Archaeological Museum of Patras, Archaeological museum in Patras, Greece
The Archaeological Museum of Patras extends across 8,000 square meters of interior space, making it the second-largest museum in Greece.
Construction of the museum began in 2004 following an announcement by Melina Mercouri in 1987, with its official opening occurring on July 24, 2009.
The museum presents artifacts from the Mycenaean, Hellenistic, and Roman periods, including tools, jewelry, and an extensive collection of mosaics from ancient Greece.
Located within Patras city limits, the museum operates from Tuesday to Sunday, with summer hours from 8 AM to 8 PM and winter hours from 8 AM to 3 PM.
The facility features three reconstructed ancient tombs, including two Mycenaean and one Roman, complete with original skeletons and burial items.
Location: Municipality of Patras
Inception: 2006
Architects: Theofanis Bobotis
Official opening: July 24, 2009
Address: Nuova Strada nazionale Patrasso-Atene 264 42 264 42
Website: http://ampatron.gr
GPS coordinates: 38.26335,21.75209
Latest update: March 13, 2025 02:03
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