Byzantine and Christian Museum

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Top 1% of attractions in Athens
8 / 10

6 expert reviews

“Here you'll find Greece's largest collection of icons—which are paintings, usually of the Holy Family and saints, characteristically done on wood.”

– Frommer's

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"This outstanding museum... presents a priceless collection of Christian art from the 3rd to 20th centuries." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"One of the few museums in Europe focusing exclusively on Byzantine art displays an outstanding collection of icons, mosaics, tapestries, and sculptural fragments." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"An inspired museum laid out along modern didactic lines." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"This museum boasts one of the richest collections in the world dedicated to the Byzantine Empire and the history of Christianity in the East" Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"This museum boasts one of the richest collections in the world dedicated to the Byzantine Empire and the history of Christianity in the East" Full review