- This self-guided 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 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.
- You’ll also see intricate jewelry, marble statues of gods and athletes, and everyday objects that reveal what life was like in ancient Greece.
- Choose the audio guide upgrade to dive deeper into the stories behind these treasures. The multilingual narration helps you explore at your own pace, with offline access to maps and expert insights in the language of your choice.
- Fun fact: The museum houses the world’s largest collection of ancient Greek coins (over 132,000 of them!), dating back as far as the 6th century BC.
- Entry to the National Archaeological Museum
- Multilingual audio guide for the Archaeological Museum (based on option selected)
- Athens Old Town audio guide (based on option selected)
- Offline content (text, audio narration)
- Map for the Archaeological Museum (based on option selected)
- Headphones
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Scrimieri
Mar, 2025
Very interesting visit that allowed us to frame the city with its many aspects. Emanuela guide, very knowledgeable, friendly helpful and attentive to everyone's needs. Excellent. CongratulationsView original review in ItalianClaudia
Mar, 2025
I absolutely recommend the archaeological museum, it's amazing! the audio guide was perfect, but you can buy the tickets online at the museum's website, it's cheaper...View original review in SpanishSharon
Feb, 2025
This museum has a wonderful (and very large) collections of Greek antiquities covering pre-Mycenean to Roman control. Many exquisite works from Classical Period.
Thijs
Feb, 2025
Amazing! Went on February 8th and there was no waiting line. There are some incredible things for sure in the museum 🙌🏻Dr.
Feb, 2025
The Archaeological Museum houses magnificent works of art from 5000 years of Greek history. A must. Tip: the self-service cafeteria in the basement, which opens onto a green inner courtyard.View original review in German
Immersive journey into Greek history
From the moment you step into the Athens National Archaeological Museum, your journey into the heart of Greek history begins. As you wander through the museum's vast collection, you'll discover treasures spanning over 5,000 years, ranging from the Neolithic era to late Antiquity. The iconic golden Mask of Agamemnon and the magnificent statues of Zeus and Poseidon are surely highlights, offering an unparalleled glimpse into the past. Then there is a Bronze Head of a Boxer, found in Olympia depicting the boxer with a swollen right eye. It's all in the details!
Enlightening exploration with an optional audio guide
Enhance your understanding and appreciation of the displayed artifacts, and opt for the inclusive audio guide to learn facts about everything you see. This digital companion provides valuable insights into Greek history, the distinct statues, and jewelry designs you've never seen before. You will see materials like gold, marble, and bronze in the artifacts present at the museum.
What to bring
- 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
- Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
- 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.
The following categories of visitors are eligible for free entry on presenting a valid ID card or passport:
- Individuals up to the age of 25, from EU member states.
- Children up to the age of 5, from non-EU countries.
- Persons over 25 in secondary education (evening & second-chance schools) and vocational schools from EU member-states & countries of the EEA, upon presentation of an attendance certificate bearing evidence of its duration.
- Accompanying teachers and learners during educational visits to schools and institutions of primary, secondary, and tertiary education from EU member states and countries of the EEA.
- People entitled to Social Solidarity Income and members dependent on them, upon presentation of their ID card and certificate of free entry based on eligibility for the program.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the redemption point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
Ticket redemption point
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Show your ticket at the main entrance of National Archaeological Museum.
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Address: 28is Oktovriou 44, Athina 106 82, Greece.
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