Hellenic National Archaeological Museum Tours and Tickets

The National Archaeological Museum is located in Athens at 28is Oktovriou. It is directly north of the Acropolis via Aiolou, so you could walk or taxi there by starting at the Aiolou-Pelopida intersection. Multiple trolleybuses and buses stop at the museum via Mouseio and Polytechneio.

Must-see exhibits and artifacts at the Athens National Archaeological Museum include the collection of antiquities of Thera, which showcases preserved wall paintings, and the gold jewelry collection, which has pieces dating to 730 BC. The Greek sculpture collection is the largest collection of its kind in the world.

The Athens National Archaeological Museum has accessible facilities designed for guests with limited mobility, special needs, and partial or total vision loss. It also has a café that hosts its own artistic exhibits and a shop, and both can be accessed for free, without a ticket.

Plan to spend at least 2–3 hours at the Athens National Archaeological Museum, if you want to combine your visit with other Athens attractions. However, you could spend more than four hours at this museum, thanks to its large permanent collection, temporary exhibitions, and works featured in the café.

Yes, the Athens National Archaeological Museum has accessible facilities, with a ramp located at the Vas. Herakleiou Street entrance and an accessible bathroom on the basement level. The museum includes exhibits for people with partial or total vision loss, as well as programs for guests with special needs.

Yes, you can call ahead and arrange to take a guided tour of the Athens National Archaeological Museum. You will meet your tour guide inside the museum, after entering during your ticket’s corresponding date and time. Some third-party guides also may offer guided tours.