Entry ticket to the Herakleidon Museum in Athens
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Uncover the fascinating world of ancient Greek science and technology at the Herakleidon Museum, located in the historic heart of Athens, between the Acropolis, the Ancient Agora, and the Roman Agora.Spread across two beautifully restored neoclassical buildings, the museum explores the remarkable scientific and technological achievements of the ancient Greeks through its permanent exhibition EUREKA: Science, Art and Technology of the Ancient Greeks. Your ticket includes admission to both museum buildings, as well as access to permanent and temporary exhibitions.Discover astonishingly advanced machines and engineering solutions, including the Antikythera Mechanism, considered the world's first analogue computer, and unravel the story behind The Moving Servant, an early robotic device inspired by the inventions of Hero of Alexandria and Philo of Byzantium. You'll also encounter striking examples of ancient hydraulic engineering, including techniques used by the Mycenaeans to divert rivers and drain lakes thousands of years ago.
Highlights
- The museum offers a deep dive into groundbreaking inventions from ancient Greece
- A highlight is the Antikythera Mechanism, known as the world's first analogue computer
- Your ticket includes access to all exhibitions across two restored neoclassical buildings
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Facilities
mobile
What's included
- Entrance fees
Where you'll meet
Show your smartphone ticket at the entrance and explore both museum buildings and all exhibitions at your own pace.
Operated by
Ticketory Ltd
Important information
Know in advance:
* After booking, you'll receive your digital entry ticket via email from the local operator
* Reduced tickets are available for children (aged 6-18), students (valid ID required), and seniors (aged 65+)