On May 18, museums in Greece will be free of charge to visitors, in observance of International Museum Day.
Greece is home to hundreds of the finest museums in Europe, and is an epicenter of culture. These famous museums hold masterpieces from ancient Greek civilization and works of art that are enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.
International Museum Day is an opportunity to visit new museums, and perfect for budget travelers.
Athens University Museum
Bernier-Eliadis Gallery Museum
Byzantine and Christian Museum
Design Museum of the 20th Century
Electric Railways Museum of Piraeus
Eleutheros Venizelos Historical Museum
Goulandris Museum of Cycladic Art
Goulandris Natural History Museum
Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
Municipal Art Gallery of Piraeus
Museum of Anthropology, University of Athens
Museum of Paleontology and Geology, University of Athens
Museum of Popular Music Instruments
National Archaeological Museum of Athens
National Museum of Contemporary Art
Postal and Philatelic Museum
Zoological Museum, University of Athens
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