There are collections from Ancient Greece as well as exhibits from other periods in history including the Egyptians, Romans and a collection of Cypriot antiquities. This is in our opinion the best and most historically significant museum in Athens and is well worth a visit.
Which is better Acropolis museum or National Archaeological Museum?
The main museum in Athens is often considered to be the Acropolis museum, however its collection is limited to finds from the Acropolis site. The largest and most comprehensive Athens museum is the National Archaeological Museum with its extensive collection of finds from important archaeological sites all over Greece.
How big is the National Archaeological Museum Athens?
Its exhibition grounds, dozens of halls on each floor, cover an area of 8,000 m².
How much are tickets to the National Archaeological Museum Athens?
for archaeological sites and museums in Greece
| Museums & Archaeological Sites | Ticket | Winter Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Athens National Archaeological Museum | 15 € (April-October) 6€ (November-March) | Monday: 13:00 – 19:30 |
| Other Days: 8:30 – 15:00 | ||
| Acropolis Museum | 15 € (April-October) 10€ (November-March) | 8:00 – 19:30 |
| Monday: Closed |
Is it worth going to the Acropolis?
This sprawling site is a massive, living museum to all that we know as western civilization. A trip to Athens without a visit to the Acropolis should be illegal, but at a minimum it would be foolish. Doesn't matter how many times you've been, you'll always find something new to study, view or enjoy.
How long does it take to go through the National Archaeological Museum in Athens?
What is the largest archaeological museum in the world?
the Grand Egyptian MuseumOccupying a 120-acre (50-hectare) plot of land, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is the largest archaeological museum in the world.
How much is a ticket to the Acropolis?
Acropolis Entrance FeesThe admission for the Acropolis is: 20€ for the adults from April 01 to October 31. 10€ for the adults from November 01 to March 31. Free for children up to 18 years old (with valid ID or passport) and students from EU countries (with valid student ID) all year-round.
Is it worth going to the Acropolis Museum?
The view of the Acropolis itself from floor to ceiling glass is the best. A must see! For older or disabled travelers who find making it all the way to the Acropolis site, don't despair! This museum has everything you could ever want to learn and appreciate the history, architecture and art.
Which country has the most archaeological museums in the world?
There are more than 100 archaeological museums in Greece. Few get more than a handful of visitors a year. By B.C. MORE THAN 30m tourists visited Greece last year, but less than 0.001% of them made their way to the small archaeological museum on the island of Salamis (pictured).
What is the largest museum in the world ranking?
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| Name | City | Gallery space in m2 (sq ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Louvre | Paris | 72,735 (782,910) |
| State Hermitage Museum | St. Petersburg | 66,842 (719,480) |
| National Museum of China | Beijing | 65,000 (700,000) |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | New York City | 58,820 (633,100) |
