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# Museums in Athens

## Quick answer

The best museums in Athens are Acropolis Museum and National Archaeological Museum. World Museum Guide covers 2 museums in Athens, Greece, with verified admission prices, opening hours and how long to allow for each. Check each guide for prices and free days.

Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.

## Athens museums compared: price, time needed and closing day

| # | Museum | Admission | Time needed | Closed |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | [Acropolis Museum](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/acropolis-museum/) | €15 | 2 hours | See hours |
| 2 | [National Archaeological Museum](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/national-archaeological-museum-athens/) | €12 | 2–3 hours | Mondays |

Standard adult prices, checked from 2026-06-30. Confirm on each museum's official website before you go.

## Athens museums, ranked

 

### [Acropolis Museum](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/acropolis-museum/)

Art Museum · Best for art lovers & first-timers

The Acropolis Museum is an archaeological museum focused on the findings of the archaeological site of the Acropolis of Athens. The museum was built to house every artifact found on the rock and on its feet, from the Greek Bronze Age to Roman and Byzantine Greece.

€15 · ⏱ 2 hours

 

### [National Archaeological Museum](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/national-archaeological-museum-athens/)

History & Archaeology · Best for history enthusiasts & art lovers

The largest archaeological museum in Greece — Mycenaean gold, the Antikythera mechanism, the Artemision Bronze, and the world's finest collection of ancient Greek art under one roof.

€12 · ⏱ 2–3 hours · Closed Mondays

Visiting on a budget? See every [free and discounted museum in Athens](https://worldmuseumguide.org/free-museums/athens/).

## Museums in Athens: FAQs

### What are the best museums in Athens?

The best museums in Athens are Acropolis Museum and National Archaeological Museum. World Museum Guide ranks 2 museums in Athens by visitor numbers and collection strength.

### How many museums in Athens does World Museum Guide cover?

World Museum Guide covers 2 museums in Athens, Greece. Each guide lists admission, opening hours, highlights and how long to allow.

### Which museums in Athens are free?

No museum in our Athens guide is free for every visitor. Free or reduced on certain days or for certain visitors: Acropolis Museum (Under 18 free) and National Archaeological Museum (First Sunday of month free (November–March)).

### Which museums in Athens are open on Mondays?

Open on Mondays: Acropolis Museum. Closed on Mondays: National Archaeological Museum. Hours can change on public holidays, so check each museum's official website.

### Which museums in Athens are open late?

Late openings: Acropolis Museum (Friday until 10:00 PM) and National Archaeological Museum (Tuesday to Sunday until 8:00 PM). Evening visits are usually the quietest time to see the highlights.

## More in Greece

[All Greece museums](https://worldmuseumguide.org/countries/greece/)