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Valid Until: 31 March 2023
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Book TicketsThe clay artifact dates between 430 BC to 420 BC and would have served as a wedding present back in the day. It was shaped as a half-cylinder to be worn on the thighs of women when they were weaving wool for weaving. The strong association between wool-working and the ideal Grecian wife was popularized as a wedding present.
The Gold Mask of Agamemnon is believed to have been the corpse covering of an important king in ancient Greece. It is one of the five masks discovered in Mycenae. The mask is considered to be older than the 16th century BC. The mask covering the dead’s face suggests a resemblance to the ancient Egyptian pharaohs.
One of the most important sculptures within the museum, the Varvakeios Athena is an almost accurate replica of the gold and ivory statue of Athena the Virgin, which once stood on the walls of the Parthenon. The statue is only one-twelfth of the original size, made from Pentelic marble and traces of red and yellow paint.
The bronze statue of Zeus or Poseidon is one of the most important shrouded mysteries in the National Archaeological Museum. Although there is much confusion regarding whether the man yields a thunderbolt or a trident in his hand, the posture of the statue is an incredible specimen of the Severe style of the Classical period.
Observe the series of several kouroi (youths) and korai (maidens) statues to understand how Greece emerged as powerful city-states in the Golden Age. The statues were additions to important figures' funerary services. You can tell the ages apart, for the Golden Age sculptors perfected depicting people in motion.
The one-of-a-kind Hellenistic statue of a young African boy riding a horse cuts a stunning picture in the National Archaeological Museum. The bronze statue dates back to 140 BC, features as a centerpiece in the museum, and also possesses the branded image of the Goddess Nike on its flank.
The Roman Emperor Hadrian held a deep admiration for the Greek culture and way of life and sought to integrate it into his legacy. The portrait head is a part of his enduring legacy. Hadrian had declared Athens to be the cultural capital of ancient Greece and built many magnificent temples, with some of them existing even today.
The Mycenean vase is probably the best-known remnant of Helladic pottery and dates back to the 12th century BCE. The vase served as a krater, a bowl used to mix water and wine. The outside of the vase shows painted warriors, decked in helmets, shields, and breastplates, on their way to march to glory.
The Antikythera Mechanism is probably the first known evidence of an analog computer, that assisted ancient Greeks in calculating the movements of the sun and the moon. With a complex system of 30 interlocking gears, the Antikythera device made scientific calculations and predicted the dates of the Olympian games.
The bronze statue of Emperor Augustus was found between the two islands of Euboea and Hagios Eustratios. The iconographic features of Prima Porta and Actium are evident in its structure, with his right hand raised in an official greeting, while his left hand grips the horse’s reign and sword.
A part of the Thera collection, the Boxers Fresco depicts two naked boys, wearing gloves and belts engaged in a fight. The painting is depicted in vibrant shades and dates back to the 16th century BCE. The boys probably descend from the Minoan civilization, which once occupied the Aegean lands.
The Kerameikos skeletons were found in an exceptionally good state in an excavation venture in central Athens in 1891. The two skeletons were covered in a fine layer of mud and surrounded by 9 vases that were customary funeral offerings in 460 BC in ancient Greece.
The Parian marble sculpture of the Greek God Poseidon was discovered off the coast of Melos in 1877. The sculpture is supposed to be as old as circa 125 BC to 100 BC. Poseidon is depicted nearly nude, with his signature trident and right leg supported by a dolphin.
The Nestor’s Cup is a dove cup, with two handles styled like birds. The birds were later identified to be falcons that adorn the legendary cup of Nestor in the Illiad. The cup is presumed to have been designed by a Greek craftsman adapting to the Cretan design.
The sphinx in Greek mythology refers to a ferocious female monster, like in Sophocles’ drama Oedipus Rex. The one showcased in the museum was likely an addition to some important figures’ funeral services. The sculpture dates back to circa 570 BCE to 550 BCE.
Closed on: 25 and 26 December, 1 January, 25 March, Orthodox Easter Sunday, and 1 May
Note: Must carry identity proof like a passport or government ID
Duration: at least 3 hours
Best Time to Visit: September to October
Address: Patision 44, Athens 106 82, Greece
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A. Yes, it is best to buy National Archaeological Museum tickets online, for you do not have to stand in long queues and can secure seats in advance.
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A. You must carry identity proof like a passport or government-issued ID to enter the National Archaeological Museum.
A. The National Archaeological Museum opens from 1 PM to 8 PM on Tuesdays and 08:30 AM to 03:30 PM on Wednesdays to Mondays from 1st November to 31st March. And, the Museum opens from 1 PM to 8 PM on Tuesdays and from 8 AM to 8 PM on Wednesdays to Mondays from 1st April to 31st October.
A. You need to spend at least 3 to 4 hours inside the National Archaeological Museum to explore the artifacts properly.
A. The National Archaeological Museum is situated on Patision 44, Athens 106 82 in Greece.
A. The National Archaeological Museum in Athens is known for housing the largest collection of Greek antiquity in the world. The artifacts are stored inside a neo-classical building and spread over 8000 square meters. There are more than 11,000 exhibits in the National Archaeological Museum. The museum has five permanent collections, with temporary ones displayed now and then. You would need at least 3 hours to look at every artifact displayed in the rooms.
A. The best way to reach the National Archaeological Museum is to get on a metro from the Green line and get off at Victoria or Omonia. The museum is a short walk from there.
A. Yes, you need to book a ticket to enter the National Archaeological Museum.
A. The Gold Mask of Agamemnon, the bronze statue of either Zeus or Poseidon, the marble statue of Emperor Augustus, the statue of a Sphinx, the Nestor’s Cup, and the Antikythera mechanism are some ancient artifacts that are housed in the National Archaeological Museum in Athens.
A. The National Archaeological Museum has the largest collection of ancient Greek antiquities in the world. The extensive collection surpassed geographical boundaries, and now also contains ancient Egyptian and Eastern marvels. You can also find tons of Neolithic Mycenean, and Cyclidic ceramic statues and metalworks inside the museum.
A. You can click pictures inside the National Archaeological Museum, however, flash photography is not allowed on the premises.
A. The National Archaeological Museum is equipped to assist visitors in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. It has a ramp that connects to the first floor on the northern side of the building on Heraklios Emperor Road.
A. The National Archaeological Museum has an extensive collection of silk scarves, personal jewelry, ceramic plates, and other trinkets on its ground floor.
A. If you book National Archaeological Museum tickets online, you can cancel your tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund on your purchase.
A. If you are planning a full-day trip, you can visit the Delphi Archaeological Museum, the Acropolis Museum, the Temple of Poseidon, and the Temple of Greece, along with the National Archaeological Museum in Athens.