The Acropolis Museum in Athens displays finds from the archaeological site of the Athenian Acropolis, with galleries covering the site’s history and its sculptures. Plan around its seasonal opening hours, ticket options and location on Dionysiou Areopagitou Street.
- What it covers: Finds from the Acropolis archaeological site.
- Where: 15 Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, Athens 11742.
- Nearest metro: Akropoli station on Line 2.
- Typical hours: Open daily
- Admission: General admission is €20; reduced admission is €10.
What to see at the Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis Museum’s four exhibition levels take you from finds from the Acropolis slopes to the history of the summit, the Parthenon sculptures and remains of an ancient Athenian neighborhood. The collection consists of objects found at the archaeological site of the Athenian Acropolis.
Make time for the Parthenon Gallery on the third floor. The museum opened in summer 2009, and its focus on finds from the Acropolis gives the galleries a clear connection to the site above.
If you’re planning a route through central Athens, the museum can fit into a day that starts around Monastiraki; a one-day walk from Monastiraki to central landmarks offers a related itinerary.
Acropolis Museum tickets and entry planning
General admission costs €20 and reduced admission costs €10. You can buy a general admission ticket at the museum ticket desk or through its e-ticketing service. Reduced- and free-admission tickets are available only at the ticket desk, where you’ll need to show documents proving eligibility.
Opening hours
- Monday to Thursday: 9:00–17:00
- Friday: 9:00–22:00
- Saturday and Sunday: 9:00–20:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
The museum’s visitor information gives free admission on 6 March, 25 March, 18 May and 28 October each year. Groups of 16–40 people must reserve in advance; without a reservation, a group may be unable to enter during busy periods.
Leave large purses and bags at the cloakroom. Food and drink are not allowed in the exhibition galleries, and visitors must not touch exhibits. Photography and filming are not permitted in the Archaic Acropolis Gallery.
Acropolis Museum opening hours and visit timing
- Hours
- 1 November through 31 March From Monday to Thursday, the museum is open 9 am–5 p
The Acropolis Museum changes its opening hours between the winter period, 1 November through 31 March, and the summer period, 1 April through 31 October. Last entry is 30 minutes before closing.
Winter hours: 1 November through 31 March
From Monday to Thursday, the museum is open 9 am–5 pm. Friday hours are 9 am–10 pm, while Saturday and Sunday hours are 9 am–8 pm.
Summer hours: 1 April through 31 October
On Monday, hours are 9 am–5 pm. Tuesday through Sunday, the museum is open 9 am–8 pm, with Friday hours extending to 10 pm.
The museum closes on 1 January, Orthodox Easter Sunday, 1 May, and 25 and 26 December. On 24 and 31 December, it opens 9 am–3 pm; on Orthodox Good Friday, 12 noon–6 pm. Hours for holidays and seasonal schedules can change, so check the official site before you go.
How do you get to the Acropolis Museum from Monastiraki?
Akropoli is the nearest metro station, on Line 2 between Anthoupoli and Elliniko. Makrigianni is the nearest city-bus and trolley stop, served by trolley lines 1, 5 and 15, and Leoforos Vouliagmenis is the nearest tram station.
The museum is at 15 Dionysiou Areopagitou Street. For a broader look at moving around the city by public transport, see how to use the Athens metro and public transport.
Ramps are available at the entrances, and elevators and accessible toilets serve all levels. You can borrow a wheelchair from the ground-floor Information Desk. The desk also has a short guide in Braille; guide dogs accompanying visitors with disabilities are welcome.
From a four-star hotel near Monastiraki, the museum is about 0.9 km away. Monastiraki station is about 3 minutes on foot from the hotel.
FAQs
Can you buy Acropolis Museum tickets online?
General admission tickets are available through the museum’s e-ticketing service or at the ticket desk. Reduced- and free-admission tickets are sold only at the desk and require eligibility documents.
How long before closing is last entry?
Last entry is 30 minutes before the museum closes.
Which metro station serves the Acropolis Museum?
Akropoli station on Line 2 is the nearest metro station.
Can you take photographs inside the museum?
Photography and filming are prohibited in the Archaic Acropolis Gallery. Visitors must also avoid touching exhibits and keep food and drink out of the exhibition galleries.