Benaki Museum - Free Audio Guide
Athens, Attica, Greece
Μουσείο Μπενάκη, 1, Κουμπάρη, Κολωνάκι, Συνοικία Κολωνακίου, 1η Κοινότητα Αθηνών, Αθήνα, Δήμος Αθηναίων, Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Κεντρικού Τομέα Αθηνών, Περιφέρεια Αττικής, Αποκεντρωμένη Διοίκηση Αττικής, 106 74, Ελλάς
The Benaki Museum, established in 1930 in Athens, is a significant cultural venue boasting over 100,000 items that illustrate Greek history and culture. Founded by Antonis Benakis in memory of his father, it resides in a grand neoclassical house. The museum features collections of ancient, Byzantine, Islamic, and traditional Greek art. Each year, it hosts approximately 30 temporary exhibitions along with various educational activities. The museum's library is the largest in Greece. It is wheelchair accessible. Admission fees apply, and opening hours may differ. Please consult the official website for the latest visiting information.