This place amazed me! Building a modern building architecture over historical attraction. In this I mean, they built building over the ancient bath, that is accessible on Ground floor outside. The amount of history and knowledge given by this place,we did not have an audio guided tour and it was still great. The museum is fairly large it would take a couple of hour to walk through it all! So go early! The layout of the museum we're very well thought and designed. The view, in which ever side or whatever level is only an addition the museum great knowledge. Whether you do this first before or after the Acropolis, it would be great information to then consolidate your knowledge about the Acropolis.

Very well put together and definitely a must see, after seeing the video presentations the museum has, you feel the only thing that would make this better is if England gave back the Elgin Marbles. I’ve seen them in London, but I feel they would have much stronger meaning if they were in Athens. When you go, definitely visit the dig site under the museum, to say this museum was well thought out is an understatement.

Can easily spend an entire day in the museum. Lots of historical items to see. The book shop sells books in multiple languages. On one of the floors, there is a cafe/restaurant if you need to take a break or when you bring along children to the museum. Purchase the ticket(s) on the museum's website in advance, and you will be able to enter the museum once you've arrived.

It's a very nice museum although a bit confusing. In some cases, it's not possible to take pictures no matter if you have maybe travelled thousands of miles to be there, obviously, I couldn't follow. There is a nice bar on the top floor with a great view of the Parthenon. I suggest purchasing the audio guide else you will not understand what you are looking at.

A beautiful modern museum, full of history and with a great atmosphere. The exhibits are priceless, of course, and the way they are presented is fabulous, giving immediately the feel of how/why/where they were situated in antiquity. The number one feature of this museum is the location and the 360º view around it. It is located under the Acropolis and the big windows are giving a nice view of the surrounding centre of Athens city. The restaurant on the balcony is of very high culinary standards and the view is superb. A "must go" place if you visit Athens.

Wonderful museum. All the ancient treasure but with a modern architecture design. Love the underground ruins. Bookstore is great! Recommend to come early (morning - before lunch time) or later in the afternoon to avoid large groups. Strongly recommend to book tickets online prior to visit.

The Acropolis Museum is my all-time favorite museum. It’s down from the Acropolis and the museum’s glass walls provide stunning views. You can purchase tickets ahead of time to avoid the line—or even purchase them on your phone while you’re standing in line. Both outside floors and some of the first floor inside are glass and you can see a dig below. There are four floors. A reading room. An outdoor cafe overlooking the Acropolis. And two gift shops. The museum captures the airy feel of the Acropolis itself and it’s best viewed when it’s not terribly crowded. I go every year I’m in Athens to visit my favorite displays. Be sure to look up outside the entrance/exit doors to see the statue of Athena as an owl. It’s on top of a metal pole outside. Beware of aggressive pigeons if you sit outside at the cafe—but dealing with them is absolutely worth it for the view. Also, keep track of your ticket because you’ll likely be asked to produce it again when you leave the cafe.

A must visit in Athens! I’d say, even for people not visiting museums on a regular it is worth to visit this museum! There is a big area underneath the building itself, which you can have a look at for free. The single ticket for the museum itself is 15 Euros. There are 3 floors full of old ancient tools, vases, figures, statues, parts of pillars. It’s an amazing collection of antique parts they’ve found and reconstructed. It’s also worth mentioning they’ve set all the parts in the same way the old Parthenon is constructed. So on the top floor you will find all the parts from the roof of the Parthenon. This was stunning, to see how wide the roof was and how big the parts and monuments were. We visited the museum on a Friday late afternoon around 5pm (open until 10pm on Fridays), there was no waiting line on the ticket booth. But we saw lot of people waiting in a long queue on Sunday early afternoon, be aware of that! We had a look at a lot of things and it took us around 2 hours for it.

This place is amazing. We did arrive at the end of the day and they were closing, but this is incredible. The mere fact that they build the museum on top of an archeological site that you can see through a glass floor is amazing and a must see. You will have to drop your bag at the entry though.

Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the Acropolis museum. Lots to see, admire, and be in awe of. Great views of the Acropolis hill and Parthenon. The well preserved underground ruins were the highlight of my visit. Great place for the whole family.

The new museum is very beautiful and it has a nice panorama terrace with view to the Acropolis! If you visit, you should have at least 2 hours but you can take half a day here if you look everything carefully.

Beautiful museum! The layout was incredibly beautiful and you could see the ruins underneath the museum. Bring your own headphones and scan the code to get information about the different displays- we forgot ours! The plaque display is oddly placed so on some pieces you have to kneel down to the floor to read what it says.

The architecture of this museum itself is so stunning. The entrance area slopes upward while you view the history and artifacts of the Acropolis’ “slopes” and the whole area has this dot pattern design resembling the foundational columns of the most important buildings. Then there’s the top floor, which feels like it was made to be a replica of the Parthenon but with modern materials - it has the same number of columns all around (but in steel) and all the archaeological displays are arranged around the main area in the same spots that they were on in the Parthenon. The whole top floor is even aligned to be directionally parallel to the Parthenon. You even get a great view of the real Parthenon from the top floor. Overall lots of excellent historical pieces with a detailed description of the Acropolis’ history through time. The original Caryatids (from the Erechtheion) are preserved here, and if you’re lucky you might even catch them restoring one with a light pulse technique that was invented in Athens. All plaques have English translations, so it’s very tourist friendly. There is also a super cool Lego rendition of the Acropolis on the second floor! I would say this is best visited after you’ve been to the real Acropolis, because you will appreciate the history and details a lot more once you’ve seen the real thing.

Fantastic amazing modern architecture absolutely loved the museum which was placed protectively above the ancient ruins below. Lunch was gorgeous sitting on the cantilevered canopy above the entrance and below the Acropolis. The artifacts enclosed are beautifully and imaginatively displayed. Definitely worth a visit when in Athens. Awesome!

Highly recommend this place to visit in Athens! The museum is designed to be visitor friendly and in modern style. The statues were vivid and many of them are with color, and reveals lots of interesting and surprising facts. I did not expect Athena is with red hair since her impression in my mind is simply made of marbles and in white. Besides the exhibitions, there is a fabulous rooftop bar on the second or third floor, on which you can have a good view of the Acropolis! Besides, the gift shop can be a good shopping place. The small statues, clothe handbags and the dictionaries are made delicately!

Great Museum. I really enjoyed the visit, some information: you are not able to eat or drink while walking around but you can eat or order something at the restaurant on the 3d floor. The museum was very interesting and i would recommend visiting the acropolis, before going here because it helps you imagine what it would have looked like thousands of years ago. There is a cloak room just before the start of the museum so you can put your bags or coats there if you do not want to carry them around while walking. Great Museum and would definitely recommend.

Beautiful execution of this museum! Really enjoyed it. An hour and half is perfect. If you’re there in the summer recommend it as a break from the heat too. Win, win! We brought tickets online. Recommend doing so. Saves time and energy.

This was an amazing experience! Many audio guides will just read the plaques in front of the artifacts so make sure to find more in-depth ones if that’s more your style. Be sure to check the excavation area under the museum and watch the video at the end of the path, it was very information and amazing to see how they did all they did for the museum!

Nice modern museum on top of ancient ruins. Next to acropolis rock , 1 minute from metro station. 10-15€ entrance depending the month you will visit .it has 2 stages and one under the building. All floors have glass to step so you see underneath. Everything has a description and they have audio description too .it's easy to walk . At the second floor they have a huge cafeteria bistro that you can enjoy your coffee looking at Parthenon and lykovitos hill .

Beautiful experience. If you have been to the Acropolis, I highly recommend visiting the museum as well. It’s just as spectacular as the Acropolis itself. Tips : if you are below 25 and from Europe, you can get free entrance - you just have to show a document proving that (i used my passport). I really appreciate that they do that - I think it’s encouraging youth to visit more cultural attractions. As I said, amazing. The place speaks for itself. Beautiful and interesting. Even if I had to pay, I would have gone. It’s a must.

An excellent museum displaying finds from the Acropolis. It's located in a modern building not far from the acropolis itself. The tickets are affordable and the collection is excellent. As usual with these kinds of places there are massive lines at the entrance so it's wise to arrive early.

We had our own tour guide of the museum and Parthenon. Went at 0800. Crowds were large by the time we left around 1100. Museum was a great display of the changes over the centuries, plus showed what statues and parts taken by England in early 1800s (and still have).

There is a tremendous amount of artifacts to see. The exhibits are well arranged and explained. It's a lot to absorb for the casual observer. But an inexpensive opportunity to peek into ancient Greece.

I wanted to extend my deepest gratitude for the exceptional service I experienced at Acropolis museum. Recently, I accidentally purchased duplicate entry tickets for a visit to your museum. Upon realizing my mistake, I reached out to your team, and I was genuinely impressed by the prompt and professional manner in which the matter was handled. Not only did you swiftly address my concern, but now also graciously arranged to refund me for the extra tickets without any hassle. This level of customer care truly exceeded my expectations, and I want to express my sincere appreciation for your dedication to ensuring customer satisfaction. It's evident that your team takes great pride in providing a positive experience for visitors, and I am incredibly grateful for that. Moreover, I wish to commend your museum for its commitment to excellence and innovation in preserving and showcasing cultural heritage. Your contributions to the arts and education are invaluable, and I have no doubt that you will continue to inspire and enrich the lives of many in the years to come. Once again, thank you for your outstanding service and for creating memorable experiences for visitors like myself. I look forward to future visits and witnessing the continued success and growth of your esteemed institution.

Awesome museum full of ancient (BC) artifacts all found locally! Very close to the Acropolis and a short walk to shopping and restaurants. This is a 'can't miss' visit but be forewarned - get here early because the line to get in gets very long very quickly. To make this visit even sweeter is the fact that directly under the museum is a live excavation site that you can wander in!

Must see attraction when coming to Athens. The museum itself is spectacular. Minimal wait time to enter (less than 10 minutes), staff were very helpful. It cost €10 for a single ticket on a weekday, which allowed you to view the entirety of the museum. The exhibits were stunning, and the cafe and views of the city were also stunning from the second floor. There was additionally a special limited attraction on the ground floor, which is only accessible by paying a secondary charge of €10. Overall, great place and would love to visit again.

The new Acropolis Museum is well worth a stop while touring through Athens, Greece. The modern architecture enhances the many exhibits and artifacts. A walk through the museum sheds light on ancient Athenian life. The views of the Acropolis and the surrounding area add to the experience. Highly recommended.

A great experience. The third floor dedicated to Parthenon was the best part. Save your energy for that part The free audio guide was nice, but it will take you hours to listen to every stop. You will need to bring your own headphones. Don't forget to visit the excavation under the building!

The museum is truly amazing. I had a one of a kind experience touring around. Everything is in several languages so understanding what each piece is was very simple. The layout is super fluid and the staff is very pleasant. Admission is on the cheaper side (not including a tour) and I wasn’t pleasantly surprised by the price of admission. I almost went back a second day because of how many things there are to read and look at. 10/10 experience.

Surely one of the world’s best museums. Even though it’s €10 entry, it is great value. I spent 4 hours here, it was so fascinating. You can learn a lot here. The objects are very well looked after and the space itself is quite beautiful. The staff are bullies though, a little bit. I think perhaps they know they are in a truly incredible place and get too excited about that. There is a bonus archaeological excavation under the building as part of the ticket. Don’t forget to take a photo of the Acropolis outside the restaurant on the second floor.

Buy the combined ticket online. You then just scan or show it at the entrance. Highly recommended! I didn't wait at all.. As for the Acropolis - it's definitely worth it, most impressive and interesting structure, however not my favourite of the top sites. It is great, no doubt, but the crowd is unimaginable, thus you can't really enjoy peaceful exploration. The top site can be explored in about an hour, HOWEVER (!!) be careful not to exit prematurely or you'll have to buy another ticket, depending on where you enter from. There are two entrances: on the top, and from the main street in front of the big glass museum. You should take the lower entrance and ask how to make your way up. I took the upper one, explored the Acropolis, exited, and was not allowed to go in from the other way. And I didn't see a way down through the Acropolis, but... oh well. The view is also good, the structure is in reconstruction, so the best thing about this part were the few statues.

The oldest acropolis in the world. Old, majestic, incredible, magical. I had no idea how this place would swallow me up. We were lucky that there were significantly fewer visitors that day. Some photos look like we are alone on the acropolis. I will never forget this visit.

Truly just a breathe taking experience! Healthy walk with beautiful vegetation all around. Spectacular views! - you can pretty much see all of Athens just stretching out in every direction around you. This place really just left me feeling full of wonderment looking at the beauty and craftsmanship of the marble columns! I could have spent hours up there just relaxing and taking in the views of Athens. Give yourself a minimum of 1+ hours to wonder about, this is not an experience you want to rush through.

Very clean. It was busy, but easy to gain entrance and explore. Wear shoes with good support and traction. The marble surfaces can be extremely slippery and uneven. I would set aside about 3 hours to see this sight.

What an astonishing piece of history!!! I couldn't recommend this monument more wholeheartedly, a brilliant building with a gorgeous history, we were lucky enough that our afternoon visit wasn't so busy, and the overall experience was fantastic. I would only suggest that you purchase tickets early as some mornings can be quite busy, but having the tickets means the que isn't too bad.

Wonderful place to visit! Truly remarkable and full of history and background for great photos. Great views of the city. To avoid crowds go earlier around 8am. Later it gets crowded and hotter. Went 3pm and it was busy in some areas and difficult to get pictures without strangers. Buy tickets in advance to avoid longer queues. Timed entry best to arrive at the scheduled time to avoid having to wait by the entrance. Walk area is very nice and quiet. Loads to see so plan to stay roughly 2hrs even more if want to seat around and marvel at the architecture grandiose around. Kids might get bored as there is nothing interesting for them. Enough supply of people looking to have the best instagram photo so be patient.

It was a great place to visit. The entrance fee is 10€/person. You should know that those of you who are less than 25 years old, from any European area, can go in for free. Let them know, otherwise, they won’t ask you about it. The place wasn’t crowded at all (early February).

It's the top place to visit in Greece and for a reason. All the history, the place itself, the constructions, the temples the theaters. Its absolutely a must do. Really enjoyed the view from the top. I would highly recommend to go early to beat the crowds. Its too many tourists and visitors. And it's worth it.

Great views and beautiful structures, just some information DO NOT go in the MORNING you might think that you want to get there early but don’t, so does everyone else that is one of the busiest times. You aren’t able to eat at the Monuments and i would recommend to bring extra water. over all a beautiful monument and i enjoyed visiting. PS if you are under 25 and from the EU you can get free tickets if you show your passport.

One of the most intriguing and iconic places. With a rich history and "how the heck this has been built", so interesting to visit this place. It gets very hot during the day so it's better to walk early in the morning or at sunset. A great sunset view across the museum. A must see place.

Good iconic place to visit, can be very busy but when we went (mid afternoon) it was quiet (and very hot - there isn't much shade here). A lot of steps to climb so you need to be fairly mobile.

Nice place to be but not that much to do there. A lot of people waited at the ticket booth while there were 2 unused ticket machines nearby. After buying a ticket, the waiting line is incredibly long,l. Tickets must be purchased for a specific time slot. There used to be 23k visitors per day, now it is capped to 20k so there are 'a lot' of people on site anytime.

Stunning views of a historic site. It was impressive to see all the remains and grateful of what has been restored. You will get some of the best views of the city as well as the Greek flag flying in the wind.

Recommend going early to beat the crowds. It’s a lot of walking and can take up to an hour if you soak it all in. Wear comfy shoes with a decent tread. It can get slippery on some of the smoother stones. I recommend seeing the museum FIRST to learn about it, then visit it in person. Great view!

Certainly busier to visit than it was last time I was here 7 years ago. Maybe due to tourist numbers, maybe due to certain changes hurding visitors around like cattle now, maybe due to the extra roping off of areas and walkways giving less freedom to explore. Whichever it is, definitely get tickets in advance....you'll queue longer for those than actually getting in. Other than that, still a fantastic monument to visit with breath taking views once your at the summit....

I bought my tickets online, adding the audioguide in my home language and it was a fantastic experience, there are so many things to know and if you don't invest a few euros you miss 90% and you will end up just watching carved stones. I suggest joining the first schedule at 8:00 am because very soon the place gets packed and you cannot enjoy or take good pictures.

Amazing site with such a great history and beautiful views of the city. It definitely worths dedicating some time to visit the place, see the Parthenon and learn about its history through the years. Tip: Free entrance every first Sunday of the month.

Although it was extremely windy when I visited, the views and being at a site where so much important history took place was well worth the effort. Hold on to the handrails if you need to, but if you’re in Athens, don’t miss the opportunity to visit this majestic place!

Beautiful monument. Incredibly busy, very hot and lots of stairs with smooth marble. None the less you can get great pictures and stunning views of Athens. Go early. The temperature at acropolis is higher than the city temp

Can't say much except that this place was absolutely amazing. I lived every minute of it. The crowds were huge but that did not curve my interest or excitement one bit. Pack some water and maybe some sun block it's hot with pretty much no shade. Put your good traction shoes on as some of the steps can be very slippery even when dry.

Amazing experience. Well worth the visit. Busy day, but despite the amount of people here the crowds were managed very well. No problems taking photos. If you have luggage there is a free cloakroom to store bags.

Amazing history and architecture, the best time to visit is first thing in the morning or at sunset, but definitely check the closing times so you allow enough time at the top before they start ushering people out. Avoid the middle of the day when many cruise ships come in with tour buses.

Just three words describes this beautifully amazing place.... SIMPLY AMAZINGLY LEGENDARY. The most iconic ancient ruins of the world of all time, with all due respect!!! A must visit in once lifetime, if possible. LEGENDARY... AWESOME... CLASSIC.. UNIQUE... EXCEPTIONAL...

A MUST go to place while exploring Athens. Highly recommend going in January like I did, the weather was great and there was wayy less people. Also make sure to get there as early in the day as possible!

Absolutely Amazing!!! This is the perfect time to visit as it wasn't crazy crowded. Weather was perfect with a slight breeze to ease the walk up. Recommend that you go out on the stadium side, more walking and it will bring you out in town near the museum. But you will have additional views and sights as you go down. All missed when exiting through the main entrance.

Great archeological site to visit. To avoid heavy crowds, we started early in the morning at 8 am. Always a good idea to have a licensed tourist guide so that you do not miss out the important details.

Not as bad of a walk as I thought to the top. Our guide stopped to talk frequently so you could rest. It was an Amazing place! Do not miss it!! I was in awe! There is an elevator for the truly handicapped to reserve in advance I think. I will remember this trip the rest of my life!

Fantastic, incredible history. More than a lot of places, it benefits from joining a good walking tour or listening to some Athens history podcasts first however. I can't even get into how many firsts seem to have happened here.

Make sure to reserve ahead online tickets to save the wait in the very long line to the tickets office. The entry line was short and quick. We enjoyed walking up the hill and the view at the top 360° is amazing. We were lucky to have a very bright weather with view to far ahead in all directions. Some of the roads to the top can be crowded but mostly we felt there is enough room. Make sure to equip with hat and water as there isn't too much shade there.

You feel the history when walking around the Acropolis. There are concrete walking paths so anyone can get around safely. There is also an elevator for easy wheelchair accessibility.

Beautiful buildings and stunning views, some works going on but you can still visit everything. Definitely worth visiting if you're an EU citizen u25 as entrance is free and if you're not EU, it's reduced to 10 euros. Huge crowds and some waiting time to get in so be warned.

Great place but very busy, buy tickets in advance which are 20e per adult if you are from the EU and kids go free. I would recommend getting a guide to visit and go as early as possible to avoid many people and heavy sun.

Amazing that this is still here after all this time. Walking through the ruins and seeing all of the architectural details combined with an awesome view of the city. We truly enjoyed this timeless treasure.

Stunning to see in person, incredible to be there. You can feel the history and will end up spending a lot more time than you'd expect. Views of Athens are a bonus

Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patron. Construction began in 447 BC, when the Athenian Empire was at the peak of it's power. It was completed in in 438 BC, although the decoration continued till 432 BC. The Parthenon is regarded as an enduring symbol of Ancient Greece, Athenian democracy and Western civilization and one of the world's greatest cultural monuments. The temple is generally considered to be the culmination of the development of the Doric order, the simplest of the three Classical Greek architectural orders. Since 2007 the Greek Ministry of Culture is carrying out a selective restoration and reconstruction to ensure the stability of the partially ruined structure. It is better to book the tickets online otherwise be prepared to stand in a long queue for minimum half an hour with no shelter above your head. It is better to visit after 5 PM when cruise and tour traffic is over. The view from the top is stunning. A good walking shoe is must and avoid high heels and don't forget it is a steep walk but doable with reasonable fitness. The lift is available for needy people and on the top it is mostly flat. Parthenon is THE place which can't be missed in Athens...

Lovely to visit and see remnants of the Roman past. Site is huge with a gentle climb up to the top. There is lots to see at the top views and buildings. Worth a visit if in the area.

It is a place of tremendous beauty and history, all rolled into one, it is without doubt a magnificent achievement and seeing the stones in reality, certainly steeps you into their past lives and tragedy. There is a fair amount of uphill walking and little in terms of reading material. Staff quite aggressive when one accidentally walks to a restricted pet, which happens to be unmarked

Completely stunning. I'd highly recommend going early in the day, the wait will be shorter and in summer there is no shade so cooler for walking. There is a lift if you need more accessibility, but wheelchair users may struggle.

Very pretty. It's currently under renovation on one side, but everywhere is fine and great for photos. Marble floors are quite slippery, so I'd advise (especially if travelling with kids) to avoid during rainy days. Overall ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Amazing to see in-person and that it's still standing. Definitely go at your own pace and lots of areas for pictures. Warning ⚠️ it's mostly marble walk stones and they are very slippery.

It was very warm- which meant it wasn’t crowded. Don’t go behind the ropes, don’t touch allow the world to enjoy this historic site up close and personal. Even with scaffolding in areas the Parthenon was very accesible visually.

Went back to the Motherland in July (the same week as the heat wave). Didn’t matter had a superb time even with the crowds. FYI - water is super expressive inside the Parthenon so bring your own or pay up. It is amazing what the Athenians were able to build and being able to walk around and absorb the ancient history is truly inspiring. I was able to get some early morning photos which added to the beauty. I did not buy tickets in advance and I think it only set me back 15 minutes. FYI - If you are a student or you are traveling with kids bring your kid’s passport to get the student discount. This is to show the age. No negotiation whatsoever. My son is 16 and had his student ID. Didn’t matter, no passport, no discount. So, I had to pay the full price for him.

History! Fantastic place! Must see! Good to see the progress of rebuilding these beautiful buildings! A lifetime memory for every visitor! Highly recommended to come and see if you are in Athens. Buy your ticket online and come early as the heat can rise high and the crowds of people.

Truly beautiful experience. It's astonishing when one realizes the significance of this historical monument. Worth the visit; I would recommend having a guided tour as there are so many things to learn and so little time. I would also recommend buying tickets beforehand (online) but from the official government website (hhticket.gr).

Stunning place. Recommended going later in the afternoon for sunset which is beautiful. Path to top is rather difficult, and a certain level of fitness is required

This is my second visit in the last 10 years. The wow factor is gone, but the sight remains overwhelming. Not suitable for wheelchair and people having difficulty climbing stairs, as there are some steeper slopes and about 90 steps. The best time to go is in spring and fall, and summer temperature could be hot on all the stone and rock surfaces. If you join a tour group that purchased tickets in advance, the wait is above 30 minutes. On your own wait time could be 1-2 hours.

Complete stunning! The Parthenon, a symbol of classical Greece, stands proudly atop the Acropolis in Athens. Its grandeur and architectural brilliance continue to inspire awe centuries later. Dedicated to the goddess Athena, this masterpiece showcases Doric columns, intricate friezes, and a rich history that beckons visitors to marvel at its enduring magnificence. It is a must visit to go to when in Athens. I highly recommend.

Greece as we know is the epicenter of all the major events in the history of europe and this place makes u feel the same. The ruins still has so much life in it that it oozes the history out. This place goes restoration from time to time and may hamper the photographic experience. Rest once in a lifetime experience with beautiful view of Athens city.

Beautiful buildings and stunning views, there is some maintenance going on but you can still visit everything. Definitely worth a visit huge crowds and some waiting time to get in so be warned. I recommend visiting an ancient civilization

Incredible standing amongst such history and amazing architecture. The views of the city are great. Very hot as there are literally 2 trees once you have gone to the top. Best times to go are early morning or late afternoon as the temps are cooler and the structures themselves provide shade.

It is magnificent and grand. But it is out in the sun. If you are going in summer, be careful of the heat and people - tins of them. Now, don't let this discourage you, you should go either in the morning or afternoon but if you want to learn absolutely everything there is to learn about this place then you should visit the museum. It is the perfect place to learn all about Parthenon. The view of Athens from the top of Acropolis is beautiful.

Long queue to enter - very unorganised and a little signage and postal support could make the experience smoother. Very beautiful place and a must-see when you visit Athens

Just an incredible place that is a must see as it gives you a true sense of the size and scale of the site. Well worth the visit but it can be very hot and crowded during peak season. My visit was in Late October so it was fantastic.

Pantheon in Rome is an awesome place. It’s one of the few monuments which was constructed many centuries ago but with stood the earth quakes. The highlight is its dome which is unique in the world and it’s amazing to see the architecture of those times.

Worth visiting, you get see a breathtaking view from above. I went early at 8:00 so it was not crowded, started to be crowded around 9:30

Beautiful archeological site. Graffiti isn’t as bad as with the rest of Athens and no smell of urine. Humans have left their mark however. That said, the acropolis is beautiful. Let’s face it, you have to go. There are throngs of people of course, so if you want cool pictures, go super early or be tall like me and you can cut out most of them.

There are no words to review this place. Parthenon is a wonder of our human culture. Built on Acropolis hill, this building is a temple and was used as a mosque and a church under various rulers of Athens. Now, the reconstruction work is going on and the added sculptures are almost 100% ruined but the structure still stands. Visiting Acropolis Museum surely clears the structural idea of the Parthenon.

Just another absolutely beautiful place to see. We went early and we used the same taxi the whole day to be our tour guide from the cruise ship terminal. We got there before the tour buses and had a great time.

Beautiful place. I came at 1am so I could get pictures without the crowds. The night time also has a magical feel but unfortunately all gates were closed

Must visit site with historic architecture aplenty. The hilltop at Acropolis should be on every visitor list to Athens. It's simply amazing.

Such a majestic place. The history and the views can't be completely captured in video and pictures. Highly recommend.

Lots to see on way up, spectacular views from the top. Would have happily paid the 56€ package (museum Inc) but coming on a religious holiday meant free entry, even for us atheists, so if you do book in advance, do a little research first.

I really enjoyed the walk from the museum up to the top. It was awesome up there, gorgeous views, all around. Very enjoyable. Not crowded at all, nobody in line.

Not for those that have difficulty walking uneven surfaces or stairs. Otherwise a wonderful site. Over 2500 years old. Incredible!

Absolutely stunning. Visited in April, busy but not packed like I’ve been told. Key points: bathrooms are scarce, so plan accordingly and there’s lines. Buy tickets prior to arrival if you’re able, or search a walking guide tour that includes entrance tickets. Worth experiencing yourself!

Breathtakingly beautiful piece of history and architecture. I’d recommend going early in the morning, first thing when the acropolis opens, as it can get very busy and crowded later on during the day. I downloaded the audio guide which was quite good and as I’m a slow reader it helped. Lots to look at apart from the Panthenon too. Beautiful views over Athens on the terrace/ balcony/ platform. A must visit !

We quite enjoyed our stay here. We came as a family and already had our tickets booked. We also had an audio tour guide booked trough get your Guide. That worked quite good and we were able to spent a nice afternoon looking at the expositions. The museum is quite big and is lovely organized. The small garden was quite lovely as well.

One of the best museums i’ve ever visited! A must see for those who love archeology, ancient greek and/or art. Such and impressive collection of mainly statues! This museum offers you a trip trough the history of Greece, having pieces from every time period. It really shows the progression of art trough the ages and how the Greeks ended up with their iconic style. When in Athens make sure to visit!

I paid 6€ off peak (winter) to visit. Rich history, just a pity that there is no audio guide yet. But there is sufficient written info to not be completely lost. The cafe in front of the museum is a lovely place too :)

A good, simple archaeology museum in the centre of Athens. The layout is straightforward to navigate. The descriptions to the exhibits are well-written in English and Greek. There is also historical information about the different eras, which was very helpful for better insight into the Hellenic culture.

Definitely worth visiting to see the pieces from across the region from various points in its vast history. Descriptions in English for almost every piece being exhibited. During our visit, several rooms were roped off and unavailable, although exhibits appeared to be in them. Easily reached by public transit or the multiple hop-on, hop-off buses. Admission fee not included in Athens multi-pass.

Wow! We went on a rainy day with my family who was visiting Athens. I honestly loved it. I think I will go back. Tickets are free if you are under 24(or 25/26 can't remember) I enjoyed staying there, they actually have a great variety of statues and even a greater collection of gold objects. It is all amazingly organized and they even have an egyptian collection too. I am literally amazed! This is one of the best museums i have ever Visited. I Visited quite a few especially when I went to London in Uk. Great! Very great!

Wow. If there is one thing to do in Athens besides visiting the Acropolis, it is this museum. This is filled with tons of rare artifacts and knowledge about the entire history of Greece. You can see beautiful statues starting from Ancient Greek all the way up to the Roman period. They have an incredible display of items that easily should take you several hours to review in full. I also highly suggest going to their cafe at the end for some excellent coffee.

This was a great museum. The flow was amazing. It casually directed you through the entire museum with arrows on the ground. The staff here is incredibly helpful and ready to answer questions to their ability. I would recommend going on your own without a guide because the group sizes were very large and seemed to take away from the amazing pieces of history. I'd highly recommend visiting this museum and stopping by the cafe downstairs. It has a lovely atmosphere and some historical artifacts within it.

Interesting museum with lots of cool artifacts and iconic statues! Bag was taken and held at the free coat check but we could keep water with us (definitely bring water). Bring your passport or other ID if travelling with teens - may qualify for a cheaper price if you can prove they’re below 18! Only down side was that many areas were restricted to tours only.

We spent around 3 hours. 12€ during summer and 6€ during winter, but check the website, because there are days and special occasions with free entrance.. It is worth a visit and captures the entire ancients history of greece with marvellous exhibits.

It hosts some of the most important artifacts from a variety of archaeological locations around Greece from prehistory to late antiquity. It is considered one of the greatest museums in the world and contains the richest collection of Greek Antiquity artifacts worldwide

Pretty epic start. The first two halls are jam-packed with fascinating artifacts and information. Perhaps it was a mistake to go in the morning as I was constantly surrounded, bumped and blocked by blobs, herds and objectionable mobs of guide-led tour groups composed mostly, it seemed, of the world’s vapid masses. Their camera phones are senselessly, frantically snapping away. It again seemed, like every other museum in the world, that no one really pauses to read the provided literature anymore. Fortunately, the throngs of people thinned out and by the afternoon it was a bit more pleasant. Perhaps that is your ideal time to attend. Unfortunately, a few of the halls were closed off (though the lights were still on) and the artifacts were just sitting idle, still seemingly capable of being glanced at by some curious onlooker. Too bad. Eventually, depending on how much ancient statues, stonework and drapery you’ve seen, it becomes less captivating and more of a commonplace, sign of the times of what the privileged, upper classes paid to have produced to have their greatness memorialized. I planned to break up my visit with a snack at the cafeteria but there was a dismal spread that left me still pretty famished for the latter half. So if you want to spend a few hours there, and make your way through with intention, have a sufficient meal beforehand. All said, coming face to face with the mask of Agamemnon, or whomever the actual gent was, is a moment certainly worthy of the entrance fee.

So many incredible pieces and a really great chronological display explaining everything in detail (and in English). Learned a lot about Greece’s history through these collections. Keep in mind that the entire right wing of the museum is closed off right now (as of April 2024), so you’re basically not getting to see a third of the collections…a bit unfortunate because you’re still paying full price for the ticket, hopefully they open it back up soon.

This museum is ideal for those who are interested in exploring the breadth of Greek history, including ancient civilizations. If you're visiting alone, don't forget to rent an audio guide at their reception in your preferred language. It is recommended to visit this place after the Acropolis Museum, if the Acropolis is your main attraction in Athens. If you're interested in delving deeper into Greek history after that, this is the great place for you!

Fabulous building, an easy walk away from Omonia Square. Once inside, the sculpture and statuary are nothing short of astonishing in many cases and the jewellery and gold vessels are stunning. If you're in any wayinterested in the cultural side of Athens, this should be on your list of visits to be made.

This was quite a beautiful museum. It costs €12 per adult, students under 25yrs are €5. It took us about 4 hours to work through the whole two story building. It has so many beautiful statues, weapons, vases and jewelry going all the way back to 3000 BC.

No trip to Greece is complete without this museum. This museum is worth every penny of the entrance fee. It is well lighted, chronologically laid out with plaques that explained what you were looking at. Lots of statues and armor and pottery of different eras.There was so much to look and all so interesting at this museum that you would need several hours. You will not be bored!

I just had a short visit intend to return soon then will give a update. Visit was fantastic no bags allow inside. No problem they have a holding cell for it😁. Don't leave your phone you need it to take photos. I really enjoyed it and was surprised by the volume of the little I've see.

Worth visiting if you want to learn more abou the history of Athens and Greece and you have some spare time. I visited the museum in November when the price was reduced to 6€ and I didn't have to wait at the entrance at all. Inside, it is a little unclear which direction to follow, but the displays are very interesting and you can learn a lot.

A great collection of tools and artifacts from all over Greece, this museum is absolutely impressive. There was almost no queue this time of year, and the entrance fee of 6 euros is reasonable for the amount of work and artefacts we see. I was told that Greece has more archaeological museums than any other country, and this museum is perfect one of the best amongst museums in Greece. Centrally located, and it was great to spend the whole morning here. Highly recommended.

Beautiful & educational place with hundreds of artifacts. I enjoyed reading the texts and interpretations a lot. Most artifacts are uncovered. Notes: 1) you can't take backpacks inside but they have free storage 2) under 25 enters free 3) ticket was 12€

Its collection showcases a wealth of pottery, sculpture, jewelry, and coins, providing a comprehensive glimpse into the rich history of ancient Greece. You need at least 3 hours to see everything, with rest. They have a beautiful cafe. No student discount. 6€ per person.

We learned Athens is a city full of treasures and we found no single place with more of them than the National Archaeological Museum. From jewelry to sculpture and almost anything else. The displays are grouped by periods of time so that viewing the exhibits is like walking through history. We felt this museum allowed us to explore a huge amount of ancient Greek culture all in one place.

World class. What a mindbendingly fascinating museum. A highlight of Athens and good value. I had 2.5 hours to see it and it was only just enough. The range of things to see is incredible: Bronze Age, Mycenaean, Minoan, Roman, Egyptian periods, and more. There were so many objects there older than 3,500 years, it’s astounding. A lot of it is in fine condition. This was my second-favourite museum in Greece after Acropolis Museum. There is a bathroom and a cafeteria downstairs along with some gardens. It’s unlikely you will be allowed to bring a bag in, but there is free storage and the staff were lovely about it.

Paid full price for a ticket yet only 40 of the 65 rooms were available to be viewed. The others, while perfectly ready, were blocked off due to insufficient staff to manage the space. The staff are great with the limited resources they are given by the Director of the Museum and the Minister of Culture who appear not to care about the paying public. Several rooms that I wanted to see were not available. This pattern is seen across many of Archaeological sites throughout the city. I gave two stars for the staff and the free audio guide (that just as easily could be made available online). Will the Minister of Culture, Greece (who is an archeologist) care for the museums she has responsibility for? In regards to entry, the long queue is due to all bags being scanned in entry using ONE machine. More machines, quicker entry. It's only going to get worse in the peak season.

Incredible collection of unique historical artifacts from 2600BC till early Roman Empire times. For fans of history — a must to visit in Athens. PS: make sure you have passport/ID with you so you can ask on Info spot an audioguide device.

Impressive stuff, this museum has lots to offer, it takes you back in time, one needs lots of time to visit and read maximum stuff. Good thing is that Kids with EU passports visit free, most of the attractions in Greece had this policy, they have different prices for the European nationals. So don’t forget to check if these discounts apply to you.

Great museum! MUST GO! Only €6 and you get your money's worth. I went twice while in Athens. The museum is filled with many ancient artifacts and can take someone a while if they are particularly interested. Must see exhibits include the Antikythera computer, the Greek moon rocks, statue of Perseus, and the unidentified statue of Zeus-Poseidon. The garden in the lower level is also quite beautiful.

The National Archeological is a mandatory site to see while visiting Athens. It has the largest collection of Classical Greek art in Greece, however parts of the museum were closed off for no particular reason (there were no renovations). I was disappointed that I couldn’t see everything and I think that the Museum should let visitors know in advance that certain areas will be closed off before they purchase their tickets, plus let them know till when will certain collections be unavailable.

Great historical place. Only 10 euros for adult admission, which came with an audio explanation for 12 locations. Each audio location was only about 3 minutes, so it was exact, concise, not overwhelming. It took about an hour to see it all. We thoroughly enjoyed learning about the history of the Olympics, past and present.

I can't believe that I could stand on The Stadium of The first modern Olympic Games! The Stadium was built in 1896 but It's still a very strong and hard place! Very clean and keeps it so well. Visitors can climb to the top of the floor and real-see the Olympic logo within one foot! The little Stadium museum inside the playground where you can find many Olympic torches together!

An incredible sight. It ignites the imagination. No matter where you stand it has a great view. It was built in the 4th Century BC and it has hosted many Olympic games ever since. There is a little museum here that displays nearly all the Olympic torches and a tiny little gift shop inside. This place inspires you to become an athlete. I definitely recommend a visit here.

Just FANTASTIC. Take the audio guide and your time to enjoy that masterpiece. History here is amazing. You can also start a Strava trace as we did, just because it's fun and you can. From one side ti the other.

Being abit of a sports buff, it was definitely worth visiting the stadium from 1896. In the winter period alot of the souvenir stalls were shut though. You had free range to climb to the top and walk around with a view. You can also walk through a tunnel that leads to all the Olympic torches and posters

This was one of my most memorable visits in Athens! The stadium, everything made from marble and the small museum side was very beautiful! If visiting during high season and on the weekend, then I recommend buying tickets in advance.

Place were you can live your Olympic fantasy. It is the first modern Olympic stadium but still has the charisma of the active stadiums. It has a small museum with touches from all Olympic events of the past. You can access the track and can try your legs. Tickets can be bought on site and are €10.

Astonishing and wonderful place! This is truly a raw and rugged landmark of ancient times and worth an engaged visit. It boasts incredibly panoramic views of the entire stadium and the history of it is very palpable. To stand where the Olympics of countless years past were held, is truly both thrilling and wondrous. The stadium is great for pictures as well, and you get bountiful views of other classical Athens landmarks on all sides of your view. Truly recommended to visit and enjoy! This is beautiful Greece and Athens at its wonderful best!

I have no words to express this fantastic monument. I am grateful that I got a chance to walk and see the place where the first Olympics took place. This stadium is more than 2300 years old but looks newly constructed as it is fully built with marble that never ages. There is a 10 euros fee per person to get in, but it is nothing compared to what you get out of it. They give you an audio guide when you submit your ID card temporarily.

Really interesting, and I was a bit surprised with how much I enjoyed it due to the great free audio guide. Interesting history and kept in beautiful, clean condition. We went at about 5.30pm to avoid the heat and this was good. No queue at this time, for tickets or audio guide, and less than 30 people around (June 2023). Reduced admission with showing student card, even international. We spent about 40 minutes there, which is enough time with the audio guide and still seeing the hall with previous olympic torches.

Interesting place with rich history! Though it wasn’t the highlight of my day i still enjoyed my visit! I would recommend climbing up on the right side when you enter to peek over the edge to get this nice view of the Acropolis! (last photo in this review) There is also a small museum that you should visit! There is probably some shade and you can buy drinks and ice cream at the entrance.

Built entirely out of marble, probably the only one of its kind in the whole world! It is also the site of the first modern Olympics. Deeply rooted in history, it was the centre for Panathenaic games before it was consumed by time. Beautiful and majestic, it is definitely worth the entrance fee. Though it looks easy, the climb to the top is a quick workout, but the views are extremely rewarding. It also houses a small museum which has all the original Olympic torches used till date, along with the official logos of each meet. Without a doubt, one of the not-to-be-missed features of Athens!

Birthplace of the Olympic Games. Well worth a visit and one of few older attractions in Athens. Great views if you can walk to the top of the arena. Great place for all ages to visit. On the opposite side of the road is a big park that it is worth visiting. The stadium is a fair bit away from other attractions so public transport might be necessary.

It was one of my best experiences! 🇬🇷🩷 It takes almost 2 hours that you listen to the audioguide, take photos etc. I think it worth the price, but the ticket price do not contain the toilet, you need to pay extra money, if you would like to use it.

Oh my, what an atmosphere, what a place. Audio guide device is included and I recommend you take one and follow the narrator, such history is revealed and fascinating facts about the place that you would otherwise overlook. There are no 'off-limits' areas and you can sit in one of two pairs of royal thrones as you please. Be warned all that polished marble makes for heat in a sunny day so take it easy and hydrate. It's quite a sight and you can't help but imagine the great spectacle of the early Olympians competing there. Cheap entry and no time limit, there is a small Olympic museum up the atmospheric gladiator entrance tunnel carved through rock and marble, worth a visit, I'll leave the audio guide to tell you about the naked dancing maidens 😉

Massive. The steps were tiring, but making it to the top was very satisfying. A unique experience; we climbed to the top then walked full circle from start to end of the stadium. We went in the middle of the day so it was hot. Price was okay, and the place wasn’t crowded.

Awesome place, with so much history about the Olympic games. It is incredible how this stadium could sit more than 60 thousand people. Right now it is restored and it looks pretty similar to the original one with a few exceptions. There is also a museum which is included in the ticket, which you need to be careful not to miss because it's a bit hidden. In there you will find even more history and most of the Olympic torches from over the years. Overall, definitely a must visit.

Very nice visit thanks to the audio-guides (available in different languages) who explains you more about this amazing place. As a sport fan it was a must do visit and it was lovely, you also have a little shop inside and a little "museum" with some posters and torches of the past Olympics. I would also recommend to go to the top of the stadium to have an amazing view of the Acropolis and the city of Athens. Only negative point was that we couldn't go on the track because they are preparing an event..

There is no toilet inside so better spend 1€ to use the toilet right next to the ticket office outside. It is worth a visit but all the exhibitions about Olympics games are displayed in a loveless way, it is quite a pity.

It’s nice to see (at a distance) and its huge, but considering you're permitted to walk all over the Ancient Agora of Athens, it’s a shame they won’t let anyone in to sit and be amazed by this marble arena - after all its simply marble rock, easy to clean and easy to police as its wide open (if you keep visitors off the track.) Sad i never got to climb up and imagine what it would have been like on a sports day. Would I recommend? You'll see as much driving past on a bus. Would I go back. Only if I could go inside.

Stunning stadium, with so much history. We loved walking round, climbing the steps and checking out the view from various points, stepping on the running track and posing on the winning podium. Some great views of the Acropolis from one side too.

What a place to visit. A must do if you are in Athens. So much history and also a free guided tour you can download on iPhone that is available in multiple languages. Just need to scan the QR code at the guided tour part after you go in. There are then numbers around the stadium indicating which part you need to listen to- 12 I believe in total. Very small cue to get in, about 5 minute wait. Imagine in the summer this place gets busy. Good price for what it was and spent a few hours exploring and taking lots of photos!

Life-time experience! Stepping into the Panathenaic Stadium felt like traveling back in time to experience the grandeur of ancient Greece firsthand. The sense of history and majesty within its walls is unparalleled, making it an unforgettable destination for anyone seeking a profound connection to the past. Standing on the same grounds where ancient athletes competed is an experience that resonates deeply with the soul.

A good location for photography enthusiasts. You have the option to enter the stadium with an entrance fee, or simply capture some shots from the outside. Either way, you won’t be disappointed. There is a hill next to the stadium where you could take more pictures.

A beautiful stadium with a rich history and pretty stunning views. To really enjoy it make sure to rent the audio guide and it will make your experience much, much more worthwhile. The entry fee and audio guide come at an affordable price tag. I recommend it.

Tickets are €10, and is not included in the combo pass nor is it part of any attractions packages. If fact, unless you really want to walk around in the stadium and pose for photos in the podiums, you can really just take photos from outside. Its a really grand and nice stadium, so definitely worth paying it a visit if you are near. It is located very close to the Temple of Olympian Zeus.

Really enjoyed visiting this attraction great mix of the old feel but having been reconstructed you can actually walk around on and in the stadium which gives a real sense of the original building. While we visited local schools were playing sports which most be a great inspiration for the young children.