Top 10 museums in Greece beyond Athens
Athens has major museums, but many of Greece’s most rewarding museum experiences are found in other cities and regions.
Exploring museums beyond Athens reveals the diversity of Greek culture. Regional museums connect collections with local landscapes, histories and communities, making them essential for travelers who want to understand Greece as more than a capital-city experience.
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HeraklionHeraklion Archaeological Museum
Discover the secrets of the Minoans at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. See the Phaistos Disc, the Snake Goddess, and breathtaking frescos from Knossos.
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HeraklionVideo Games Museum
The Video Games Museum, located in the heart of Heraklion, Crete, invites you to discover the magic, evolution, and cultural significance of electronic games through a unique experience.
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ThessalonikiMuseum of Byzantine Culture
The Museum of Byzantine Culture in Thessaloniki is one of the most important museums in Greece, dedicated to the Byzantine and post-Byzantine heritage.
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ThessalonikiArchaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
The Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki is one of the most important museums in Greece and a key cultural institution of northern Greece.
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HeraklionNatural History Museum of Crete
The Natural History Museum of Crete is one of Greece’s leading institutions for environmental research, biodiversity studies, and natural history education.
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OlympiaArchaeological Museum of Olympia
The Archaeological Museum of Olympia is one of the most important museums in Greece and is closely connected with the history of the ancient Sanctuary of Zeus and the Olympic Games.
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IoanninaAveroff Gallery Metsovo
The Averoff Art Gallery is a museum of modern Greek art located in Metsovo, in the region of Ioannina.
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VolosRooftile and Brickworks Museum N. & S. Tsalapatas
The N. & S. Tsalapatas Brickworks Museum is located in the city of Volos and is housed in the former brick and tile factory of Nikolaos and Spyridon Tsalapatas, one of the most important industrial complexes in Greece.
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ChaniaArchaeological Museum of Chania
The New Archaeological Museum of Chania is located in the Halepa district, one of the most historically significant areas of Chania after the Venetian old town.
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