National Archaeological Museum Entry with Multilingual Audio Guide

About this experience

National Archaeological Museum Tickets The National Archaeological Museum houses one of the world's finest collections of ancient Greek artefacts. Located on Patission Street in central Athens, this essential museum traces the evolution of Greek civilisation from the Neolithic period through to Roman times. Your ticket includes entry to all galleries plus a multilingual audio guide that brings the ancient world to life. You'll encounter legendary treasures including the mask of Agamemnon, the powerful bronze statue of Zeus or Poseidon, and the elegant Aphrodite, Pan and Eros sculpture group. The museum's galleries span early Cycladic art, Mycenaean gold, classical sculptures, and Roman portraits. Each room reveals new stories about daily life, mythology, and artistic achievement in ancient Greece. Highlights Mask of Agamemnon, the famous gold funeral mask from Mycenaean Greece Bronze statue of Zeus or Poseidon, a masterpiece of classical sculpture Dipylon Amphora, a monumental ceramic vessel showcasing geometric art Horse and rider sculpture demonstrating ancient Greek athletic culture Stathatos Collection featuring exquisite ancient jewellery and metalwork Ancient Egyptian artefacts including mummies and religious objects Plan Your Visit to National Archaeological Museum The museum opens daily, making it easy to fit into your Athens itinerary. Allow at least two hours to explore the main collections properly, though archaeology enthusiasts could easily spend half a day here. The audio guide works through a mobile app available in six languages, so download it before your visit as mobile signal can be weak inside the galleries. Bring your own headphones as they're not provided. Photography is allowed throughout most areas, but flash and tripods are prohibited. The museum is fully wheelchair accessible and welcomes guide dogs. A cloakroom is available for bags and coats. Arrive early in the day to avoid crowds, particularly during peak tourist season. After exploring ancient Greek culture here, consider visiting the nearby Acropolis Museum tickets to see artefacts from the Parthenon, or take a Athens walking tour to discover how the ancient city connects to modern Athens.

Highlights

• A convenient entry e-ticket ensures you enjoy a hassle-free visit with a multilingual audio guide of the National Museum of Archeology is just the cherry on top! Admire the rich collection of Greek artifacts, from prehistoric times to late antiquity
• Must-see relics include the mask of “Agamemnon”, the bronze statue of Zeus or Poseidon, the horse rider
• Don't miss seeing the ancient Dipylon Amphora, the Sphinx statue, and the complex of Aphrodite and Pan
• Dive deeper into the art from antiquity with an engaging self-paced audio guide filling you in all details about the bygone era.

What is included

• Entry to National Archaeological Museum of Athens Audio guide in English, Greek, German, Spanish, French, and Italian Offline content - text, audio narration and maps

Not included

• Live guide Smartphone or headphones Transportation

Before you go

Before visiting the National Archaeological Museum, consider the following tips. Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking and standing for most of the 90-minute duration. Bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated. Avoid visiting during peak hours (10 am - 2 pm) if you can, as the museum can get crowded. The museum is wheelchair accessible, but some areas may be restricted due to renovation or special exhibitions. Plan your visit according to the museum's opening hours and ticket availability.

Cancellation terms

Cannot be canceled or rescheduled