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Museums in Greece - Archaeology and more

Virtually visit great Greek museums and plan your trip to Greece to include these fascinating collections of Greek arts.
Nautical Museum of Greece - Piraeus
Like ships? You'll adore this museum with its extensive collection of paintings, models, artifacts and maps devoted to the ships of Greece, both ancient and modern.
Athens - Museums
A look at some favorites among the rich trove of Athenian museums.
National Archaeological Museum of Athens
The must-see flagship museum of Greece boasts an amazing collection of statues, ceramics, gold jewelry, and much more - plus a great gift shop.
The Thessaloniki Archaeological Museum
Northern Greece's top museum offers a look at amazing Macedonian artifacts.
The Return of the Parthenon/Elgin Marbles to Greece
A look at some of the issues affecting the controversial marbles from the Parthenon.
Greek Travel - Museums in Athens - Goulandris Museum of Cycladic Art
The Museum of Cycladic Art is one of the best collections in Greece. If you're in Athens, it's well worth a visit.
National Archaeological Museum - Athens, Greece
The flagship museum of Greece, this extensive collection will absorb as much viewing time as you can give it. Museum lovers may never want to leave.
Museum and Archaeological Site Closures in Greece
Olympic renovations are closing or limiting access to many attractions - here's a list of those known to be affected.
Museums of Athens
A quick look at some of Athens' most famous museums, plus a few unusual finds.
Greek Island Museums
It's not just sun and sand on the islands of Greece - discover these terrific small collections throughout the Greek islands.
Greece's Strangest Museums
Collections of the unexpected abound in Greece - find your own favorite among these very different museums.
Free Museum Days in Greece
Take advantage of the generosity of the Greek government on these free museum days.
Mini Museum opens at Athens Airport
Small but choice, this free museum on the second floor offers travelers a quiet cultural break from the airport.
National Gallery of Greece
An introduction to this major collection of art in Athens.
Archaeological Museum of Iraklion (Heraklion)
One of the don't miss museums of the world, presenting a splendid look at Minoan culture.
Benaki Museum
Probably the best alternative while the National Archaeological Museum is closed for renovations, this facility offers ongoing exhibits, special shows, and an excellent collection of art including Chinese, Coptic, Islamic, and Greek.
Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
A working museum that also features modern recreations and designs in gold and fine gems, visitors can observe goldsmiths working on projects as well as look at the changing exhibits. Dazzling and different.
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