About National Archaeological Museum

The museum is dedicated to restoration research and maintenance of several Attica artifacts. It is the largest and by far the most easily accessible museum in Athens. The museum's collection predates to 5000 BC and therefore showcases a plethora of sculptures, glassworks, metalwork, and antiquities that will keep its visitors spellbound for hours. The rich history of Athens under one roof and a must-go place to see Athens for what it is: art, culture, and history. Pre-check the site or call in for special events that take place in the museum.

Must See

  • Death mask
  • Cypriot Antiquities
  • Metalworking
  • Vases and fine art
  • Egyptian antiquities
  • Epigraphical Museum
  • Hellenic Motor Museum
  • Alfeios Bookstore
  • Athens Culinary Backstreets Walks
  • Athens Urban Adventures
  • Jewish Heritage Tours

How to reach

Private transportation/ Taxis :via 3is Septemvriou (Taxi: One-Way from: 4€ - 5€)

Metro/ Trains: 1:59 PM from Omonoia (every 8 mins) (Line 035 bus via Ασωματων:  2€) to Mouseio Station.

Tips

  • There is not a very well defined path, so take time to go through all the exhibits.
  • Audio guide is available.
  • Nude exhibitions/ sculptures are included.
  • Photography is allowed.
  • Several places to sit down and read.
  • The museum has an audio guide in 5 different languages.
  • Flexibility in tickets timings, 200 days from the day of booking.

Visit Time

Monday: 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Thursday:  8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m

Friday:  8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Saturday:  8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Sunday:  8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The National Archaeological Museum is closed 
25-26 December, January 1, March 25, Easter Sunday, May 1.

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Waiting Time

Waiting to see exhibitions and long queues to enter the museum.

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

 

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Few Clouds 18.87°C

 

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