Did the Acropolis always look the way it does today? Were there earlier temples before the Parthenon? The history of the Acropolis is so old, that it traces way back in time yet so vast, that it reaches up to the present and continues. We will explore this history as it unfolds through the Museum's exhibits. Students in 4th – 6th grades of primary school take on active roles in a fictional adventure: they are challenged to fulfill a difficult mission in search of specific exhibits that illuminate the rich history of the city's most important shrine.

Could you imagine listening to an ancient lyre or blowing into a flute from the time of the ancients? Through an interactive narrative, young students discover the magical world of ancient Greek music. Focusing on selected exhibits of the Museum, they get to know ancient musical instruments, such as the lyre and the flute, and the figures that bring them to life. Together with the archaeologists, children observe, discuss and have fun, with activities in the specially designed educational center, discovering the importance of music in people's lives, from antiquity to the present day.

How did the ancient sculptors chisel stone? How did they transfer the material from the quarry? What types of materials did they prefer? How sophisticated were their tools and how did they bring their creations to life? The sculptures of the Acropolis Museum hide many secrets of ancient sculpture. Students are invited to discover them through exhibits in the galleries alongside the archaeologists. The program is followed by a creative, experiential workshop at the specially designed training center.

  AIGEAS non profit company, in collaboration with the Acropolis Museum, is organizing a Scientific Conference titled "Recent Archaeological Research in Greece", which will take place on 6 and 7 March 2026 at the "Dimitrios Pantermalis" Auditorium of the Acropolis Museum. The Conference is held under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture.

Music competitions, theatrical battles, athletic competitions, dancing, food, wine and gifts to the gods — the ancient Athenians knew how to celebrate in style! In this program, students tour the Museum together with archaeologists and explore, through selected exhibits, in an interactive way, the religious, cultural, social and competitive aspects of Attic festivals and their significance in antiquity.

  On the occasion of the August Full Moon, on Friday, 28 August 2026, the Acropolis Museum will extend its opening hours and remain open continuously from 9 a.m. until midnight, giving visitors the opportunity to explore the Museum’s galleries and enjoy views of the Acropolis Rock under the moonlight of the Attic night sky. Admission to the Museum will be with a standard general admission ticket, while the Museum’s Ticket Desk and Shops will close at 11:30 p.m.

  On Friday 12 June 2026, the Acropolis Museum will host the ERT National Symphony Orchestra for an inspiring concert conducted by the internationally acclaimed Spanish composer and conductor Oscar Navarro. The concert will take place at 9:00 p.m. in the Museum’s courtyard, and admission is free.

  The Acropolis Museum welcomes the new school year 2026 - 2027 with renewed educational programs addressed to all school levels. The intriguing trails and experiential approach, within a modern museum learning framework, motivate thinking and enhance senses thus transforming the Museum visit into an enchanting experience. From the great variety of programs choose the one that fits the interest of your students and schedule your visit promptly.

  Imaginative children’s workshops and ancient festive traditions, guided tours through the Museum’s collections, musical events on the ground floor, the Lamassu - a winged bull by the artist Michael Rakowitz - in the Museum gardens, 2026 lucky charm and other unique gifts at the Museum Shop, along with seasonal dishes at the restaurant, all await you this Christmas at the Acropolis Museum.  

  Plan your independent school visit according to your students’ particular needs and interests and turn your visit in a fun experience for your whole classroom! For your visit, please telephone the Group Bookings on +30 210 9000903, from Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m or email your request on [email protected].    

“Graecia capta ferum victorem cepit” — Horace “Captive Greece captured her savage conqueror.” With these words, the poet Horace accurately described the fascination that ancient Greek civilization exerted upon the Romans. Art, literature, philosophy, and education inspired Roman society and profoundly shaped it, resulting in the creation of the Greco-Roman civilization, essentially the foundation of Western civilization on a global scale.

Inspirations. Ancient Greek Art living in Italy 16 June – 30 August 2026 Acropolis Museum, Temporary Exhibition Gallery Free entrance + Free guided tours from the Museum's archaeologists Information: https://www.theacropolismuseum.gr/en/periodikes-ektheseis/inspirations

  The Acropolis Museum welcomes spring with a distinctive chamber music event in the Parthenon Gallery on Tuesday, 31 March 2026, performed by the Woodwind Quintet, as part of the "Musical Walks" series organized by the Athens State Orchestra.

Having the goddess Iris, the messenger of the gods as their guide, students can explore various depictions of the twelve Olympian gods in the Museum’s collection. With the help of visual material, they are able to recognize each god through their symbols and learn about each ones favourite plants and animals. The adventure is completed in the Parthenon Gallery, where the children "meet" the gods that appear on the frieze, and watch the culminating event of the Panathenaic festival, - the handing over of the peplos to the goddess Athena.

How did the Parthenon sculptures end up in London and other European cities? What circumstances led to the dismemberment of the architectural sculptures of one of the most important monuments of classical antiquity? Is it fair or not to request their return and reunification with those in the Acropolis Museum? Originals and replicas of the Parthenon sculptures, as well as fragments that have already returned narrate their adventures and invite students to develop their own argument about a critical issue.

In this program, students meet the four most important monuments of the Acropolis (the Propylaia, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon and the Erechtheion). With the help of three-dimensional models and other visual materials, they reconstruct the Sanctuary of the classical period. At the same time, through observation of the exhibits (architectural members and sculptures), they learn about the function of each building, its architectural order, decoration and its special characteristics.

  The Museum participates for the first time in the international Piano City Athens festival with a piano recital by Manos Kitsikopoulos on the balcony of the second floor, overlooking the Archaic Gallery. The music event will take place on Monday, May 18 at 11 a.m., 12 noon, and 1 p.m. Duration of each recital: 30 minutes. On the same day, the Museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free admission to all exhibition spaces as part of International Museum Day.

How did the Parthenon look like during the classical period? Which were the sculptures that decorated the temple? How were they constructed? What colors did they have? The students walk around the Parthenon Gallery and learn about the Parthenon Sculptures with the help of special designed educational material, games and other activities. The program is designed and carried out by the Information and Education Department of the Acropolis Monuments Restoration Service.

Are you ready to step into the world of ancient myths? Students are invited to walk with the archaeologists on a route, full of myths and fun adventures. Through selected exhibits, children will discover the secrets of the unique goddess Athena, the wise and courageous protector of the city, and learn about the Acropolis and its history. After the tour, the experience concludes with a creative workshop at our specially designed educational center, where knowledge becomes play and creation.

    On the occasion of World Poetry Day on Saturday 21 March 2026, the Acropolis Museum invites visitors to its courtyard to attend a marathon listening session of Homer's epic Odyssey organized by the THIRD PROGRAM of ERT broadcaster.