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Overview

Travel back in time to Egnazia (or Gnathia), land of the Japigi, Messapi, and Greeks until the Roman era. Explore the Archaeological Park of Ancient Egnazia, with massive defensive walls and the Messapian necropolis, featuring decorated tombs. Discover the Via Traiana, the Civil Basilica with the Hall of the Three Graces, oriental deities, the cryptoporticus, and the Roman baths. Be amazed by the Episcopal Basilica and the Southern Basilica + mosaics. Archaeological Park closes at 12:30 PM, after which only the museum can be visited. Next, with your guide, visit the Giuseppe Andreassi National Archaeological Museum, near the Messapian necropolis. Discover the Bronze Age and the Messapian and Roman periods. Marvel at the marble head of the god Attis and the Mosaic of the Graces, renowned for their beauty. This private tour combines immersive storytelling, exclusive insights, and personalized guidance. Perfect for history and archaeology enthusiasts, revealing Apulia’s hidden treasures

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point with the local guide: outside Egnatia museum (Archaeological park) entry. The guide will have an identification badge around his neck

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Parco Archeologico di Egnazia
The Archaeological Park of Egnazia is a fascinating historic site located on the Adriatic coast of Puglia. Visitors can admire the massive defensive walls of the ancient city, the Messapian necropolis with decorated tombs, the remains of the Via Traiana, the Civil Basilica, the cryptoporticus, the Roman baths, and the ancient basilicas—witnesses to over a thousand years of history, from the indigenous Japigi and Messapi peoples to the Roman era. The park offers an immersive journey through the ruins, providing insight into the lives, culture, and beliefs of these ancient civilizations.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Museo Nazionale Archeologico di Egnazia ‘Giuseppe Andreassi'
The Giuseppe Andreassi National Archaeological Museum of Egnazia is located just outside the ancient city walls, near the Messapian necropolis. The museum houses artifacts spanning thirty-five centuries of history, from the Bronze Age to the Messapian and Roman periods. Highlights include the famous marble head of the god Attis and the Mosaic of the Graces, both remarkable for their artistic beauty. Through carefully curated exhibits and informative panels, the museum provides deep insight into the life, traditions, and beliefs of the ancient civilizations that once inhabited Egnazia.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Visit to the National Archaeological Museum

Explore the Messapian Necropolis, Via Traiana, and the Civil Basilica

Private walking tour of Egnazia ( Gnatia ) with licensed tour guide

Discover the Cryptoporticus, the Roman Baths, and the ancient Basilicas

Marvel at the artifacts from the Bronze Age through the Messapian and Roman periods

Visit to the Archaeological Park of Egnazia

Marvel at the Mosaic of the Graces

Exclusion

Entrance ticket: Archaeological Park ( before 12:30 PM ) + National Archaeological Museum of Gnatia

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Supplied by ITALYGONIA TRAVEL

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