Greece
8 Best Museums in Greece
The museums travelers rate highest across Greece, with what makes each worth the trip.
Ranked by traveler review volume across 647 tracked places in Greece. Updated monthly.
Acropolis Museum
Museum · AthensThe Acropolis Museum, opened in 2009, is a modern archaeological museum located at the foot of the Acropolis hill.
Read our full guide →Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)
Museum · AthensThe Roman Forum of Athens, also known as the Roman Agora, is a fascinating archaeological site located in the Plaka district, just north of the Acropolis.
Read our full guide →Museum of Illusions Athens
Museum · AthensThe Museum of Illusions Athens is a captivating space where science meets fun, located in the historic center of Athens.
Read our full guide →National Archaeological Museum, Athens
Museum · AthensThe National Archaeological Museum in Athens is the country's premier archaeological museum, offering a comprehensive journey through Greek history.
Read our full guide →Benaki Museum
Museum · AthensFree entryThe Benaki Museum in Athens offers a sweeping journey through Greek history and culture, from prehistoric times to the 20th century.
Read our full guide →Hellenic Motor Museum
Museum · AthensThe Hellenic Motor Museum, located in the heart of Athens, Greece, is a premier destination for car enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Read our full guide →Stoa of Attalos - Museum of the Ancient Agora
Museum · AthensThe Stoa of Attalos is a striking two-story colonnaded building that was originally built by King Attalos II of Pergamon around 150 BCE.
Read our full guide →Technohoros Art Gallery
Museum · AthensFree entryTechnohoros Art Gallery is a vibrant contemporary art space located on Lempesi Street in the Thissio/Makriyanni district, just steps from the Acropolis.
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Good to know
What is the best-known of the museums in Greece?
Acropolis Museum in Athens is the most reviewed, with 38,341 traveler reviews and a 4.7 rating. That makes it the safe choice if you are only fitting in one.
Which of Greece's museums is worth going out of your way for?
Stoa of Attalos - Museum of the Ancient Agora in Athens rates highest at 4.8 out of 5 across 3,662 reviews. Smaller crowds than the headline entry usually explain the gap.
Are any of these museums free to visit?
Yes, 2: Benaki Museum, Technohoros Art Gallery. That is based on each place's own visiting information, not an assumption about the category.
How is this list of museums ranked?
By how many travelers reviewed each place, filtered to those rated well enough to be worth your time, drawn from 647 tracked places in Greece. No one pays to appear on it, and the order is refreshed monthly as new reviews land.
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