National Historical Museum: A Journey Through Modern Greece
Explore Greece's journey to modernity through captivating exhibits in the historic Old Parliament Building.
Housed in the Old Parliament Building, the National Historical Museum in Athens chronicles the history of modern Greece from the fall of Constantinople in 1453 to the Greek-Italian War of 1940-1941. Explore artifacts from the Greek War of Independence, personal items of historical figures, and traditional costumes.
A brief summary to National Historical Museum - Old Parliament House
- ΜΕΓΑΡΟ ΠΑΛΑΙΑΣ ΒΟΥΛΗΣ ΠΛΑΤΕΙΑ ΚΟΛΟΚΟΤΡΩΝΗ, Stadiou 13, Athens, 105 61, GR
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Local tips
- Visit on the first Sunday of the month (November to February) for free admission.
- Allow at least 2-3 hours to fully explore the museum's extensive collection.
- Check out the museum shop for unique souvenirs, including jewelry, accessories, and handcrafted figurines.
Getting There
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Walking
From Syntagma Square, walk along Stadiou Street towards Kolokotroni Square. The museum (Old Parliament House) is located on your right, approximately a 5-minute walk.
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Public Transport
Take the Athens Metro Line 3 (Blue Line) to Syntagma station. Exit the station and walk towards Stadiou Street. Continue walking until you reach Kolokotroni Square, where the museum is located. A single metro ticket costs €1.40.
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Taxi
Tell the driver to take you to the Old Parliament Building on Kolokotroni Square (ΠΛΑΤΕΙΑ ΚΟΛΟΚΟΤΡΩΝΗ). Expect to pay approximately €10-€20 from central Athens. Ensure the taxi uses the meter.
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