Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Widest collection of ancient Greek art
- Largest Greek museum
Time required: 90 minutes
Phone: +30 210 82 17 724
Web site: http://www.namuseum.gr/w...
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| April 1 - Oct 31, Tue - Sun: | 8am - 7:30pm |
| April 1 - Oct 31, Mon: | 12:30pm - 7pm |
| Nov 1 - March 31, Tue - Sun: | 8:30am - 3pm |
| Nov 1 - March 31, Mon: | 1:30pm - 8pm |
| Public holidays: | Closed |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | 7 € |
| Reduced: | 3 € |
Public transport:
- Green Metro Line: Victoria station
Address: 44 Patission Street, Athens 10682
Photos: (see more photos)
Photo: Tilemahos Efthimiadis
Things you need to know:
- The National Archaeological Museum is the largest Greek museum. Its rich collection includes the most important Greek artifacts from prehistory to late antiquity
- Originally it was opened to house the finds from the 19th c. Athenian excavations. Later finds from all over Greece were brought here
- More than 11.000 exhibits are on display including prehistoric and antique sculptures, vases, pottery, minor objects and more
- It is housed in an imposing end of 19th century neoclassical building
What to do there:
- Discover the museum to see the richest collection of artifacts from Greek antiquity worldwide
- The highlights include famous works from the great Bronze Age cultures described by Homer to the Golden Age of Classical Athens and beyond
Tips & Insights:
- You will get an orientation map with your entrance ticket. It will guide you through the well marked galleries of the museum
- Free admission to the museum on the first Sunday of April, May, June, September and October
