Things to do in Greece, Greece: The Best Museums

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1. Casa Parlante

Nikorou Theotoki 16, Corfu Town 49100 Greece +30 2661 049190 [email protected] http://www.casaparlante.gr
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5.0 based on 486 reviews

Casa Parlante

"Welcome! Please, come in! The Count will be with you presently. He hopes you will join him and the Countess in the drawing room for tea." This is what you would hear at Casa Parlante, the most alive historical museum in Corfu. A 19th century noble mansion comes to life with stories to tell. In the unique architectural setting of a classical mansion in the historic Old town of Corfu, the everyday life of the island's 19th century nobility is recreated. Through animated figures, using robotic technology, and the perfect reproduction of decor and furnishing, Casa Parlante promises to deliver you a true insight into bygone Corfu. Awakening all your senses, the traditions of the island unfold in front of you, depicting family life in an authentic experience of sights, sounds and smells. Before your eyes the house will come to life... Listen to the children of the family playing music, smell the aromas of the cook's virtuosic cuisine, read the headlines of the Count's newspaper... Casa Parlante is a unique museum: it brings history to life and lets the visitor breathe it in.

Reviewed By mihaelamonica28 - Turda, Romania

Interesting, small, local history museum. Interior in good shape as well as furnitures and objects. Museum uses motorized dummies to animate history. They are not robots, only the head or arm is moving back and forth. The museum tour is always led by the guide. There is possibility to ask questions, which is absolutely nice. This is a little gem of Cofu Town..the price is 5 euro each, and you also receive a glass of rose liqueur and a guided tour of 19th century living...You will enjoy this museum. It's something different from others, it has its uniqueness.

2. Greek National Football Museum

40 Tsouderon, Chania Town, Crete 731 32 Greece +30 697 433 1691 http://www.galanolefkosfaros.gr/museum.html
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5.0 based on 696 reviews

Greek National Football Museum

A unique Museum, the biggest one for a National Football Team, the Greek National Football Team, which was European Champions in 2004, located in the Old City of Chania and has over 1000 exhibits, balls from World Cup and Euro games, official shirts, photos and thw whole history of Greek football. BECAUSE OF CORONAVIRUS EPIDEMIC, THE MUSEUM WILL BE CLOSED FOR THE WHOLE MARCH.

Reviewed By che_ham

So glad we made the time to visit, this little museum is excellent, and can easily be visited even if you’re short of time. I’ve never been to a museum quite like this, it really is quite unique. We were limited on time, so were shown the shirts and memorabilia related to my team first - so I got to try on the shirts and get the pictures - then were shown the vast collection of international shirts worn by the greatest players of all time, and finally the lifting the Euro 2004 trophy given to Greece when they won the tournament. The personal touch here is what really makes it special though; being meeted and greeted as a friend, by someone with a genuine love of the game, and who delights in sharing this amazing collection that you can physically touch and feel, instead of the admiring-at-distance you expect of museums. A true home of world football.

3. Eduart Gjopalaj Workshop

Kamari 847 00 Greece +30 2286 032187 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 84 reviews

Eduart Gjopalaj Workshop

Reviewed By Lizziegib567 - Silver Spring, United States

I happened to stroll by Eduart Gjopalaj's exquisite woodsculpting studio in 2017 while in Santorini. The extraordinary craftsmanship of his work was so memorable that 3 years later I contacted him through Instagram and commissioned a piece from him (the piece I saw and loved in 2017 had been sold). Eduart was delighted to help and my piece arrived this week. It will be displayed in a place of honor in my home. I hope to someday go back to his studio and meet him personally. A rare talent and terrific human being.

4. Silversmithing Museum

Castle of Ioannina, Ioannina 45221 Greece +30 2651 064065 http://www.piop.gr/en/diktuo-mouseiwn/Mouseio-Argyrotexnias/to-mouseio.aspx
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5.0 based on 278 reviews

Silversmithing Museum

Reviewed By Elizur

This is a very nicely planned and designed museum , rich in information ( that is available also in English ! ) and a large variety of samples of tools to demonstrate the process and of final products that are real art !

5. Victoria G. Karelias Collection of Greek Traditional Costumes

Stadiou 64, Kalamata 24133 Greece +30 2721 086923 [email protected] http://vgkareliascollection.com
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5.0 based on 110 reviews

Victoria G. Karelias Collection of Greek Traditional Costumes

The Victoria G. Karelias Collection of greek traditional costumes was created, initially as a private collection, by the founding member and long-standing president of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women of Kalamata, V. Karelias. The collection comprises a large number of complete outfits, as worn by women and men, from all regions of Greece.

Reviewed By zoit589 - Kifissia, Greece

Unique, astounding presentatinon of well preserved traditional costumes as well as jewels and everyday items, placed in a magical set - scenery - discreetly accompanied by music performances from all around Greece. Polite and willing personnel .

6. Minoan's World The 9D Experience

Ipsilanton 10, Chania Town, Crete 731 35 Greece +30 2821 097095 [email protected] http://minoansworld.com/
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5.0 based on 479 reviews

Minoan's World The 9D Experience

Experience the Minoan History like never before! Europe’s oldest civilization meets Europe’s first 3D Museum and 9D Cinema! We are a unique combination of a 3D Museum (non archaeological) with life-like statues made out of silicon and mesmerizing 3D art that comes to life through your phone's camera, and a 9D cinema which will take you back in time with fully immersive special effects such as air blasts, rain, snow, bubbles and smoke. Our epic movie has both a historical and mythological perspective. Multilingual movie system in 10 languages!

Reviewed By bayubabe

Movie with special effects was interesting and very enjoyable. Good place to spend some time away from the Greek heat . Staff extremely friendly and helped take a lot of photos. Freebie short roller coaster movie at the end was fun!

7. Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Xanthoudidou & Hatzidaki Sts, Heraklion, Crete 710 02 Greece +30 281 027 9000 [email protected] https://heraklionmuseum.gr/?page_id=1406&lang=en
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4.5 based on 7,278 reviews

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

A museum delineating the history of the island Crete, complete with artifacts belonging to the ancient civilizations that once populated the island.

Reviewed By crum77

Excellent museum! It provides great historical lessons and context for the items on display and lays them out in such a way that you can walk through history and see the progression of technology from the early Bronze Age up to the early Iron Age. Interesting historical contexts about the economics of the various times and how the political system was structured in early Crete. Worth the price of admission.

8. National Archaeological Museum

Patision 44, Athens 106 82 Greece +30 21 3214 4800 [email protected] http://www.namuseum.gr
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4.5 based on 7,806 reviews

National Archaeological Museum

Reviewed By tashak574

An extensive and fascinating museum with many unimaginable finds. It can be an overwhelming experience even with several wings closed. The collection shed a great deal of insight on the various movements in design during Greek history and shared really fascinating and well kept artifacts from points we learn about in history class. We’re talking arrow heads from the battle of Marathon. It’s a good time.

9. Museum of Prehistoric Thira

Mitropoleos, Fira 847 00 Greece +30 2286 023217 http://www.santorini.gr-santorini.com/museums/prehistoric_museum.htm
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,871 reviews

Museum of Prehistoric Thira

Using finds from various excavations, this museum traces the course of prehistoric Thira from the late Neolithic to the late Cycladic I period.

Reviewed By Tripmonkey00 - Horsham, United Kingdom

Visited here while on our last day in santorini a great museum with amazing artefacts and wall paintings a must while on santorini i recommend visiting Akrotiri first to get a sense of the way of life of ancient people and to see the original setting of the wall paintings displayed

10. Panayia Evanyelistria Cathedral and Museums

Tinos Town Greece 0283/22256 http://www.panagiatinou.gr/
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4.5 based on 733 reviews

Panayia Evanyelistria Cathedral and Museums

Drawing thousands of pilgrims during festivals of the Virgin, this place of worship features an icon attributed with healing powers.

Reviewed By blackrose04 - Milos, Greece

A beautiful church with beautiful architecture,that causes you awe.The church is decorated with the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary. It also houses many museum worth seeing.

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