Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki

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Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki, Archaeological museum in central Thessaloniki, Greece.

The Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki displays artifacts from Prehistoric, Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, and Roman periods throughout eight exhibition sections highlighting ancient Macedonia.

The museum building, completed in 1962 by architect Patroklos Karantinos, represents modernist architecture and underwent major renovations between 2001 and 2004 for the Athens Olympics.

The permanent exhibition includes marble sculptures, bronze statues, and gold artifacts from ancient Macedonian cemeteries, presenting the evolution of northern Greek civilization.

Located at M. Andronikou 6, the museum remains open daily from 8:00 to 20:00, with general admission costing 8 euros and reduced winter rates of 4 euros.

The museum houses a significant bronze statue depicting Harpocrates and a marble sarcophagus showing the Caledonian boar hunt from ancient Macedonian excavations.

Location: Thessaloniki Municipal Unit

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Opening Hours: 08:00-20:00

GPS coordinates: 40.62504,22.95395

Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:03

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