Goulandris Natural History Museum

The Goulandris Natural History Museum is a natural history museum in Kifisia housing collections of insects, mammals, birds, reptiles, shells, rocks, minerals, and fossils from Greek territories. The exhibits present the biological and geological diversity found across the region.

The museum was founded in 1965 by Angelos and Niki Goulandris and is housed in a neoclassical mansion built in 1875. The building was transformed from a private residence into a research and exhibition center.

The museum carries the name of the Goulandris family, who established and support it as their contribution to Greek scientific knowledge. Visitors encounter displays that show both the natural diversity of Greece and the work of researchers who study it.

The museum is located in Kifisia and operates with different hours on weekdays and weekends. Visitors should check opening times in advance and allow time to explore the various collections at a comfortable pace.

The botanical collections contain more than 200,000 plant species, with many discovered through the museum's own research efforts and added to scientific knowledge. This vast assembly of specimens makes the institution a significant center for studying Greek plant life.

Location: Regional Unit of North Athens

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 09:00-14:30, Saturday-Sunday 10:00-15:00

Phone: +302108015870

Website: https://gnhm.gr/the-museum

GPS coordinates: 38.07438,23.81466

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:08