Epigraphic Museum

The Epigraphic Museum concentrates on the written word of ancient Greece, displaying inscribed marble stelae, blocks and vessels that record sacred laws, decrees and funerary epigrams. Its compact galleries sit right next to the much larger National Archaeological Museum, which makes it easy to overlook but rewarding for anyone curious about how Greek writing developed.

Reviewers praise the quality of the collection and suggest allowing more time than the short typical visit if you like reading the texts closely. Entry is free, and the quiet rooms suit a focused, unhurried stop.