Map of Antakya from above, Antioch (Antakya) Archaeological Museum marked with a wine glass

Museum · Antakya

Antioch (Antakya) Archaeological Museum

The world's largest mosaic museum houses a haunting 3rd-century skeleton mosaic clutching wine amphora—wine's eternal place at death's table.

What to do there

TourAntioch (Antakya) Archaeological MuseumAntioch was the Roman Empire's third-largest city and capital of the Eastern provinces. This museum houses one of the world's finest collections of Roman mosaics, including Bacchus and wine-themed floors from wealthy villas. Antioch was famous for its pleasure-seeking lifestyle and wine culture.

Places to see nearby

Landmark St. Peter's Cave Church Antakya's St. Peter's grotto was Christianity's first church, carved into stone where Apostle Peter preached.