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Benaki Museum

Name: Benaki Museum
Price range: $
Rating: 4.7

4.7 ·

Step into the Benaki Museum, a former family mansion packed with Greek history. Wander rooms from the Bronze Age to the 19th century, pausing at the richly displayed folk costumes.

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Full description

Housed in the former family mansion of collector Antonis Benaki, this museum covers Greek history and culture from the Bronze Age to the 19th century. Collections are beautifully displayed, and reviewers single out the folk costumes and the broad range of objects as highlights.

It is noticeably quieter than Athens' two big archaeological museums, which makes for relaxed browsing after days of temples and statues. Plan around 90 minutes, and note that booking is recommended.

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Address

Koumpari 1, Athina 106 74, Greece · Athina

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Booking recommended

Duration

1h30

Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

Intensity

Moderate walking

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Good to know

Book ahead where possible
allow about 90 minutes
head up to the top-floor cafe for a break with a view over the city.

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Reviews

An absolute must if you're visiting Athens. A great museum showcasing Greek history from the Bronze Age to 19th century. Very well curated and top class exhibits. Especially the folk costumes section and the two reconstructed rooms on the top floor. Would love a bit more variety in the museum shop, but that's a minor…

Antonios Kalogerakis

2/5

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