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National Archaeological Museum (Ethniko Archaiologiko Museo)

28 Oktovriou Patission 44, Athens 999-20, Greece
01/821-7724
Ranked #9 of 141 attractions in Athens
4.5 of 5 stars 239 Reviews
Type: History Museums, Art Museums
Description: A museum featuring the art and artifacts of the Minoans, an ancient tribe of people who once dominated the Aegean Sea.
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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

A totally astonishing museum with mind-blowing treasures. Well worth allocation a lot of time to. More

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Idaho
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

A must see BUT all the interior/corridor rooms, the vase and small bronze collections are closed. Such an important collection BUT a lack of interest in keeping it ALL open. They say it's lack of guards on any particular day BUT these areas are always closed. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

the museum felt more like a storage facility than a world class museum, but it was hard to detract from the collection, which was undeniably amazing. More

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Athens, Greece
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

The NAtional Archaelogical Museum is one of the jewels of Athens. Its collection is impressive. The cafeteria could offer a better service but the tables around the patio are very pleasant. There is now an exhibition showing the Antikythera mechanism. It will go on until April 28, 2013. Don't miss it! More

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Greeley, Colorado
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

If you wish to see the artifacts and statuary of Ancient Greece this is the best single place to find it. More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

There are museums and there are museums, and we have seen many, but this one is exceptional. The museum is spacious and uncluttered but contains a vast collection of treasures from Greece's illustrious past. There are very famous individual pieces but the collections of pottery and goldware are stunning as well. Hard to imagine a visit to Greece and its... More

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ontario canada
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

I am not big on museums when I travel. I usually find that I can see most things at the museum close to home as they bring in articles from around the world. This is an exception. Lots to things to see. It is well lit, spacious and a pleasure to the eyes. They even allowed us to take some... More

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San Francisco, California
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Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

This is by far the most important museum in Athens, and in all of Greece. Do not assume, if you have visited the Acropolis Museum, that a visit to this one would be superflous or boring. On the contrary, if you only have time for one museum in Athens, make it this one. It has a far more interesting, extensive,... More

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Chandigarh, India
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

good place to understand greek mythology, hire a guide as you can get lost , as lot of stuff to see. the cafe is the museum serves cool food. More

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Samos, Greece
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Spend an afternoon or morning here, to see the best treasures from all over Greece. You will be in awe of the incredible peices in this collection. More

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