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Archaeological Museum of Eretria: A Window to Ancient Euboea

Discover Eretria's ancient past through fascinating artifacts at the Archaeological Museum, showcasing finds from the Bronze Age to Roman times.

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The Archaeological Museum of Eretria showcases artifacts from the region's rich history, spanning from prehistoric to Roman times. Located next to the archaeological site, it offers insights into the ancient city and its surrounding areas, with notable finds from Xeropolis, Lefkandi, and Amarynthos.

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Local tips

  • Combine your museum visit with a tour of the adjacent archaeological site of Eretria for a more complete understanding of the ancient city.
  • Note that the museum's exhibits have descriptions in Greek and French ; consider bringing a translation guide if needed.
  • Check the museum's opening hours before your visit, as they are limited and closed on Tuesdays.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Archaeological Museum of Eretria is located on Leof. Archeou Theatrou, a short walk from the center of Eretria. From the Eretria Port, walk north along the coastal road (Eleftheriou Venizelou) until you reach the intersection with Archeou Theatrou. Turn left onto Archeou Theatrou; the museum will be on your left, next to the Ancient Theatre. The walk is generally flat and takes about 10-15 minutes.

  • Public Transport

    Local buses connect Eretria with other towns on Evia. From the Eretria bus stop, walk north towards the Eretria Port. Turn left onto Eleftheriou Venizelou and walk for approximately 500m. Turn left onto Archeou Theatrou; the museum will be on your left, next to the Ancient Theatre. Bus fare within Eretria is approximately €1.50.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available in Eretria. A taxi from the Eretria Port to the Archaeological Museum is a short ride, costing approximately €5-€7. Confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey.

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The Archaeological Museum of Eretria, established in 1960 and expanded in the early 1990s, stands as a repository of the region's extensive past. It exhibits a diverse collection of artifacts unearthed from significant archaeological sites in the Eretria area, encompassing the periods from the Early Bronze Age to Roman rule. The museum is located adjacent to the archaeological site of Eretria. The museum's collection includes ceramics from various periods, sculptures from the Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic eras, and bronze items. Noteworthy exhibits include the terracotta centaur from Lefkandi, dating back to the 10th century BC, and sculptures from the Temple of Apollo Daphnephoros, depicting Theseus and Antiope. Other significant items include a Mycenaean alabastron from Lefkandi (1200-1000 BC) and a funerary black-figure amphora from Eretria's necropolis (560 BC). The museum also houses Archaic relief pithos fragments decorated with representations of birds devouring bodies dated to the 7th century BC and a necklace made of faience beads representing Isis and Horos possibly from Cyprus and dating from the Protogeometric period, 11th-10th centuries BC. A terracotta gorgoneion from the 4th century BC, once part of the House with the Mosaics at Eretria, is also on display. While many significant finds from Eretria are housed in the National Archaeological Museum in Athens and the Louvre in Paris, the Archaeological Museum of Eretria offers a comprehensive look at the local history and culture. Information within the museum is detailed in both Greek and French.

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