Hellenic Maritime Museum

Located in the port city of Piraeus, the Hellenic Maritime Museum tells the story of Greek seafaring through detailed ship models, paintings and artifacts. The models range from ancient triremes and 18th- and 19th-century frigates to twentieth-century cruisers, freighters and oil tankers, and visitors note the patience and expertise behind their construction.

Machinery models and items of naval history add depth, and reviewers are often surprised by how many Greek-operated ships are represented. It is a modest, easily managed museum that rewards anyone interested in ships, sailing or the navy, and it sits conveniently near the harbour.