National Archaeological Museum

Archaeological museum · Exarhia

National Archaeological Museum

Archaeological museum · Exarhia

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28is Oktovriou 44, Athina 106 82, Greece

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Dive into the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, where stunning ancient Greek artifacts, from gold masks to intricate sculptures, bring history to life.  

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28is Oktovriou 44, Athina 106 82, Greece Get directions

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28is Oktovriou 44, Athina 106 82, Greece Get directions

+30 21 3214 4800
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The Best Places to Visit in Greece | Vogue

"The capital city of Greece, known for its ancient ruins and museums lined with artifacts, appealing to history enthusiasts." - Nicole Kliest

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"The starting point of the Mediterranean cruise, offering ancient history and vibrant culture."

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Art and Culture in Athens

"The National Archaeological Museum is Greece’s biggest museum, with over 11,000 items from the Neolithic to the Classical era. Statues, gold jewelry, weapons, and pottery are displayed in 65 thematic rooms, so ready yourself to spend many hours here. To make the most of your experience, we recommend the audio tour. Τhe exhibits that stand out are the gold mask from a Mycenaean royal tomb, a fully preserved maiden statue, the real-life size racehorse statue, and the first analog computer. Thanks to its central location, close to the Omonia metro station, the people of Athens regularly frequent the museum’s café, tucked away inside a lush urban garden. Occasionally, the café hosts temporary exhibitions and cultural events." - MATADOR_NETWORK

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"There are dozens of archaeological museums in Greece, but this is easily the biggest and best. Over 11,000 exhibits—including golden death masks, larger-than-life bronze gods and black-and-terracotta pottery—provide a panorama of Greek civilization from prehistory to late antiquity. Standouts are the Antikythera Mechanism, the world’s first analog computer, which lay under the sea for 2000 years, and enchanting wall paintings of boxers and blue monkeys from Santorini, buried under volcanic ash around 1600 B.C.E. Although the curation is somewhat old-fashioned, the collection is truly one-of-a-kind and requires several hours (if not several days) to explore. Afterwards, have an iced coffee among the ethereal statues in the walled garden."

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Kyra Vinet

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One of the top museums I’ve ever been to, not only for the amazing collection of ancient artifacts from the Greeks, Romans and even Egyptians, but for the overall experience. Large bags need to be left at the front, they give you a key you need to keep and give back when your visit is over to retrieve your bags. Museum is humongous, I stayed here around 3 hours but I could have easily spent my entire afternoon there. Very clean, and there was even a cafe inside with a garden to sit and eat. This is a must do if you got to Athens!

Eugene R

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Most interesting archaeological museum in Greece. They have so many different exhibits form different eras. Very interesting. Buy ticket online If you don’t want stay in the line. Prepare to spend at least minimum 2 hours. Museum has two floors. Easy to navigate. 100% worth to visit. Price $14 for adults, kids free. We was there on Tuesday and museum was open from 1 PM. Lot of people waited and we spend 10-15 minutes before gone inside even we bought ticket online.

Festus Ifiti jr

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The national archeological museum was an education to me. There were quite a few artifacts that I've seen in pictures and documentaries such as the Mask of Agamemnon and the bronze sculptures. It was nice to see them in the flesh. There were Greek artifacts from different periods. Roman artifacts from different periods as well as Egyptian. I didn't feel overwhelmed by what I saw, the museum is a good size and if I needed somebody to explain there's a few guides ready to help. Or you can buy an audio guide and go at your own pace. There's also a cafe and a garden on the ground floor which serves cakes, drinks and Greek food. The national archeological museum is fantastic. I highly recommend this place 😊

Antonis M.

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Archaeological museum in Athens.. a massive museum.. full of stuff inside..be ready for a minimum 3 hours visit there if you want to see everything that they have to offer to the visitors. 12 euros the entrance and many tourists today that it was Monday ... Be ready and maybe to go early to visit it.. I was surprised in a good way today that I visited this museum.. very interesting ancient stuff you can see there. ..

Jacob C Von Seth

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This is a great option to escape the summer heat. We walked right in on a weekday with no line. My wife is not really a fan of museums, but she loved it. It's special seeing artifacts that I remember from high school history class 20+ years ago. I would strongly suggest downloading an audio guide. It really adds to the experience. If you are in Athens and haven't visited here yet, do it and you won't be disappointed.

manjari jha

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The museum is well managed. It has wide collection from Greek, Roman to Egyptian. You will need 4-5 hours for a detailed tour. Free voice guides are available inside the museum but everything is displayed in great detail. The basement floor has WC and a small garden cafe with few sculpture, fresco and wall art. See, learn, do not touch anything and clicking picture without flash is allowed in all museums.

Cordelia Hoffmann

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Such an amazing museum. Descriptions of each item in both Greek and English, and pretty thorough descriptions at that. Such an amazing collection. My husband and I could've spent all day here. Just bummed that the gift shop was closed at the time we were here, as that was the shop I was most excited about in Athens. Guess I'll just have to come back some day!

Robert Rule

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Acropolis aside, this is absolutely the one place you must visit in Athens to get a good picture of ancient Greece. Awesome sculptures, ceramics and jewelry. Just be careful not to bump your head on the glass too hard, you will see off the alarm! 😅