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National Archaeological Museum vs Herod Atticus Odeon

National Archaeological Museum and Herod Atticus Odeon are both recommended by experts. On balance, National Archaeological Museum scores significantly higher than Herod Atticus Odeon. National Archaeological Museum scores 97 with accolades from 9 reviewers like Michelin Guide, Concierge and Afar Magazine.

National Archaeological Museum
National Archaeological Museum
9 / 10
Patission 44, Athens 10682, Greece
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Concierge Concierge
"The National Archaeological Museum is newly (post-Olympics) renovated and a must-see."
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Don't miss the curiously haunting 14th-century B.C. golden Mask of Agamemnon.
Fodor's Fodor's
"Artistic highlights from every period of its ancient civilization, from Neolithic to Roman times, make this a treasure trove beyond compare." Full review
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The museum's most celebrated display... the stunning gold treasures
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One of the world’s most important museums, the National Archaeological Museum houses the world's finest collection of Greek antiquities." Full review
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Allow plenty of time to view the vast and spectacular collections
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Perhaps the second most important venue for diligent tourists (after the Acropolis)." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"If you're traveling to Athens because you're interested in the ancient sites, this is a must see place." Full review
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Herod Atticus Odeon
Herod Atticus Odeon
8 / 10
Odos Dionissiou Areopayitou, Athens, Greece
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Hauntingly beautiful, this ancient theater was built in AD 160 by the affluent Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, Regilla." Full review
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To enter you must hold a ticket to one of the summer performances
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Excavated in 1857–58 and completely restored... performances of drama, music and dance are held here during the Athens Festival." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Completed in 161 B.C. this odeon bears the name of a rich Greek administrator of Roman origin who had it built in memory of his wife." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"An ancient showplace for a modern play." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Completed in 161 BC, this odeon bears the name of a rich Greek administrator of Roman origin who had it built in memory of his wife." Full review
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