Art Museums in Athens

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Art Museums in Athens

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  • Jo H
    Wellington501 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Truly a terrific museum and despite usually being technically challenged, the app added real value to my visit and worked well for me. A number of areas were closed when we visited in December, but there was already so much to see I don't think we could have taken much more in anyway. The collection of Minoan, Cycladic and ancient art is truly outstanding - don't skimp on your stay.
    Written December 20, 2024
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  • Anna W
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the main museums in Athens provided Greek art. All of the exhibits were well explained. We had the audio which was very efficient
    Written January 8, 2025
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  • EdgarCosset
    Brooklyn, NY1,777 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    For modern art lovers, this small, well labelled museum is a must see. The comparisons to Modigliani, Brancusi and others with these 4000 year old figures are stunningly obvious, making your visit both informative and delightful. Note that the main entrance is on a side street, not the obvious entry on the avenue.

    Having not seen any TA reviews of the café, I would add my take.

    With fresh ingredients, cheerful service and an interesting menu selection, the Café is a great choice for a visit to the museum. (The immediate neighborhood is virtually taverna-free.)

    After a prosecco toast, I enjoyed the salmon tartar; my wife had spaghetti. We split a lemon tart from the selection of fresh pastries. With another glass of wine and espresso, the tab came to $77.

    One note for expectations: this is a great example of where marketing photography is a triumph. With about a dozen tables, the café actually looks past the ticket counter and gift shop to the street. The “garden” is a large room-wide planter with a mirrored backdrop. It is, nevertheless, a contemporary setting and surprisingly quiet. That said, we very much enjoyed our lunch.
    Written October 24, 2024
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  • Jeroen M
    Gytheio, Greece220 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very well exhibition of Cartier-Bresson! And the permanent collection is also of high quality. Nice atmosphere. Worth a visit.
    Written October 27, 2024
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  • Michael C
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If in Athens, a do not miss is Pandora Art Gallery in Plaka! Every piece in this gallery is amazing. I purchased two clay sculptures made by a legendary local Athenian artist. The pieces were shipped to my home in the US in pristine condition. Very professional and knowledgeable staff. Unique, quality art at very reasonable prices.
    Written June 5, 2024
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  • thegogoj
    Huntington Beach, CA28 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    How to find words that encompass Lalaouns’ connection to nature, humanity and spiritual webs we are all a part of intimately. Big and Bold. Infinitesimal and critical. An artist working on many levels, in many dimensions - sometimes independently, sometimes simultaneously. Beautiful jewelry - yes, of course. But, also so much more.
    Written February 4, 2025
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  • Arfon J
    90 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    So glad that I decided to visit this museum whilst in Athens. Its in a convenient location close to Thissos Metro Station. I learnt so much history that we were never taught, and the Islamic Art there was fascinating and throughout time periods and countries. It featured ceramic, metal work, pottery, textiles; and of course tiles.
    The geometric patterns of Islamic Art never cease to amaze me.
    Finally the little cafe/bar at the top was welcomed and is really chilled out with wonderful views over Psyrri and Monastiraki, I could have stayed all day.

    I recommend a visit.
    Written September 22, 2024
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  • Carol B
    Cumberland, RI5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent customer service from the minute we walked into store. I needed something from their second location and they walked me to the other store! They stand by their products as I had a problem with an item purchased on a previous trip one year ago and they replaced a stone that had fallen out. This is a first rate operation.
    Written October 21, 2024
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  • John A Carter
    Lower Sackville, Canada5,673 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I found this gallery to be very well. It has a mixture of classical art as as well as contemporary art so there’s a little bit for everybody. Some of the paintings are just amazing. The buildings is quite new. It has lots of restrooms as well as a gift shop and a cafeteria there’s also a temporary exhibition which is also available for additional cost. Just check. The timing says the building is open different times.
    Written October 4, 2024
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  • Arndt M
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I would like to recommend this gallery because I think most people miss out on it and instead go to the Acropolis museum etc. I wouldn't have heard or known about it except that it was a 10-12 minutes walk from my hotel and I walked by there by coincidence. The gallery has a terrific staff that told me so much about Athens and its history.
    Written November 13, 2024
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA19,176 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a very large contemporary art museum so there is a lot space for big pieces. Some of the them were interesting, some not so much. Not many people here.
    Written December 31, 2021
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  • moleBath
    Bath, UK342 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A visit to Athens will usually include the big ticket museums but this small focused museum is well worth a visit
    Situated in Platia Agion Assomaton it is easily reached and is a permanent exhibition of the works of Alex Mylona the pioneer of the Greek modernist movement.
    An added bonus at the moment is the retrospective exhibition of the works of Ira Waldron and this temporary exhibition (Until Sep 1) is carefully exhibited and includes some really fine examples of her later works
    Written July 1, 2024
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  • elympos
    Europe404 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a hidden gem!
    This museum was such a surprise!

    Begin from the 5th floor and get your way down. Every floor has something to offer.
    In the 5th floor the beautiful space of the artist, with the library, the study room, the living space with some beautiful paintings and overall aesthetics!
    In the 4th floor the house, every room is unique and amazing! In the dinning room don't forget to get on the balcony, with the characteristic lattice dividers which are depicted in many of Ghikas paintings.
    The other floors where a surprise, with an extended collection of Greek Artist.

    There is no museum shop which was really sad.
    Written July 23, 2024
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  • elympos
    Europe404 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    In walking distance from "Larissa station" (red line-Subway) this museum offers the family collection of the artists artworks, in two floors.

    You pay an extra ticket to get to the last floor apartment where the personal belongings of Fassianos are displayed, a very unique experience, where photos are not allowed. Don't miss this tour.

    You don't need more than an hour for both, and it is worth your time.
    Written July 23, 2024
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  • asssos
    Nicosia, Cyprus665 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Paintings on the first floor were nice and interesting. This is what I consider art. After that I was rather disappointed. Even the Goulandris Foundation that I visited a few years ago was considerably better. No comparison to other national galleries such as Britain’s
    Written December 29, 2024
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