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Skip-the-Line Tickets to National Archaeological Museum

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    Explore rare artworks and artifacts from prehistory and antiquity at the largest archeological museum in Greece.

    Highlights

    • Enter the largest archaeological museum in Greece and admire over 11,000 exhibits right from the Neolithic era.

    • The collection of antiquities like sculptures, pottery, jewelry, and more give you an insight into ancient Greece.

    • Marvel at glorious artifacts such as the mask of Agamemnon and the statues of Zeus and Poseidon.

    • The Bronze statue collection also reveals the skills and talent of the metal workers from these ancient times.

    • Upgrade your ticket to enjoy learning about everything that you see with an audio guide.

    • Fun fact: There are over 250,000 negative pictures and photographs in the Photographic Archive documenting the research and study of the Museum.

    Inclusions

    • Skip-the-line entry to the National Archaeological Museum

    • Booking fee

    Cancellation policy

    These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from United States, Australia, United Kingdom and over 26 countries have loved this experience
    Paola Nicté Valero Pacheco

    Paola

    5/5

    Feb, 2024

    Los boletos funcionaron muy bien, no tuvimos que hacer fila en ninguna de las atracciones, quizás por la baja temporada, pero fue muy útil llevarlos previamente comprados. Incluye todo lo que menciona.
    Monir A Sakha

    Monir

    5/5

    Dec, 2023

    It is much easier to purchase the tickets ahead of time for these very fantastic and popular destinations and attractions.
    Gaetano mercandalli

    Gaetano

    5/5

    Dec, 2023

    absolutely positive, purchased online with paypal (on the museum's website it was notpossible) and priority access. all perfect.
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    Lisa Doe

    Lisa

    5/5

    Oct, 2023

    Amazing building excellent friendly staff, and outstanding items on display. What an incredible place thank you 😊
    Diane k Stegmeir

    Diane

    5/5

    Oct, 2023

    Wonderful exhibit liked the variety. Good information. I also liked the cafe and sitting outside looking at the olive trees and artifacts

    The National Archaeological Museum of Athens is the largest archaeological museum in Greece and one of the most important museums in the world devoted to ancient Greek art. It was found at the end of the 19th century, in 1829, to house and protect antiquities from all over Greece thus displaying their historical, cultural and artistic value.

    Experience the National Archaeological Museum at your own pace with a skip-the-ticket-line admission ticket sent directly to your email, and travel back to ancient times to admire masterpieces from various periods of Greek history. You'll have access to famous objects of the past such as the Gold Deathmask of Agamemnon, the Antikythera mechanism, the Cup of Nestor, the Ring of Theseus, not to mention masterpieces of sculpture like the statues of Aphrodite and Poseidon. For the dedicated travelers of history, this is an unmissable opportunity not to miss the essentials of Greece.

    Acropolis

    Monday8:00 AM - 7:30 PMlast entry 7:00 PM
    Tuesday8:00 AM - 7:30 PMlast entry 7:00 PM
    Wednesday8:00 AM - 7:30 PMlast entry 7:00 PM
    Thursday8:00 AM - 7:30 PMlast entry 7:00 PM
    Friday8:00 AM - 7:30 PMlast entry 7:00 PM
    Saturday8:00 AM - 7:30 PMlast entry 7:00 PM
    Sunday8:00 AM - 7:30 PMlast entry 7:00 PM

    Important Information

    • Please bring along your passport or a government ID.

    • This experience is suitable for wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

    • Photography is allowed without flash or tripods.

    Operating Hours

    • Daily: 8am to 8pm
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.

    Ticket Redemption Point

    • Redeem your ticket at the entrance of the attraction: National Archaeological Museum.

    • Address: 28is Oktovriou 44, Athina 106 82, Greece.

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

    Getting There

    By Bus

    • The closest bus stop is Polytechneio. It is a quick 4-minute walk to the redemption point.

    • Board bus 224 to get you there.

    By Metro

    • The closest metro stop is Omonia. It is a quick 10-minute walk to the redemption point.

    • Board bus M1 and M2 to get you there.

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