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This self-guided audio tour gives you access to one of the world’s most impressive collections of ancient Greek art and artifacts at the National Archaeological Museum of Athens. Explore at your own pace, with offline access to maps and expert insights.
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Explore standout pieces like the Cycladic Harp Player, one of the earliest depictions of a musical instrument, and the Gold Death Mask of Agamemnon, believed to date back to the Mycenaean era.
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You’ll also see intricate jewelry, marble statues of gods and athletes, and everyday objects that reveal what life was like in ancient Greece.
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This self-guided audio tour gives you access to one of the world’s most impressive collections of ancient Greek art and artifacts at the National Archaeological Museum of Athens. Explore at your own pace, with offline access to maps and expert insights.
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Explore standout pieces like the Cycladic Harp Player, one of the earliest depictions of a musical instrument, and the Gold Death Mask of Agamemnon, believed to date back to the Mycenaean era.
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You’ll also see intricate jewelry, marble statues of gods and athletes, and everyday objects that reveal what life was like in ancient Greece.
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A convenient entry e-ticket ensures you enjoy a hassle-free visit with a multilingual audio guide of the National Museum of Archeology is just the cherry on top!
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Admire the rich collection of Greek artifacts, from prehistoric times to late antiquity.
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Must-see relics include the mask of “Agamemnon”, the bronze statue of Zeus or Poseidon, the horse rider.
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Don't miss seeing the ancient Dipylon Amphora, the Sphinx statue, and the complex of Aphrodite and Pan.
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Dive deeper into the art from antiquity with an engaging self-paced audio guide filling you in all details about the bygone era.
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A convenient entry e-ticket ensures you enjoy a hassle-free visit with a multilingual audio guide of the National Museum of Archeology is just the cherry on top!
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Admire the rich collection of Greek artifacts, from prehistoric times to late antiquity.
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Must-see relics include the mask of “Agamemnon”, the bronze statue of Zeus or Poseidon, the horse rider.
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Don't miss seeing the ancient Dipylon Amphora, the Sphinx statue, and the complex of Aphrodite and Pan.
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Dive deeper into the art from antiquity with an engaging self-paced audio guide filling you in all details about the bygone era.
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Embark on a journey through ancient Greece with access to the Acropolis, home to iconic structures like the Parthenon and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.
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Enhance your exploration with an Athens City and Plaka audio guide available in multiple languages, offering insightful narratives about this legendary citadel.
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Enjoy stress-free priority access to the Athens National Archaeological Museum, housing a vast collection of artifacts that trace over 5,000 years of Greek history.
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With an audio guide at the Museum, deepen your understanding of the exhibits, including the famous golden Mask of Agamemnon and the statues of Zeus and Poseidon.
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Embark on a journey through ancient Greece with access to the Acropolis, home to iconic structures like the Parthenon and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.
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Enhance your exploration with an Athens City and Plaka audio guide available in multiple languages, offering insightful narratives about this legendary citadel.
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Enjoy stress-free priority access to the Athens National Archaeological Museum, housing a vast collection of artifacts that trace over 5,000 years of Greek history.
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With an audio guide at the Museum, deepen your understanding of the exhibits, including the famous golden Mask of Agamemnon and the statues of Zeus and Poseidon.
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Enjoy a personalized tour of the National Archaeological Museum with an expert guide, exploring Greece’s ancient treasures at your own pace.
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Hear detailed stories about the famous Greek sculptures, Roman mosaics, and ancient frescoes, each offering a unique glimpse into history.
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See iconic artifacts like the Venus of Milo, Egyptian mummies, and rare pottery, showcasing the brilliance of ancient civilizations.
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Benefit from a private tour where your guide focuses solely on your group, ensuring a customized experience tailored to your interests.
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Fun fact: The museum houses a rare collection of Egyptian mummies, some of which are over 3,000 years old!
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Enjoy a personalized tour of the National Archaeological Museum with an expert guide, exploring Greece’s ancient treasures at your own pace.
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Hear detailed stories about the famous Greek sculptures, Roman mosaics, and ancient frescoes, each offering a unique glimpse into history.
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See iconic artifacts like the Venus of Milo, Egyptian mummies, and rare pottery, showcasing the brilliance of ancient civilizations.
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Benefit from a private tour where your guide focuses solely on your group, ensuring a customized experience tailored to your interests.
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Fun fact: The museum houses a rare collection of Egyptian mummies, some of which are over 3,000 years old!
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Discover Athens with the Acropolis Multipass, providing access to six significant archaeological sites, including the Parthenon and the Temple of Zeus.
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The Multipass includes an audio guide in 5 languages, offering insights into the Ancient Agora and the city of Plaka, immersing you in Greek history and culture.
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Embark on an engaging journey through Greek history with access to the Athens National Archaeological Museum.
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Enhance your visit to the museum with the optional audio guide, lending context to the artifacts, from bronze statues to intricate jewelry.
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Fun Fact: The Athens National Archaeological Museum boasts the world's largest collection of Greek coins, with over 1,32,000 pieces.
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Discover Athens with the Acropolis Multipass, providing access to six significant archaeological sites, including the Parthenon and the Temple of Zeus.
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The Multipass includes an audio guide in 5 languages, offering insights into the Ancient Agora and the city of Plaka, immersing you in Greek history and culture.
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Embark on an engaging journey through Greek history with access to the Athens National Archaeological Museum.
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Enhance your visit to the museum with the optional audio guide, lending context to the artifacts, from bronze statues to intricate jewelry.
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Fun Fact: The Athens National Archaeological Museum boasts the world's largest collection of Greek coins, with over 1,32,000 pieces.
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About National Archaeological Museum
The National Archaeological Museum is the largest archaeological museum in Greece. With over 11,000 items in its permanent collections and additional temporary exhibits, it offers a comprehensive glimpse into Greece's social and political history.
Established in 1829, the National Archaeological Museum stands as the first museum of the independent Greek state. Initially located in Aegina, the first capital, it moved to Athens in 1834 when the capital shifted and officially opened its doors in 1889.
The museum is housed in a graceful neoclassical building from the 19th century.
As the largest museum in Greece, it encompasses an area of 8,000 m² divided into numerous halls showcasing an outstanding collection of antiquities with over 11,000 exhibits. The museum possesses one of the world's most extensive and impressive bronze collections.
Beyond its role as a museum, the National Archaeological Museum functions as a hub for archeological research and study. Scholars and experts frequent this institution to deepen their knowledge of ancient civilizations.
Why visit National Archaeological Museum?
Highlights
Permanent collections
The National Archaeological Museum boasts an awe-inspiring array of permanent collections, each narrating a unique chapter of ancient Greece. The extensive display is a visual feast for history enthusiasts, including exquisite sculptures, intricate jewelry, artifacts, and more.
Ancient masterpieces
See iconic masterpieces like the Mask of Agamemnon and the Antikythera Mechanism. These artifacts are not just ancient relics; they represent the pinnacle of artistic and technological achievements.
The museum garden
Take a stroll in a beautiful garden in front of the museum with more than 6,000 native plants. Each plant and tree in the garden has a connection to Greek history. Noteworthy trees include a 1,300-year-old olive tree, myrtles, cypress trees, thyme, oregano, almond trees, and vines.
Plan your visit
The main entrance
The main entrance of the museum is located at 28is Oktovriou 44, Athina 106 82, Greece.
Entrance for people with disablities
This is a special entrance for individuals with disabilities located on the side of Vas. Herakleiou Street.
- The Athens National Archaeological Museum is closed on 1st January, 25th March, Easter Sunday, 1st May, 25th and 26th December.
A cloakroom is present in the museum's reception area for guests to place large items like bags and backpacks. The cloakroom cannot store items like coats, cash, checks, credit and debit cards, ID cards and other identification documents, and valuables such as jewelry, cameras, computers, and cell phones.
The museum has a souvenir shop with free entrance.
The museum has a cozy cafe located in the garden infront of the museum building.
An information desk is available inside the museum.
The museum has WiFi that everyone can use.
You can ask for a wheelchair at the museum's information desk.
The museum has ramps and sidewalks for wheelchair users to enter the museum. Those with limited mobility also get priority access to the museum's facilities.
Guide-dogs accompanying people with disabilities are allowed.
Elevators are present inside the museum for going to the underground level and the first floor.
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