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On the occasion of the August Full Moon, on Friday, August 28, 2026, the Acropolis Museum will extend its opening hours and welcome visitors continuously from 9:00 a.m. until midnight. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the Museum's exhibition galleries and enjoy breathtaking views of the Sacred Rock of the Acropolis under the moonlit Attic sky.
Admission to the Museum will be with the regular general admission ticket. The Museum's ticket counters and Museum Shops will close at 11:30 p.m.
In addition to the Museum's permanent collections, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the temporary exhibition "Inspiration: Ancient Greek Art in Italy", with free admission. The exhibition, on display through August 30, 2026, features 38 exceptional masterpieces in ceramic, bronze, and marble—unique works loaned for the first time from museums across Italy. It highlights the influence, reception, and transmission of Ancient Greek art in Italy, spanning from the Iron Age to the 20th century.
At 6:00 p.m. on Friday, August 28, visitors may participate in a guided tour of the temporary exhibition led by a Museum archaeologist.
Tour Details:
- Time: 6:00 p.m.
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Capacity: Up to 30 participants
- Reservation: Online booking is required at https://events.theacropolismuseum.gr/
- Reservations Open: Monday, July 27, 2026
As every Friday, the second-floor restaurant will remain open until midnight. Visitors wishing to dine at the restaurant are kindly requested to make a reservation by calling +30 210 9000915.
Finally, on Friday, August 28, the Museum of the Excavation will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with last admission at 7:30 p.m.
