alexander the Great and then wander at the archaeological site where you can admire the beautiful mosaics and the energy of the ancient city. It 's only 40 km away from Thessaloniki, it would be a shame to miss such an opportunity. The site is especially lovely in Spring.
5. Byzantine Castle of Chryssi
6. Mount Paiko Trails
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
7. Polythalamos Tafos
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
