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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.
National Archaeological Museum Athens tickets
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- Unlock years of history at the Athens National Archaeological Museum to learn more about the historical and Greek culture.
- Uncover hidden treasures at your own pace and admire masterpieces like the golden Mask of Agamemnon and the statues of Zeus and Poseidon.
- Get a sense of Greek jewelry as you see the Golden Treasure of Karpenisi where you can find intricate amulets, necklaces, head gears, and more.
- To deep dive into interesting stories and facts about the artifacts, opt for the audio guide, a treasure trove of historical insights and trivia.
- Unlock years of history at the Athens National Archaeological Museum to learn more about the historical and Greek culture.
- Uncover hidden treasures at your own pace and admire masterpieces like the golden Mask of Agamemnon and the statues of Zeus and Poseidon.
- Get a sense of Greek jewelry as you see the Golden Treasure of Karpenisi where you can find intricate amulets, necklaces, head gears, and more.
- To deep dive into interesting stories and facts about the artifacts, opt for the audio guide, a treasure trove of historical insights and trivia.
Inclusions
- Entry to the National Archaeological Museum
- Audio guide app
Exclusions
- Headphones
- Tip: Be sure to find the "Snake Goddess" statue as she's considered a symbol of fertility and household protection.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.
- 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 attendance certificate
bearing evidence of its duration.
- Accompanying teachers and learners during educational visits of 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 to the program.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combos
Combo (Save 13%): Acropolis & Parthenon + Athens National Archaeological Museum Tickets
from €44
€38.47
13% off
- Enjoy a cost-effective combo deal that grants access to Athens' two main attractions: the Acropolis and the National Archaeological Museum.
- Explore the Acropolis at your own pace, marveling at the remnants of the Parthenon and Athena Nike Temple with a multilingual audio guide for deeper understanding.
- Experience the grandeur of Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a historic steep-sloped amphitheater with a 3-story stone front wall, still used for concerts and events.
- Spend less time waiting and more time diving into Greek history at the National Archaeological Museum, home to the world's largest collection of Greek coins.
- Enhance your museum visit with an audio guide, revealing fascinating facts about the displayed artifacts, ranging from Neolithic to late Antiquity.
- Enjoy a cost-effective combo deal that grants access to Athens' two main attractions: the Acropolis and the National Archaeological Museum.
- Explore the Acropolis at your own pace, marveling at the remnants of the Parthenon and Athena Nike Temple with a multilingual audio guide for deeper understanding.
- Experience the grandeur of Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a historic steep-sloped amphitheater with a 3-story stone front wall, still used for concerts and events.
- Spend less time waiting and more time diving into Greek history at the National Archaeological Museum, home to the world's largest collection of Greek coins.
- Enhance your museum visit with an audio guide, revealing fascinating facts about the displayed artifacts, ranging from Neolithic to late Antiquity.
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
Acropolis & Parthenon
- Tip: Check out the 'olive tree of Athena' near the Erechtheion. It was supposedly planted by the goddess herself.
- This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers with the availability of additional routes and facilities.
- 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
- Keep an eye out for the ‘Dipylon Amphora’ a Geometric Period funerary vase considered one of the most significant artifacts in the museum.
- Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- 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.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): Acropolis & 6 Archaeological Sites Multipass Tickets + Athens National Archaeological Museum Ticket
from €63
€59.85
5% off
- Save time and money with this combo pass that gives you access to the Acropolis, 6 other archaeological sites, and the Athens National Archaeological Museum.
- Delve into the heart of Greek history with this multipass, exploring iconic structures like the UNESCO-listed Acropolis and the grand Ancient Agora.
- Benefit from time-slotted entry to Acropolis Hill and enjoy an optional multilingual audio guide for Plaka and Ancient Agora in 5 languages.
- Explore Athens National Archaeological Museum, and find the largest collection of Greek antiquities spread across 5,000 years.
- Opt for the audio guide at the museum to gain valuable insights into Greek history, with captivating stories of its artifacts like the golden Mask of Agamemnon.
- Save time and money with this combo pass that gives you access to the Acropolis, 6 other archaeological sites, and the Athens National Archaeological Museum.
- Delve into the heart of Greek history with this multipass, exploring iconic structures like the UNESCO-listed Acropolis and the grand Ancient Agora.
- Benefit from time-slotted entry to Acropolis Hill and enjoy an optional multilingual audio guide for Plaka and Ancient Agora in 5 languages.
- Explore Athens National Archaeological Museum, and find the largest collection of Greek antiquities spread across 5,000 years.
- Opt for the audio guide at the museum to gain valuable insights into Greek history, with captivating stories of its artifacts like the golden Mask of Agamemnon.
Inclusions
Acropolis
- Timed entry to Acropolis Hill
- Entry to 7 archaeological sites: Acropolis and Slopes, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's Library, Olympieion Kerameikos, and Aristotle's School (Lykeion)
- 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)
Acropolis
- Tip: Look for the sacred olive tree at the ancient Agora that, according to the legend, was a gift from the goddess Athena.
- The optional audio guide is available in English, French, German, Italian & Spanish.
- This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- 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.
Athens National Archaeological Museum
- Tip: Keep an eye out for the museum's hidden treasures, like the smallest item - a tiny faience hippopotamus from ancient Egypt.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Which National Archaeological Museum ticket is best for you?
If you are short on time
Go for: Entry tickets
Duration: Valid for 12 hours
Guide: Multilingual audio guide
- Skip ahead of long ticketing queues with these National Archaeological Museum Athens tickets. These tickets also include an online audio guide. Download this guide with the museum’s Wi-Fi and learn more about the museum’s exhibits.
- You can also upgrade your ticket to include a Plaka audio guide app. You can troll through the neighboring Plaka district and explore its quaint cafes, taverns, and narrow streets.
Recommended tours:
- Athens National Archaeological Museum ticket with an optional audio guide
If you are on a budget
Go for: Audio guided tickets
Duration: Valid for 12 hours
Guide: Multilingual audio guide
- At around €15 to €22, you can enjoy priority access to the Athens National Archaeological Museum. These pocket-friendly tickets also include multilingual audio guides to familiarize you with the artifacts inside the museum.
- Depending on the kind of National Archaeological Museum Athens ticket you choose, you can also avail yourself of a Plaka audio guide. This audio guide will take you through the historic narrow streets and quaint taverns of the Plaka neighborhood beside the museum.
Recommended tours:
- Athens National Archaeological Museum ticket with an optional audio guide
- National Archaeological Museum entry with a multilingual audio guide
If you are a history buff
Go for: Audio guided tickets and combo passes
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Multilingual audio guide
- Book National Archaeological Museum Athens tickets including an audio guide to learn more about the objects and artifacts inside its premises. These tickets are ideal for those interested in ancient Greek heritage and art, from the Classical to the Roman period.
- If you want to visit the archaeological sites where the museum’s artifacts were originally found or displayed, book the Acropolis combo passes. You can get a closer look at the Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, and Erechtheion, as well as the objects in the Acropolis Museum.
Recommended tours:
- Athens National Archaeological Museum ticket with an optional audio guide
- Combo (Save 5%): Acropolis & Parthenon + Athens National Archaeological Museum tickets
If you want to explore beyond
Go for: Combo tickets
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Multilingual audio guides
- The Athens Archaeological Museum combo multipass tickets are ideal for visitors who have a full day on hand and want to explore more than just the museum’s objects.
- Depending on the kind of multipass tickets you choose, you can explore the Acropolis archaeological site, the Acropolis Museum, as well as Ancient Agora, Hadrian’s Library, Roman Agora, and more. These sites are situated quite close to one another, so you don’t have to spend much time commuting.
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What to see at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens?
Collection of Egyptian antiquities
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.
Collection of Mycenean artifacts
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.
Collection of Cycladic works
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.
Collection of Neolithic objects
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.
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Collection of ancient Greek sculptures
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.
Collection of metalworks
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.
Must-see exhibits at the Athens National Archaeological Museum
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Digital exhibitions at the Archaeological Museum of Athens
Parallel Time: Meet the Clay Army in Greece
Period: Around 323 BC to 31 BC
Significant artifacts: Terracotta figurines, including warriors, gods, animals, and everyday people
Highlights:
- The exhibition draws parallels between the Greek terracotta figurines and the Chinese Terracotta army, emphasizing their similarities and differences. These artifacts belong to the time after the conquests of Alexander the Great when Greek art and culture spread across the Mediterranean and Asia.
- The interactive screens and AR applications will allow you to view the figurines from different angles and reconstruct the broken statues to see how they might have looked in the past.
The Countless Aspects of the Beautiful
Period: Starting from the 5th century BC
Significant artifacts: Venus de Milo, Discobolus, and the Doryphoros
Highlights:
- This exhibition at the Athens National Archaeological Museum celebrates the Greek pursuit of idealized human form and beauty. From marble statues, and bronze figurines, to terracotta pieces, you can witness the evolution of Greek art and aesthetics here.
- The collection also includes red and black figure vases of Gods and heroes as well as pieces of jewelry, such as necklaces, earrings, and diadems, studded with precious stones.
Antiquities and the Greek Revolution
Period: Around 510 BC to 323 BC
Significant artifacts: Letters, portraits, and personal items of notable members of society
Highlights:
- From weapons and armor to personal items used by soldiers during the War of Independence, this exhibition helps visitors make sense of the revolutionary movement from Ottoman rule from 1821 to 1830.
- This section of the Archaeological Museum also includes interactive maps. AR screens, and multimedia presentations to highlight the importance of conserving ancient artifacts. It is the rediscovery of these very objects that instilled a sense of national identity among Greek soldiers during the War of Independence.
Odysseys
Period: Around 1200 BC
Significant artifacts: Vases painted with scenes from heroic epics, ancient manuscripts, Renaissance paintings, and modern adaptations of the Odyssey
Highlights:
- This exhibition displays audio guides and VR experiences to bring the Odyssey’s stories to life. You can experience a simulation of Odysseus’ ship and encounter legendary creatures like the Cyclops and sirens.
- Here, you will also find a number of modern literary works related to the epic, providing a comprehensive understanding of ancient Greek mythology. Isn’t it intriguing how a story written a millennia ago continues to inspire storytellers to re-interpret the Homeric heroes?
Plan your visit to the Archaeological Museum of Athens
Opening hours
Getting there
Entrances
Facilities
Accessibility
Rules and regulations
Visitor tips
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Stay
- 1 November to 31 March
Tuesday: 1pm to 8pm
Wednesday to Monday: 8:30am to 3:30pm - 1 April to 13 May
Tuesday: 1pm to 8pm
Wednesday to Monday: 9am to 4pm - 14 May to 31 October
Tuesday: 1pm to 8pm
Wednesday to Monday: 8am to 8pm
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
Find on maps
- By bus: 022, 14, A7, A8, B11, B9, B5, 224, 605, 622, and 608
Nearest stop: Polytechneio - By train: P2, P3, and P3B
Nearest station: Larissa - By subway: M1 and M2
Nearest station: Victoria (Green Line) and Omonia (Red Line) - By trolleybus: 2,3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14
Nearest stop: National Archaeological Museum - By car: Traveling from Piraeus to the Athens Archaeological Museum will take you around 20 minutes via the E091 route. The distance is around 12.8km.
Nearest parking: Mpoumpolinas Street, Zaimi Street, Alexandras Avenue, Komnenos Brothers Parking
- Main entrance: The National Archaeological Museum Athens is located on the eastern side of a huge campus-like structure. The main entrance is decorated with a Neoclassical facade, with a large portico supported by Corinthian columns, giving the entrance a grand appearance. There are marble steps leading from the entrance to the interiors. You will also find ramps on the side for visitors in wheelchairs to ensure easy access.
- Side entrance: The museum has a separate entrance on the Vasileos Irakliou side. Pregnant women and visitors with limited mobility can use this entrance for priority access. If you are traveling by car or seek to avoid congestion at the primary entrance during morning visits or on weekends, you can also use this gate to enter the museum.
- Rear entrance: There is another entrance to the back of the museum, used by staff, and or during special events. It provides direct access to some of the museum’s most coveted and private areas.
- Museum store: The National Archaeological Museum Athens offers a wide selection of items, including jewelry, miniatures of monuments, replicas of artifacts, souvenirs, and books. The store is situated near the main entrance, just a few steps away from the information desk.
- Cafe: The museum also houses a cafe, which offers light refreshments like tea and sandwiches, along with scenic views of its garden. You do not need to pay any extra charges to visit the cafe.
- Cloakroom: The museum has a cloakroom, where you can drop off your large backpacks and bulky suitcases.
- Restrooms: The Athens National Archaeological Museum also has accessible restroom facilities throughout its premises. You will find one at the main entrance and on the first floor as well.
- Free Wi-Fi: The museum offers free Wi-Fi facilities throughout its galleries for you to download audio guides or any information about the artifacts.
- Wheelchair accessible: The National Archaeological Museum in Athens offers ramps up the main entrance and beside all steps inside the museum to ensure visitors in wheelchairs can navigate around comfortably. The museum also offers an elevator to access the basement and the first floor. There are wide, accessible restrooms in the basement for visitors with limited mobility.
- Wheelchair available: The museum also keeps a wheelchair in their basement, lest anyone may request it. If you need a wheelchair to tour the museum, make sure to inform the authorities before your visit.
- Tactile tours and workshops: The museum organizes special educational programs and tours for visitors with hearing disabilities. The museum also provides a special facility where visitors with partial or total vision loss can touch around 20 sculptures within the museum. A knowledgeable personnel will accompany all visitors with special educational needs throughout their tours.
- Guide dogs: You can bring guide dogs to the museum premises. However, please ensure they are on leash and well-behaved.
- Avoid flash photography: You cannot click pictures with flash at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. Also, make sure to avoid artefacts with relevant signs or symbols when clicking pictures.
- Do not leave valuables in the cloakroom: Do not leave coats, jewellery, cash, or any of your valuable belongings at the museum’s cloakroom. If anything goes missing or ends up damaged, the museum won’t be responsible for your loss.
- Avoid eating in the museum areas: The museum has a beautiful cafe overlooking its gardens, where you can grab tea and sandwiches. Do not bring outside food or drinks inside the galleries.
- Avoid tripods and selfie sticks: Do not bring tripods, selfie sticks, bulky camera gear, and drones to the museum. If you wish to film any of the interior exhibits for professional use, you need to ask permission from the museum authorities.
- Start your visit with lesser-known exhibits: Popular collections like the Egyptian section and Myceneae section attract the largest number of visitors. Start your tour with lesser-known but historically significant collections like the Cycladic and Neolithic objects to save time.
- Keep a few hours on hand: The museum has over 11,000 exhibits, spread across the basement and the first floor, along with a beautiful cafe overlooking the garden. You would need over 3 to 4 hours to look at every exhibit in the museum. Make sure you wear your most comfortable, closed shoes to explore each of the exhibits.
- Visit the garden: The museum has a small garden, dotted with umbrella pines and vibrant flowers in as many shades as you can imagine. Make sure to take a walk in the garden at the end of your tour.
- Combine your visit with nearby attractions: The museum is close to other major attractions like the Benaki Museum, Pedion tou Areos Park, and the Epigraphical Museum. Plan a day trip and visit all these attractions during your visit.
- Try your hand at painting: If anything catches your artistic fancy, you can set up your canvas at the Athens National Archaeological Museum. As long as your setup does not interfere with others’ line of view, you can spend as much time as you want inside the galleries.
- Homemade Flavors (130 m away): Besides the museum cafe, this restaurant is the closest to the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. Try their moussaka, a dish made from layers of eggplant, meat, and bechamel sauce. Their souvlaki, grilled skewers with pita bread, onions, and tomatoes are also always in demand.
- 8848 Asian Restaurant and Sushi Bar (290 m away): Known for its high-quality sushi and dragon rolls, this establishment boasts a chic and modern setting. Their revolving sushi bar, a variety of dim sums, and Pad Thai noodles are particularly popular among guests.
- Restaurant Paula (260 m away): They are known for their Greek and Mediterranean fusion cuisine. Their grilled octopus, served with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon on the side, lamb kleftiko with herbs and vegetables, and creamy seafood risotto are must-try dishes.
- ST’ ASTRA Restaurant (400 m away): This restaurant features a scenic view of the Acropolis archaeological site and is known for its Greek and international dishes. Make sure to try their beef fillet with truffle sauce and lobster pasta.
- Guerilla Chef Burgers(400 m away): They are famous for their gourmet burgers, made from seasonal, fresh ingredients. Their classic cheeseburger and BBQ burger are all the rage among visitors.
- Affordable stays:
Pergamos Hotel (500 m away)
Solomou Hotel (400 m away)
Baloo Hostel (600 m away) - Mid-range hotels:
Colors Hotel Athens (750 m away)
Dima Rooms and Apartments (650 m away)
The Bohemian Athenian (850 m away) - Luxury stays:
Radisson Blu Park Hotel (800 m away)
Novotel Athenes (650 m away)
Melia Athens (800 m away)
Beyond museums in Athens: What to see?
Acropolis
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.
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Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon
Situated 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.
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Temple of Olympian Zeus
The 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.
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Ancient Olympia
The 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 ticketsFrequently asked questions about the National Archaeological Museum Athens tickets
How do I skip the long ticket queues at the National Archaeological Museum of Athens?
Enjoy 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.
Why should I book National Archaeological Museum Athens tickets online?
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.
Can I get discounts on Athens National Archaeological Museum 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.
What can you see with Athens National Archaeological Museum tickets?
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.
What are the opening hours of the Athens National Archaeological Museum?
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.
Where is the Archaeological Museum of Athens located?
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.
How to get to the National Archaeological Museum of Athens?
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.
Is the archaeological museum in Athens accessible to wheelchair users?
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.
Are children allowed at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens?
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.
Can I click pictures at the National Archaeological Museum?
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.