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Marvel at one of the world’s top collections of Byzantine icons and mosaics at the Byzantine & Christian Museum, housed in the elegant neoclassical Villa Ilissia. Drawing on more than 25,000 treasures from across the Greek world, the museum traces the development of early Christian and Greek Byzantine culture from the 4th century onwards.
Open Tue–Sun 9am–4pm
22 Vassilissis Sofias Ave, Athens, Attica, Greece, 106 75
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Medieval Athens Walking Tour with Late Lunch and Wine
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Trace the history of medieval Athens on this unique half-day walking tour—a Viator Exclusive that you can’t book anywhere else! Follow your guide around the little-known medieval gems of Athens, stop to admire the centuries-old Church of Kapnikarea, wander the neighborhood of Plaka, and visit the Ottoman Fethiye Mosque, then explore the fascinating Byzantine and Christian Museum. Finally, finish your morning by indulging in delicious Greek cuisine and wine with a 3-course lunch at the museum’s acclaimed restaurant.
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Athens: Self-Guided City Experience
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Private Guided Tour of the Byzantine Museum
Visitors to Greece naturally focus on the talismanic Classical temples mostly built over a short 100 year period. The Byzantine period in Greece, spanned from the late Roman Empire for over 1500 years, is characterised by a flourishing in many distinctive art forms which sit alongside an amazingly rich depth of history. Byzantine period is still heavily present in the lives of modern Greeks who still worship in fresco covered Byzantine period churches & go home to Byzantine Art Icons decorating their homes. Our tour aims to bring these aspects to life for you along with many of the masterpieces from one of the largest & most significant collections in existence.
Unequivocally dedicated to your group throughout, 'Skip the line' with your own Licensed Professional guide for a fascinating insight into the history of the old illuminating the new. An ideal and informative experience to include in any itinerary in Greece.
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This tour is curated for the museum lovers! We have selected the 6 most popular in the city for you to choose the two museums of your preference.
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4-Hours Athens Ancient Agora & Aristotle’s Lyceum Private Tour
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