Explore UNESCO World Heritage in East Serbia: Meet Ancient Palace Felix Romuliana and its Mysteries

Uncover the “off the beaten path” Roman palace Felix Romuliana and find out more about its intriguing founder Emperor Galerius. Discover more hidden treasures of East Serbia with a local guide by your side, away from the tourist crowds.

Tour in a Glance

What to Expect From the Tour to Felix Romuliana in 2024

Discover the magic of UNESCO listed site – Felix Romuliana, on this private tour, a haven for archaeology enthusiasts. Explore the unparalleled beauty of Europe’s most pristine Roman imperial palace, still unspoiled by crowds. Enjoy a day filled with unique experiences, from wandering the ancient site to visiting a top-notch national museum and catching a glimpse of mysterios pyramid shaped Rtanj Mountain. If you are intrigued by Rtanj Mountain, try our Hike Rtanj Pyramid tour.

Highlights

• Discover the secrets of UNESCO listed Felix Romuliana, Europe’s best-preserved imperial palace without the hustle and bustle of mass tourism, immersing yourself in ancient history at your own pace.

• Gain fascinating insights from your guide into the life of Emperor Galerius, from his ambitious construction of Felix Romuliana to the mysteries surrounding his reign and  enigmatic legacy.

• Connect with the rich heritage of East Serbia as you explore the charming town of Zaječar and its exceptional museum, home to a treasure of artifacts from Felix Romuliana.

• Marvel at the panoramic views of the picturesque Rtanj Mountain, with its iconic pyramidal silhouette and mysterios legends.

Tour Flow

#YourSerbiaHost will pick you up from your Belgrade accommodation in the morning (usual start time is 9am). From Belgrade to Felix Romuliana you’ll travel partly on a highway through the valley of Morava River. The valley is known as the only natural passage through the Balkan peninsula.

Felix Romuliana is the palace constructed for Roman Emperor Galerius in the IV century AD. It’s located in the middle of corn fields, close to nearby village Gamzigrad in East Serbia. During the site visit you’ll learn why the Emperor named the palace Felix Romuliana. Was he ever able to live in his luxurious palace? The guide will share stories about why he was remembered as a brutal  Christian prosecutor, and what kind of horrible disease was the cause of his death. You’ll see the location of the nearby hill Magura where both him and his mother were apotheosized.

From Gamzigrad you’ll continue to Zaječar – a lovely local town with an excellent museum which holds original findings from the Felix Romuliana site. The items which couldn’t be preserved in the open were relocated here, such as floor mosaics, statues, decorations, etc . This museum is often regarded as an unexpected highlight of the tour. You’ll also learn a bit about the local history with a walk through the exhibition from prehistory to modern times.

For lunch we will take you to a local restaurant to try some East Serbia cooking.

After lunch you’ll head to Belgrade directly. Usual drop off time is around 6pm.

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