This activity is only available in Greek. A guided tour of the second part of the exhibition “From Great Greece to Modern Greece”, which traces the completion of the country’s formation in terms of borders and population. The first part, presented in 2022, describes the events that led to the stabilization of borders after the
This activity is only available in Greek. Poet Ioulita Iliopoulou and the President of the Hellenic Foundation for Books and Culture (ELIVIP), Nikios Bakounakis, will discuss the creation of the Elytis House Museum.
Step into the National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST) as it opens its doors for you to explore. From morning until late afternoon, discover the collection of permanent and temporary exhibitions that spark the imagination. As the day draws to a close, make your way to the museum’s stunning rooftop for a cocktail party, where
This activity is only available in Greek. Paintings from the archive of Spyros Vasiliou "converse" with exhibits at the Children's Museum of Athens, creating an environment that takes us on a journey through early 20th-century Athens. Families with children aged 6-12 are invited to explore the artist’s work, focusing on the transformations of the urban
This activity is only available in Greek. Step inside the Elytis House Museum, a neoclassical gem in the heart of Plaka, and explore the world of Nobel Laureate Odysseas Elytis through a guided tour of its permanent exhibition. Rare manuscripts, Greek and international editions, paintings, personal artefacts, and the poet’s original writing desk—all housed in
This activity is only available in Greek. A guided tour of the memory exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Through rare posters from the era and corresponding photographic material, the exhibition aims to highlight the events of the Cypriot tragedy, the nationwide solidarity with the people of Cyprus, and their
This activity is only available in Greek. The “Adamantios Korais” Hall at the War Museum will host screenings of five historical documentaries, featuring rare archival footage that brings to life pivotal moments in 20th-century military history. From the Balkan Wars (1912–13) and the Battle of Gallipoli (1915) to the decisive victory at Skra (1918), the
This activity is only available in Greek . The National Archaeological Museum and Dr. Kostas Paschalidis present an afternoon walk through the concise history of the Greek State, from its founding to the present day. A story that begins over two centuries ago, from a plot of land that was once a vineyard, then became
This activity is only available in Greek. Join curator Yannis Bolis for a special guided tour of the MOMus – Museum Alex Mylona, exploring every part of the museum. Discover the story of the building, its visionary founder Alex Mylona, the museum’s collections, and the temporary exhibition A Cabinet of Curiosities—featuring works by 78 contemporary
This activity is only available in Greek. A guided tour of the second part of the exhibition “From Great Greece to Modern Greece”, which traces the completion of the country’s formation in terms of borders and population. The first part, presented in 2022, describes the events that led to the stabilization of borders after the
This activity is only available in Greek. The educational program includes a brief tour of the exhibition “Cyprus ’74 - Never Forget”. It focuses on the sources of inspiration for the posters displayed in the exhibition and the process of creating them. As part of the program, children will have the opportunity to create their
This activity is only available in Greek. A tour through Greece’s military history and cultural heritage, guided by the permanent exhibitions of the War Museum. Young visitors aged 12, accompanied by an adult, will have the chance to discover rare artefacts, historical records and stories from the past that bring history to life.
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