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Guided Tour of The Ruins of Empúries

Ancient stone ruins of Empúries with trees in the background under a blue sky.
Statue among ancient stone ruins at Empúries, surrounded by trees.
Ancient stone columns and wall at the Ruins of Empúries, Spain.
Ancient stone ruins of Empúries with sea and trees in the background, Costa Brava, Spain.

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Discover the Ruins of Empúries where the two ancient civilizations of the Greek city of Emporium and the Roman city of Emporiae unite.

    • Take a guided tour and uncover the mysteries of Ampurias, the most visited archaeological site in Catalonia.

    • Discover ancient Greek and Roman life at the Archaeology Museum of Catalonia through fascinating artifacts.

    • Visit the ruins of the temple of the god Serapis and the temple of Asclepius, the god of medicine.

    • Admire the stunning Roman mosaics decorating the floor of the 2,000-year-old house along with beautiful depictions of nature and mythological scenes on-site.

    • Did you know? Empúries was founded by Greek colonists from Phocaea in Asia Minor around 575 BC, making it one of the oldest Greek settlements in Spain.

    • Entrance to the Ruins of Empúries

    • Guided tour

    • Audio Guide
  • Deze tickets kunnen niet geannuleerd of verschoven worden.

  • Walk in the Footsteps of Ancient Civilizations at Empúries

    Enter an invisible time portal as you explore the excavations of Empúries. You can visualize the ancient cities of Emporium and Emporiae coming to life before your eyes with the beautiful blue Mediterranean on the Gulf of Roses in the backdrop. Visiting the ruins has been made effortlessly simple due to the walkways and well-placed detailed placards in English and Spanish describing what each area was used for. It will take you around 2 hours to wander through the ruins and discover the rich history at the Archaeology Museum of Catalonia at Empúries where objects uncovered during the excavations are put up in a remarkable display, offering a glimpse into Greek and Roman lifestyle.

    Discover the Legacy of Roman and Greek Architecture

    As you walk amidst the remnants of the Roman city, you will find the Roman baths, the amphitheater, the forum, impressive mosaic floors of the houses and some of the city’s shops, and can very well imagine the city brimming with life. In the Greek city, you will come across the remains of the defensive walls, a temple, the public square and market and the remains of the ancient port jetty when you walk down to the beach. You will also come across the ancient Greek sculpture of Asclepius, God of medicine . Towards the end, you can also take a dip into the sparkling blue waters of the Mediterranean.

  • Important Information

    • An ample amount of walking is involved in this activity with uneven terrain. Please wear comfortable shoes.

    • We recommend you bring along sunscreen and a hat.

    • Suitable for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility.

    • Some parts of the Roman city are not accessible for people in wheelchairs or who have difficulty walking due to stairs and the terrain.

    • The archeological site is dog-friendly. They must be on a leash for the safety of other visitors.

    • There is no onsite parking but affordable facilities are available nearby.

    Operating Hours

    Daily from 10 am to 8 pm

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    Meeting Point

    • Meet your guide at Girona Tour.

    • Address: Plaça de Catalunya, 12, 17004 Girona, Spain.

    • Landmark: Right next to the Gelateria La Gioconda ice cream parlor.

    Get Directions to the Meeting Point

    By Bus

    • The closest bus stop is Pl. Catalunya. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

    • Board buses L1, L7 or L11 to get you there.

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