The Archaeological Museum of Athens showcases rare artifacts from the Archaic to Roman periods, including statues, frescoes, weapons, ornate cups, and other objects depicting scenes from Greek mythology and Aegean culture.
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Athens National Archaeological Museum
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Athens National Archaeological Museum
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Athens National Archaeological Museum
The Archaeological Museum of Athens showcases rare artifacts from the Archaic to Roman periods, including statues, frescoes, weapons, ornate cups, and other objects depicting scenes from Greek mythology and Aegean culture.
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Duration: Valid for 12 hours
Guide: Multilingual audio guide
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Duration: Valid for 12 hours
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Duration: Flexible
Guide: Multilingual audio guide
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Guide: Multilingual audio guides
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Spanning over 3000 years of Egyptian history, this collection showcases intricately decorated coffins like that of Nesi-Hensu, a priest’s wife, statues of gods and goddesses such as Isis and Osiris, several papyrus scrolls with spells from the Book of the Dead, and ushabti figurines meant to serve the dead in the afterlife.
Step back into the Bronze Age where the Mycenean civilization thrived in Greece between 3200 to 1100 BC. Look out for the gold mask of Agamemnon, which was once used to cover the face of this deceased Mycenean king, Vapheio cups with scenes of bull-taming, and Linear B tablets, one of the earliest forms of Greek scripture.
The Cycladic Islands were known for their minimalist pottery and figurines of fertility goddesses, often depicted with folded arms. You will also find marble bowls, decorated with incised patterns, a trademark of Cycladic craftsmen. Look out for a harp player figurine, a rare glimpse into the musical practices of that period.
The Neolithic pottery, often infused with geometric patterns, symbolized their transition from a nomadic lifestyle to a settled way of life. You will find axes, chisels, and other metal tools, showcasing their welding prowess. You will also notice small figurines of humans and animals together, which most likely were a part of religious rituals.
The National Archaeological Museum Athens’ sculpture collection includes the earliest statues of kouroi (men) and korai (women), which were built as grave offerings. The bronze statue of Poseidon of Cape Artemision reflected the sharp angles and dynamic poses of the Classical era. The Jockey of Artemision reflected the Hellenistic period’s focus on realism.
This collection includes household items, weapons, and farming tools and provides insights into the daily lifestyle and technological advancements of the ancient Greeks. Look out for their Antikythera mechanism, the world’s first analog computer. Here, you will also find larger-than-life metal statues of popular gods like Zeus and Poseidon.
Period: Around 323 BC to 31 BC
Significant artifacts: Terracotta figurines, including warriors, gods, animals, and everyday people
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Period: Starting from the 5th century BC
Significant artifacts: Venus de Milo, Discobolus, and the Doryphoros
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Period: Around 510 BC to 323 BC
Significant artifacts: Letters, portraits, and personal items of notable members of society
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Period: Around 1200 BC
Significant artifacts: Vases painted with scenes from heroic epics, ancient manuscripts, Renaissance paintings, and modern adaptations of the Odyssey
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Closed on: 1 January, 25 March, 1 May, Easter Sunday, 25, and 26 December
Duration of visit: 3 to 4 hours
Best time to visit: mid-June to mid-October
Address: 28is Octovriou, Athina, 106 82, Greece
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The Acropolis is a symbol of Athenian power and artistic achievements. Look out for the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess, situated on the top of the hill, overlooking the entire city. Here, you can skip ahead of long ticketing lines with fast-track access tickets.
Acropolis skip-the-line ticketsSituated off the coast of Cape Sounion, the Temple of Poseidon is famously known for its fluted columns and balanced proportions. The archaeological site of Cape Sounion also offers beautiful sunsets and scenic views of the Aegean Sea and the islands off the Saronic Gulf.
Temple of Poseidon ticketsThe Temple of Olympian Zeus was completed in Roman times and once boasted towering columns, of about 1.8 meters. The temple also once had a colossal ivory and gold statue of King Zeus. Despite neglect in the following centuries, it has retained a majority of its former glory.
Temple of Zeus ticketsThe Ancient Olympia is a sprawling complex, where several contenders from across Greece competed for glory every four years. In other words, it was the birthplace of the Olympian Games. The site also houses the Temple of Hera, the Palaestra, and the Museum of Olympia.
Ancient Olympia ticketsEnjoy priority entry access with the Athens National Archaeological Museum entry tickets. The ticket also includes an audio guide app to help you know more about the museum’s exhibits, If you wish to explore the take a stroll around the Plaka neighborhood beside the museum, you can upgrade your ticket to include the Plaka audio guide app.
It is best to book National Archaeological Museum Athens tickets online to secure guaranteed access and ensure priority entry to the museum. Online ticket bookings also help you save time and money. You can not only avoid long ticketing queues but also enjoy complimentary inclusions like an audio guide app with these entry tickets.
Yes, if you book National Archaeological Museum Athens tickets online, you can enjoy reduced prices, complimentary add-ons, and flexible cancellation policies. The museum’s entry tickets also include an audio guide app. Use the museum’s free Wi-Fi to download the audio guide and have an informative experience strolling through its exhibits.
The National Archaeological Museum Athens has around 11,000 exhibits spanning across the Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, and Roman periods. These artifacts are categorized into groups like the Egyptian collection, Mycenae collection, and metalworks collection, and displayed on the basement and the first floor. Look out for the Gold Mask of Agamemnon, the Mycenae Warrior Vase, the Antikythera mechanism, and the marble and bronze statues of Olympian gods and goddesses to learn more about Greek heritage.
The National Archaeological Museum Athens is open from 1pm to 8pm on all Tuesdays of the year, between 8:30am and 3:30pm from 1 November to 31 March, from 9am to 4pm from 1 April to 13 May, and from 8am to 8pm from 14 May to 31 October.
The Athens National Archaeological Museum is located close to the historic Plaka neighborhood on 28is Octovriou, Athina, 106 82, Greece. The museum has a colossal Neoclassical facade at the entrance. The galleries are located on the eastern side of the vast campus-like inside. The museum also has a cafe and garden for visitors.
Board any bus between 022, 14, A7, A8, B11, B9, B5, 224, 605, 622, and 608 to reach Polytechnio. The bus stop is a few minutes away from the museum. The M1 and M2 lines also go towards the Athens Archaeological Museum. Get down at Victoria if you are traveling along the Green Line and at Omonia along the Red Line. You can also choose trolleybuses between 2,3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, and 14 to reach the ‘National Archaeological Museum’ stop.
Yes, the National Archaeological Museum Athens is accessible to visitors with limited mobility, and hearing difficulties, as well as guests with partial and full vision loss. The museum's side entrance on Vasileos Irakliou is specially reserved for visitors in wheelchairs. There are ramps and elevators connecting every storied level. The museum also has a special facility where visitors with vision loss can touch and feel up to 20 sculptures.
The Athens Archaeology Museum not only displays a wide range of artifacts but also provides information snippets below them for more context. Beyond that, the museum’s main highlight is its digital exhibitions with audio-guided tours, VR experiences, and reconstruction features. Experience what it must have been like on Odysseus’ ship sailing back to Athens and reconstruct the ruined sculptures to see what they might have looked like back in their glory days.
You can click pictures of most of the artifacts at the National Archaeological Museum Athens collection. Do not click pictures of objects with relevant signs and symbols. Be mindful of the information signs and do not take pictures of the restricted areas. Avoid flash photography, selfie sticks, drones, and tripods at all costs. You need to get permission from the museum authorities to film content for professional use.