National Glyptotheque, Athens
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Facts and practical information
National Glyptotheque is a sculpture museum located in Athens, Greece. It is an annex of the National Gallery of Greece. The museum was established in 2004 and became the first National Glyptotheque of Greece. It houses a permanent collection of Greek sculpture from the 19th and the 20th centuries and temporary exhibitions, mainly of sculpture. The museum is based in two buildings of the former royal stables and a surrounding area of 6,500 m2, situated at the "Alsos Stratou" in Goudi. ()
Established: 2004 (20 years ago)Coordinates: 37°59'12"N, 23°46'43"E
Day trips
National Glyptotheque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Badminton Theater, Goudi Olympic Complex, Apollo Tower, Athens Towers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is National Glyptotheque open?
National Glyptotheque is open:
- Monday 10 am - 5 pm
- Tuesday closed
- Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
- Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
- Friday 9 am - 4 pm
- Saturday 9 am - 4 pm
- Sunday 9 am - 4 pm
Which popular attractions are close to National Glyptotheque?
Nearby attractions include Goudi, Athens (4 min walk), Badminton Theater, Athens (6 min walk), Erythros Stavros, Athens (15 min walk), Museum of Anthropology, Athens (17 min walk).
How to get to National Glyptotheque by public transport?
The nearest stations to National Glyptotheque:
Bus
Metro
Trolleybus
Bus
- Εθνικη Γλυπτοθηκη • Lines: 140, 242 (4 min walk)
- Νοσοκομειο Αεροποριασ • Lines: 140, 242, 409 (5 min walk)
Metro
- Katehaki • Lines: Μ3 (13 min walk)
- Ethniki Amyna • Lines: Μ3 (24 min walk)
Trolleybus
- Ερυθροσ Σταυροσ • Lines: 14, 3 (20 min walk)
- Irmastan • Lines: 14, 3 (21 min walk)