Experience only the best of National Archaeological Museum

Explore at your own pace with app based storytelling that extends into Athens Old Town streets (As per Option).

• Everything you get: Entry to the National Archaeological Museum gives you access to all permanent exhibitions, from sculpture and pottery to metalwork. You can also visit the on site heritage museum shop to browse catalogs, books, replicas, and gifts during your visit.
• Upgrades: Upgrade your visit with Acropolis Museum entry, or add smartphone audio guides featuring museum and Athens city tours, offline maps, and curated exhibit highlights.
• Why choose this: Good fit if you like planning your own museum time, with no fixed tour slots or need to follow a group route.

Inclusions #

• Entry to National Archaeological Museum

• Entry to Acropolis Museum (as per the option selected)

• Access to all permanent exhibitions

• Access to Heritage Museum shop

• Self-guided smartphone audio tour (as per the option selected)

• Museum and city audio guides (as per the option selected)

• Athens Old Town city audio guide (as per the option selected)

• Offline content, text and maps (as per the option selected)

• List of exhibits, on request (as per the option selected)

Exclusions #

• Live guide

• Smartphone or headphones

• Food and drinks

• Transportation

What to bring

National Archaeological Museum

• Footwear: Wear comfortable shoes for walking through the museum galleries.
• Audio guide prep: Download the audio guide beforehand to avoid any network issues at the venue.
• Earphones: Bring your own earphones to enjoy the audio guide on your smartphone.

Acropolis Museum (as per option selected)

• Entry ticket: Carry your timed-entry ticket, either in digital form on your phone or printed out, for admission.
• Photo ID: Bring a valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking in case it is requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

National Archaeological Museum

• Flash photography: Do not use flash photography inside the museum.
• Pets: Do not bring pets to the museum, except for guide dogs.

Acropolis Museum (as per option selected)

• Large bags: Large purses, bags, and backpacks must be left in the cloakroom before entering the exhibition galleries.
• Food and drinks: Food and beverages are not permitted inside the exhibition galleries.
• Touching exhibits: Do not touch the museum exhibits.
• Photography and videography: Photography and video recording are not allowed in the Archaic Acropolis Gallery.
• Mobile phone use: Keep mobile phones on silent mode and avoid using them while touring the exhibition galleries.

Accessibility

National Archaeological Museum

• Mobility access: The museum is accessible for wheelchair users and visitors with prams or strollers.
• Guide dogs: Guide dogs are permitted inside the museum.

Acropolis Museum (as per option selected)

• Step-free access: Ramps for wheelchairs and strollers are available at all museum entrances.
• Accessible facilities: Elevators and accessible restrooms are available on all floors, and wheelchairs can be borrowed from the Visitor Services Desk.
• Accessible resources: Guide dogs are welcome, and a Braille museum guide is available in Greek and English.

Additional information

National Archaeological Museum

• Accessible entrance: Use the entrance on the side of Vas. Herakleiou Street, accessible via a ramp from the main façade or directly from the pavement.
• Free entry eligibility: Certain visitors are eligible for free entry when they present a valid ID card or passport.
• EU youth: Individuals up to 25 years old from EU member states are entitled to free entry.
• Young children: Children up to 5 years old from non-EU countries are entitled to free entry.
• Students over 25: Persons over 25 in secondary education or vocational schools from EU or EEA countries receive free entry with a valid attendance certificate.
• Accompanying educators: Accompanying teachers and learners on educational visits from EU or EEA institutions receive free entry.
• Social Solidarity Income: People entitled to Social Solidarity Income and their dependent family members receive free entry with their ID and eligibility certificate.

Acropolis Museum (as per option selected)

• Information desk: An Information Desk is located on the ground floor beside the Ticket Desk, with free museum maps available.
• Family facilities: A parents' room is available on the first floor, and a Kids Corner with digital games is located on the second floor.
• Family resources: Free family audio guides, family trails, and family backpacks are available for visitors.
• Visitor amenities: Strollers for small children can be borrowed free of charge from the cloakroom.

What to bring

Acropolis & Parthenon

• Have your passport, ID, and student ID ready for a seamless experience.
• Bring along your walking shoes, a bottle of water, sunscreen, and a hat for comfortable exploration.
• Stay ahead of the game, download the audio app beforehand to dodge any network glitches at the location.
• Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• Bring along comfortable shoes.
• Stay ahead of the game; download the audio guide beforehand to dodge any network glitches at the location.
• Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

What's not allowed

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

Acropolis & Parthenon

• This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers with the availability of additional routes and facilities.

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Acropolis & Parthenon

• The audio tours are not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation.
• The app and audio guides require around 200-250 MB of space on your device.
• Due to Greek Orthodox Good Friday observances, archaeological sites will have adjusted opening hours. Specifically, on Good Friday (3rd May 2024), sites will be open from noon until 6:00 pm. Orthodox Holy Saturday (4th May 2024) hours will be from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
• The Acropolis Museum offers free admission on March 6 (Melina Mercouri Day), March 25 (National Holiday), May 18 (International Day of Museums), and October 28 (National Holiday).

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• For people with disabilities, there is a separate entrance on the side of Vas. Herakleiou Street, accessed either by a ramp from the main view of the Museum or directly from the pavement of Vas. Herakleiou.

Inclusions #

Acropolis & Parthenon

• Access to Acropolis & Parthenon

• Access to Odeon of Herodes Atticus

• Access to Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus

• Athens City & Plaka audio guide in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• Entry to Athens National Archaeological Museum

• Plaka audio guide

• Entry to the National Archaeological Museum

Get insights into Greek artifacts in a private guided tour with commentary shaped around your interests and preferred pace.

• Everything you get: Entry ticket to the National Archaeological Museum, a 2-hour guided tour of key museum galleries, and explanations from a licensed archaeologist, in a private setting reserved only for your group to ask questions and set the pace on site.
• Why choose this: Get exclusive access to expert insights as you explore Greece’s renowned artifacts at your own pace. Hear the secrets of the Antikythera mechanism, the history behind the Venus of Milo, and fascinating details about the Mask of Agamemnon, all with personalized commentary tailored to your interests, perfect for history lovers and curious minds.

Inclusions #

• Entry to National Archaeological Museum

• 2-hour guided museum tour

• Private tour with licensed archaeologist

• Private tour, exclusive to your group

Exclusions #

• Gratuities/tips (optional)

What to bring

• Photo ID: Carry a government-issued photo ID matching the name on your booking as this may be requested at the entrance.
• Footwear: Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes suitable for walking on marble floors as you will be exploring the museum on foot.
• Water: Consider bringing a bottle of water, especially from April to August when temperatures can exceed 30°C (86°F).

What’s not allowed

• Photography equipment: Do not use flash photography, tripods, or professional filming equipment inside exhibition spaces.
• Luggage: Do not bring large bags, suitcases, or oversized luggage into the museum; a cloakroom is available for small bags and personal items.
• Animals: Pets are not allowed inside the museum, except for registered service animals.
• Food and smoking: Do not eat, drink, or smoke inside the museum.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: The museum is fully wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators available throughout the building.
• Wheelchair support: Complimentary wheelchairs are available on request at the information desk.
• Restrooms: Accessible restrooms are located on the basement level and are equipped with appropriate facilities.
• Visual access: Visitors with total or partial loss of vision can request a list of 20 accessible exhibits from the information desk.
• Priority access: Pregnant women and individuals with reduced mobility receive priority access to the museum’s facilities.

Additional information

• Arrival time: Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to ensure a prompt start.
• Best time to visit: For a quieter experience, consider booking a morning slot between 8am and 10am when the museum is usually less crowded.
• Child policy: Ensure that children under 18 are accompanied by an adult at all times inside the museum.
• Security checks: Expect all personal belongings to be scanned during security checks at the entrance.

Cover key pieces in 2 hours with skip-the-line museum entry, a licensed guide, and a set schedule.

• Everything you get: Bypass the ticket queue for entry to the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, then follow a 2 hour guided tour inside the galleries with a licensed guide. See artifacts on a highlights route, with tours available in multiple languages.
• Why choose this: Choose a set path that keeps you moving in order, instead of trying to plan everything yourself across a collection.

Inclusions #

• Skip the line entry to National Archaeological Museum of Athens

• Guided tour inside the museum

• Licensed professional guide

• Tour in multiple languages

• 2 hour museum highlights experience

Exclusions #

• Transportation to the meeting point

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Food and drinks

• Access to temporary exhibitions

What to bring

• ID proof: Carry a valid photo ID to verify your details on-site.
• Mobile phone: Make sure that your mobile phone is charged in order to display your voucher.

What’s not allowed

• Large items: Large bags and tripods are not allowed inside the museum.
• Food and drinks: Food and beverages are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.
• Artifacts: Visitors are not allowed to touch any of the historical artifacts.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: This experience is accessible for all wheelchair users.

Explore ancient Greek artifacts at your pace with offline storytelling on your smartphone.

• Everything you get: Entry to the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, giving access to all open galleries and exhibits. See sculpture, pottery, metalwork, frescoes and everyday objects from prehistoric times to late antiquity across the Greek mainland and islands too.
• Upgrades: Upgrade to entry with smartphone tour in English, Greek, German, Spanish, French and Italian, plus offline text, audio and maps.
• Why choose this: Perfect if you prefer to explore independently, without fixed tour times or following a group schedule.

Inclusions #

• Entry to National Archaeological Museum of Athens

• Audio guide in English, Greek, German, Spanish, French, and Italian (as per option selected)

• Offline content text, audio narration, maps (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Live guide

• Smartphone or headphones

• Transportation

What to bring

• Headphones: Bring your own headphones to use with the audio guide on your smartphone.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: This attraction is wheelchair accessible.
• Service animals: Guide dogs are allowed into the attraction.

Additional information

• Ticket coverage: This ticket includes access to all parts of the attraction that are open to the public.
• Photography: Photography is allowed, but flash and tripods are not permitted inside the attraction.
• Facilities: Wi‑Fi and cloakroom facilities are available at the attraction.
• Audio guide app: The audio guide is available on Android and iOS devices.
• Download tip: Download your ticket and audio tour over Wi‑Fi before your visit, as mobile signal at the site may be weak.
• After booking: Check your email, including the spam folder, for instructions to access and download your audio tour.
• Battery: Make sure your smartphone is fully charged before your visit.
• Queues: Expect possible long queues at the entrance, and be prepared to wait.

What to bring

Acropolis

• Bring along comfortable shoes, a hat, and sunscreen.

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• Bring along comfortable shoes.
• Stay ahead of the game; download the audio guide beforehand to dodge any network glitches at the location.
• Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

What's not allowed

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

Acropolis

• This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Acropolis

• With this combined ticket you have access to Acropolis and Slopes, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Temple of Zeus, Aristotle's School (Lykeion), and Panathenaic Stadium.
• Note: The multi-site adult ticket allows one entrance to each site and is valid over 5 consecutive days from the day it's redeemed.
• Please note that the timeslot you are requested to choose refers only to your visit to the Acropolis of Athens. The rest of the archaeological sites can be visited without any time slot limitation, within opening hours, with the same ticket.
• Visitors are required to follow the signs, walk along marked routes, and avoid entering restricted areas.

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• For people with disabilities, there is a separate entrance on the side of Vas. Herakleiou Street, accessed either by a ramp from the main view of the Museum or directly from the pavement of Vas. Herakleiou.

Inclusions #

Acropolis

• Timed entry to Acropolis Hill

• Entry to 6 archaeological sites: Acropolis and Slopes, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Temple of Zeus, Aristotle's School (Lykeion), and Panathenaic Stadium

• Audio guide for Plaka and Ancient Agora

• Audio guide for all sites in English, French, German, Italian & Spanish (optional)

Athens National Archaeological Museum

• Entry to the Athens National Archaeological Museum

• Audio guide app

• Plaka audio guide (optional)