Athens University Museum, Athens

Name: Athens University Museum
Address: Θόλου 5, Athens, 105 56, Greece
Telephone: +30 21 0324 0861

#67 among attractions in Athens

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The Athens University Museum is a museum in Plaka, Athens, Greece. ()

Local name: Οικία Κλεάνθη - Σάουμπερτ Established: 1987 (37 years ago)Coordinates: 37°58'24"N, 23°43'37"E

Address

Θόλου 5Αθήνα 1 (Αναφιώντικα)Athens 105 56 Greece

Contact

+30 21 0324 0861

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Athens University Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Acropolis, Parthenon, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Tower of the Winds.

~560 ftS
5th-century B.C. hilltop temple monument
Acropolis, Athens
3 min walk • Perched atop the rocky outcrop of Athens, the Acropolis stands as a monumental testament to the grandeur of ancient Greek civilization. This iconic citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an enduring symbol of the city and represents the apogee of classical...
~620 ftS
Iconic 5th BC Athenian temple ruins
Parthenon, Athens
4 min walk • The Parthenon stands as the quintessential symbol of ancient Greece and a testament to classical Greek architecture. Nestled atop the Acropolis in the heart of Athens, this temple was dedicated to the goddess Athena, the city's patron deity.
~1100 ftSW
Ancient stone theater with performances
Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Athens
6 min walk • The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, nestled at the base of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, stands as a remarkable testament to the grandeur of ancient Greek theatre. Built in 161 AD by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, Regilla, this stone theatre epitomizes the...
~360 ftN
Ancient tower to indicate weather and time
Tower of the Winds, Athens
2 min walk • The Tower of the Winds, also known as the Horologion of Andronikos Kyrrhestes, is a fascinating archaeological site situated in the Roman Agora of Athens, Greece. This ancient timepiece, constructed in the 1st century BC, stands as a testament to the ingenuity of...
~420 ftS
Iconic temple of ancient Greece
Erechtheion, Athens
3 min walk • The Erechtheion is a revered architectural marvel situated on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. This ancient temple, constructed from 421 to 406 BCE, stands as a testament to the religious and cultural significance of the city during its classical...
~750 ftSW
, Archaeological site, Historical place
Propylaea, Athens
4 min walk • The Propylaea stands as a monumental gateway at the western entrance of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. This grand structure, designed by the architect Mnesicles, was constructed between 437 and 432 BCE during the golden age of Athens under the leadership of Pericles.
~780 ftSW
Archaeological site
Pedestal of Agrippa, Athens
4 min walk • The Pedestal of Agrippa stands as a testament to ancient history in the heart of Athens, Greece. This historical landmark, once a monument celebrating the victories of Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa, is a significant relic located on the famous Acropolis of Athens.
~680 ftSW
Memorial
Klepsydra, Athens
4 min walk • Nestled on the southern slopes of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, the Klepsydra, also known as the Water Clock of the Acropolis, is an ancient timekeeping device that stands as a testament to the ingenuity of classical civilizations.
~330 ftS
Memorial
Peripatos, Athens
2 min walk • Nestled on the historic slopes of Athens' Acropolis, the Peripatos is a lesser-known treasure that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the ancient world. This ancient pathway, whose origins date back to classical times, snakes around the base of the Acropolis...
~620 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Athena Promachos, Athens
3 min walk • The Athena Promachos was a colossal bronze statue of Athena sculpted by Pheidias, which stood between the Propylaea and the Parthenon on the Acropolis of Athens. Athena was the tutelary deity of Athens and the goddess of wisdom and warriors.
~740 ftSW
Archaeological site,
Brauroneion, Athens
4 min walk • The Brauroneion was the sanctuary of Artemis Brauronia on the Athenian Acropolis, located in the southwest corner of the Acropolis plateau, between the Chalkotheke and the Propylaea in Greece. It was originally dedicated during the reign of Peisistratos.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Athens University Museum open?

Athens University Museum is open:

Monday 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Athens University Museum?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Pavlos and Alexandra Kanellopoulou, Athens (2 min walk), Peripatos, Athens (2 min walk), Tower of the Winds, Athens (2 min walk), Aerides, Athens (2 min walk).

How to get to Athens University Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Athens University Museum:

Metro

Monastiraki • Lines: Μ1, Μ3 (6 min walk)
Akropoli • Lines: Μ2 (9 min walk)

Bus

Μητροπολη • Lines: 025 (7 min walk)
Μοναστηρακι • Lines: 025, 026, 027, 035, 227, 500 (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Φιλελληνων • Lines: 1, 11, 12, 15, 2, 4, 5 (10 min walk)
Συνταγμα • Lines: 11, 12, 15, 2, 4 (11 min walk)

Tram

Syntagma • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (12 min walk)
Βουλιαγμένης • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (14 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (27 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (28 min walk)